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Understanding Research

What is Research?
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Structured InquiryData Collection & AnalysisSeeking Answers to Unknown Questions
Expert Perspectives on ResearchRusk: 'Attitude of Inquiry'
Rusk
Mouly: 'Solving Social Problems'
Mouly
Cornell: 'Reliable & Verifiable'
Cornell
Types & Objectives of ResearchObjectivesTheoretical: Formulating New TheoriesFactual: Discovering New FactsApplication: Practical ApplicationsLevelsBasic: Expanding Knowledge BaseApplied: Solving Specific ProblemsTypesExperimental: Controlled TestingNon-experimental: Observation & ExplorationFundamental: Seeking New KnowledgeAction: Solving Immediate ProblemsMisconceptionsMisuse of 'Research' TermTrue Research vs. Information GatheringConclusion: Research as a Driving Force
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The Essence of Research🔎
processmethodology
Re + Search: Repeated ExplorationProcess: Observation, Data Collection, Analysis, ConclusionsActive Problem SolvingCritical Thinking
Key Characteristics
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Seeks New KnowledgeSystematic & AccurateEmphasizes General PrinciplesLogical & ObjectiveQuantitative & Qualitative ApproachesUnhurried & Patient
Functions of Research
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Improving ProcessesSupporting Decision-MakingPromoting DevelopmentEnhancing Knowledge
Importance of Research
impactrelevance
Understanding RelationshipsPredicting OutcomesCreating TechnologiesSocietal Progress

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