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Values of Research To Man

The document outlines key characteristics of research including being empirical, logical, cyclical, analytical, critical, and methodical. It also discusses characteristics of researchers such as intellectual curiosity, prudence, healthy criticism, and intellectual honesty. Finally, it describes the values of research, types of research including basic, applied, and developmental research, and factors to consider when choosing a research method such as the research goal, subjects being studied, and time available.

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Values of Research To Man

The document outlines key characteristics of research including being empirical, logical, cyclical, analytical, critical, and methodical. It also discusses characteristics of researchers such as intellectual curiosity, prudence, healthy criticism, and intellectual honesty. Finally, it describes the values of research, types of research including basic, applied, and developmental research, and factors to consider when choosing a research method such as the research goal, subjects being studied, and time available.

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Characteristics of Research

1. Empirical. Research is based on direct experience or observation by the researcher.

2. Logical. Research is based on valid procedures and principles.

3. Cyclical. Research is a cyclical process because it starts with a problem and ends with a problem.

4. Analytical. Research utilizes proven analytical procedures in gathering the data, whether
historical, descriptive, experimental and case study.

5. Critical. Research exhibits careful and precise judgment.

6. Methodical. Research is conducted in a methodical manner without bias using systematic


method and procedures.

7. Replicability. The research design and procedures are replicated or repeated to enable the
researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive results.

Characteristics of the Researcher

1. Intellectual Curiosity. A researcher undertakes a deep thinking and inquiry of the things, and
situations around him.

2. Prudence. The researcher is careful to conduct his research study at the right time and at the
right place wisely, efficiently, and economically.

3. Healthy Criticism. The researcher is always doubtful as to the truthfulness of the results.

4. Intellectual Honesty. An intelligent researcher is honest to collect or gather data or facts in order
to arrive at honest results.

5. Intellectual Creativity – A productive and resourceful investigator always creates new


researches.

Values of Research to Man

1. Research improves the quality of life.

2. Research improves instruction.

3. Research improves students’ achievement.

4. Research improves teacher’s competence.

5. Research satisfies man’s needs.


6. Research reduces the burden of work.

7. Research has deep-seated psychological aspects.

8. Research improves the exportation of food products.

9. Research responds to the economic recovery and austerity measure of the country.

10. Research trains graduates to become responsive to the economic development of the country
and to compete globally.

Types of Research

• Basic Research. This is also called as “fundamental research” or “pure research”. It seeks to
discover basic truths or principles.

Examples:

 Boyle’s Law

 Charles’ Law

 Archimedes’ Principle

 Hooke’s Law

 Newton’s Law

• Applied Research. This type of research involves seeking new applications of scientific
knowledge to the solution of a problem, such as a development of a new system or procedure, new
device, or new method in order to solve the problem.

• Developmental Research. This is a decision-oriented research involving the application of the


steps of the scientific method in response to an immediate need to improve existing practices.

What is the difference between Research Design and Research Method?

• Research design is a plan to answer your research question. A research method is a strategy
used to implement that plan. Research design and methods are different but closely related, because
good research design ensures that the data you obtain will help you answer your research question
more effectively.

Which research method should I choose?


• It depends on your research goal. It depends on what subjects (and who) you want to study.
Let's say you are interested in studying what makes people happy, or why some students are more
conscious about recycling on campus. To answer these questions, you need to make a decision about
how to collect your data. Most frequently used methods include:

• Observation / Participant Observation

• Surveys

• Interviews

• Focus Groups

• Experiments

• Secondary Data Analysis / Archival Study

Mixed Methods (combination of some of the above)

• One particular method could be better suited to your research goal than others, because the
data you collect from different methods will be different in quality and quantity. For instance, surveys
are usually designed to produce relatively short answers, rather than the extensive responses expected
in qualitative interviews.

What other factors should I consider when choosing one method over another?

• Time for data collection and analysis is something you want to consider. An observation or
interview method, so-called qualitative approach, helps you collect richer information, but it takes time.
Using a survey helps you collect more data quickly, yet it may lack details. So, you will need to consider
the time you have for research and the balance between strengths and weaknesses associated with
each method (e.g., qualitative vs. quantitative).

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