This topic is useful for UGC NET and SET Paper 1 and other teaching exam preparations Research Aptitude Meaning and Characteristics

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2. Research Aptitude
Meaning & Characteristics
FOR UGC NET AND SET EXAM PAPER 1, UNIT 2

3. Meaning
 The term research means to make known of an existing thing.
 Thus research means to elicit some facts out of known things.
 Research is a process in which a series of steps are used to collect
and analyse the information to increase our understanding of
atopic or issue.
 It involves three steps –
a. Pose a question.
b. Collect data to answer that question.
c. Present answer of that question.
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4. Definition
According to American sociologist Earl Robert Babbie,
“Research is systematic inquiry to describe, explain,
predict and control the observed phenomenon. Research
involves inductive and deductive methods”.
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5. Characteristics of Research
 Emperical – research is based on direct experiences or
observation by the researcher.
 Logical – research is based on valid procedures and principles.
 Cyclic – research starts with a problem and ends with problem.
 Analytical – research utilizes proven analytical procedures in
gathering data whether historical, descriptive, experimental and
case study.
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6. Characteristics of Research
 Critical – research exhibits careful and precise judgment.
 Methodical – research is conducted in a methodical manner
without bias using systematic methods and procedures.
 Replicability – research design and procedures are repeated to
enable the researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive results.
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7. Characteristics of Researcher
 Intellectual curiosity - A researcher undertakes a deep thinking
and inquiry of the things and situation around him.
 Prudence - The researcher is careful to conduct his research
study at the right time and at the right place wisely, efficiently
and economically.
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8. Characteristics of Researcher
 Healthy criticism - The researcher is always doubtful as to the
truthfulness of the results.
 Intellectual creativity – A productive and researchful
investigator always creates new researches.
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9. Values of Research to Man
 Research improves the quality of life.
 Research improves instruction.
 Research improves student’s achievement.
 Research improves teacher’s competence.
 Research satisfies man’s need.
 Research reduces the burden of work.
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10. Values of Research to Man
 Research has deep-seated psychological aspects.
 Research trains graduates to become responsive to economic
development of the country and to complete globally.
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