Research || 1st Semester || Midterms

Research

any systematic investigation of any social or natural phenomena where results and conclusions are aimed at contributing to generalizable knowledge

Inductive Research

starts with empirical observations and then works to form a theory

Deductive Research

research that reduces the general to the specific.

Basic Research

pure science that aims to increase the scientific knowledge base

Applied Research

scientific study that aims to solve practical problems

Exploratory Research

seeks to test the feasibility of undertaking a more extensive study regarding a particular phenomenon

Descriptive Research

seeks to make careful observations and detailed documenta

Explanatory Research

seeks to explain observed phenomena.

Research Design

blueprint for the collection, processing measurement, and analysis of data

Research Method

techniques and tools for gathering data or evidence

Research Methodology

bridges the specific procedures or techniques used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a topic

IMRAD Format

introduction, method, results, discussion

Data

any information that has been observed and collected to validate research finding

Primary Sources

Provide raw and first-hand information

a. Observation

b. Interview

c. Questionnaire

Non-participating Observation

Observing behavior without interacting with the participants