ResearchResearch is a purposeful investigation

which provide structure for decision making.

It is a systematic and refined technique for obtaining a more adequate solution for the problem.

It is an effort to discover, develop and to verify knowledge.

Characteristics of research

M - Mathematical procedure/ accuracy

O - ObjectivityV – VerifiabilityI – ImpartialityE – Expertness

Types of research

Fundamental researchApplied research or field researchAction researchDescriptive research

Scientific method Scientific method consists of

systematic observation, classification and interpretation of data

According to Encyclopaedia Brittanica “Any method of investigation by which scientific or any other systematic knowledge is required is called scientific method.”

Characteristics of scientific method

ObjectivityGeneralityVerifiabilityReliabilityValidity

Qualities of a good researcher

1. General Qualities: It includes:

Scientific attitude: It is very important for researcher to have scientific attitude so that scientific method can be undertaken.

Creative imagination and insights: Researcher should be able to visualise various aspects like social , psychological ,economic etc.

Clarity of thinking A quick grasping power

2. Specific Qualities: It includes

Knowledge of subject matterKnowledge of the techniques of

researchPersonal taste in the studyFamiliarity about the informantsUnbiased attitude

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