definition of research - research methodology - manu melwin joy
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Definition of researchResearch Methodology
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Manu Melwin JoyAssistant Professor
Ilahia School of Management Studies
Kerala, India.Phone – 9744551114
Mail – [email protected]
Definition of research
• Research is a movement, a
movement from the
known to the unknown. It
is actually a voyage of
discovery.
Definition of research
• Redman and Mory define
research as a systematized
effort to gain new
knowledge.
Definition of research
• Research is a scientific and
systematic search for
pertinent information on a
specific topic.
Definition of research
• Research is an art of
scientific investigation.
Definition of research• Research is the
manipulation of things, concepts or symbols for the purpose of generalizing and to extent, correct or verify knowledge, whether that knowledge aids in construction of a theory or in practice of an art.
Definition of research• A broad definition of
research is given by Martyn Shuttleworth - "In the broadest sense of the word, the definition of research includes any gathering of data, information and facts for the advancement of knowledge."
Definition of research• Another definition of research
is given by Creswell who states that - "Research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze information to increase our understanding of a topic or issue". It consists of three steps: Pose a question, collect data to answer the question, and present an answer to the question
Definition of research• The Merriam-Webster Online
Dictionary defines research in more detail as "a studious inquiry or examination; especially investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws"
