RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Definitions of Research
Research simply means carefully studying something to understand it better or find solutions.
,PURPOSE OF RESEARCH (Why we do research)
1. To Discover New Knowledge
Research helps us find new facts and ideas.
2. To Describe a Phenomenon
Research helps us explain what something is like.
3. To Enable Prediction
Research helps us predict what may happen in the future.
4. To Explain Phenomena
Research helps us understand why something happens
7. To Develop Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Research improves your ability to:
• Think deeply
SOURCES OF KNOWLEDGE
1. Research
It involves careful study, investigation, and testing
It follows a planned and organized process
2. Experience
This is knowledge gained by doing something repeatedly or living through situations
3. Tradition
This is knowledge passed from one generation to another through culture, customs, and
beliefs.
4. Intuition
This is knowledge that comes from feelings, instincts, or gut reactions, not from evidence.
Why Research is Preferred Over Tradition?
Research is Systematic and Organized
, • Research follows a clear step-by-step process
• Tradition is passed down informally without a structured method
Research Can Be Tested and Verified
• Research findings can be checked, repeated, and confirmed
• Tradition is often not tested scientifically
Research is More Accurate and Reliable
• Research uses tools, measurements, and analysis
• Tradition may sometimes be incorrect or outdated
Statement of the Problem
A clear explanation of what is wrong and why it needs to be studied .
Purpose of Statement of the Problem
It helps to:
• Explain the background
• Show the research questions
• Justify why the study is needed
What is a Research Problem?
A research problem is:
Something that is not understood, not working well, or needs improvement.
Definitions of Research
Research simply means carefully studying something to understand it better or find solutions.
,PURPOSE OF RESEARCH (Why we do research)
1. To Discover New Knowledge
Research helps us find new facts and ideas.
2. To Describe a Phenomenon
Research helps us explain what something is like.
3. To Enable Prediction
Research helps us predict what may happen in the future.
4. To Explain Phenomena
Research helps us understand why something happens
7. To Develop Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Research improves your ability to:
• Think deeply
SOURCES OF KNOWLEDGE
1. Research
It involves careful study, investigation, and testing
It follows a planned and organized process
2. Experience
This is knowledge gained by doing something repeatedly or living through situations
3. Tradition
This is knowledge passed from one generation to another through culture, customs, and
beliefs.
4. Intuition
This is knowledge that comes from feelings, instincts, or gut reactions, not from evidence.
Why Research is Preferred Over Tradition?
Research is Systematic and Organized
, • Research follows a clear step-by-step process
• Tradition is passed down informally without a structured method
Research Can Be Tested and Verified
• Research findings can be checked, repeated, and confirmed
• Tradition is often not tested scientifically
Research is More Accurate and Reliable
• Research uses tools, measurements, and analysis
• Tradition may sometimes be incorrect or outdated
Statement of the Problem
A clear explanation of what is wrong and why it needs to be studied .
Purpose of Statement of the Problem
It helps to:
• Explain the background
• Show the research questions
• Justify why the study is needed
What is a Research Problem?
A research problem is:
Something that is not understood, not working well, or needs improvement.
