Knowledge about Research

1. Introduction to Research
Created By
Kinjal H. Shah

2. Content
Introduction
Etymology of Research
Meaning of Research
Definitions of Research
Objectives of Research
Types of Research

3. INTRODUCTION
Research is a process to
discover new knowledge. ...
Part of the research process
involves testing the hypothesis,
and then examining the results of
these tests as they relate to both
the hypothesis and the world
around you.

4. Etymology of Research
The word research is derived from the
Middle French "recherche", which means "to
go about seeking", the term itself being
derived from the Old French term
"recerchier" a compound word from "re-" +
"cerchier", or "sercher", meaning 'search'.
The earliest recorded use of the term was in
1577.

5. MEANING OF RESEARCH
Research is a way of looking for new
information, new understanding, and new facts. A
person who does research is called a researcher. ...
Research usually prefers to be systematic, organised,
and objective. Research is used in many different fields
of study such as science, mathematics, and the
humanities.

6. Definition of Research
Research has been defined in a number of different ways, and
while there are similarities, there does not appear to be a single, all-
encompassing definition that is embraced by all who engage in it.
One definition of research is used by the OECD, "Any creative
systematic activity undertaken in order to increase the stock of
knowledge, including knowledge of man, culture and society, and the
use ofthis knowledge to devise new applications."
Another definition of research is given by John W. Creswell, who states
that "research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze
information toincrease 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.

7. Objectives of Research
Aims and Objectives of Research Methodology
Formulation of research aims and objectives in an appropriate
manner is the most important aspect of your thesis because it
determines....
The scope, depth and overall direction of the research
Common mistakes in formulation of research aims and objectives
usually relate to the following
1. Choosing the topic too broadly
2. Setting unrealistic aims and objectives
3. Choosing research methods incompatible with the timeframe
available

9. Basic Research
Basic research is a type of research approach
that is aimed at gaining a better understanding of a
subject, phenomenon or basic law of nature. This
type of research is primarily focused on the
advancement of knowledge rather than solving a
specific problem.

10. AppliedResearch
Applied research is designed to answer
specific questions aimed at solving practical
problems. New knowledge acquired from
applied research has specific commercial
objectives in the form of products, procedures or
services. Fundamental research answers the
initial question of how things work.

11. Qualitative research
Qualitative research involves collecting and
analyzing non-numerical data (e.g., text, video,
or audio) to understand concepts, opinions, or
experiences. It can be used to gather in-depth
insights into a problem or generate new ideas
for research.

12. QuaNtitative Research
Quantitative research is the process of
collecting and analyzing numerical data. It can
be used to find patterns and averages, make
predictions, test causal relationships, and
generalize results to wider populations.