RESEARCH

Meaning of Research

Research is a systematic investigative process employed to increase or

revise current knowledge by discovering new facts

Characteristics of Research

1. Empirical: Research is based on direct experience or observation of the

researcher
2. Cyclical: Research starts with a problem and ends with a problem.
3. Logical: Research is based on valid procedures and principles.
4. Analytical: Research utilizes proven analytical procedures in gathering
data, whether historical , descriptive, experimental, and case study.
5. Critical: Research exhibits careful and precise judgement.
6. Methodical: Research is conducted in a methodical manner without
bias using systematic methods and procedure.
7. Replicability: Research designs and procedures are repeated to enable
the researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive results.

Importance of Research

Research is important because it is what made technology evolve to

serve us better, it is a tool for building knowledge and learning efficient, it
is an aid for business success and job search, it is a means to understand
various issues, and a way to prove lies and support truths. It can also be
nourishment and an exercise for the mind, and a path to love reading,
writing, analyzing, and sharing valuable information