Research method of course

1. Research Methods in
Public Administration
Course Code: PADM3091
Cr. Hrs.: 3 ECTS:5

2. Chapter 1
Research: definitions, types, ethics
and process
1.1 Definitions of research
Merriam-Webster Dictionary definitions of research
 the collecting of information about a particular subject
 careful or diligent search

3. Merriam-Webster Dictionary definitions of research
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
1.1 Definitions of research

4. Definitions by University Of Kashmir, South
Campus, nd)
 Finding answers to intellectual and practical
questions through application of systematic
methods.
 Systematically exploring the unknown.
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5.  an original contribution to the existing body of
knowledge
 the search for knowledge through objective and
systematic methods
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6. A comprehensive definition of research by Abiy
Zegeye et al. (2009)
 ... human activity based on intellectual
application in the investigation of matter.
 ... the systematic process of collecting and
analyzing information to increase our
understanding of the phenomenon under study.
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7.  ... the function of the researcher to contribute to
the understanding of the phenomenon and to
communicate that understanding to others.
 A systematic, controlled, empirical and critical
investigation of natural, behavioral and social
phenomena.
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8. Kumar (2011) defines research as
 ... examining critically the various aspects of
your day-to-day professional work;
understanding and formulating guiding
principles that govern a particular procedure;
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9. Kumar (2011)
 developing and testing new theories that
contribute to the advancement of your practice
and profession.
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10. Kumar (2011)
 ... questioning what you do, and a systematic
examination of clinical observations to explain
and find answers for what you perceive, with a
view to instituting appropriate changes for a
more effective professional service.
1.1 Definitions of research