MOD.1 Definition of Research

Definition of Research
Bouquet
Over the years, many experts have given their own definition of the word
“research.” Different perspectives on the subject have been adopted that
resulted in the following definitions:
1. Research follows a step-by-step process of investigation that uses

standardized
approach to answer questions or solving problems (Polit & Beck, 2004).
2. Research plays an important role in tertiary education. Though there are
many
problems confronted by higher education, developments are realized through
research. After all its main purpose is to answer a question or to solve an
issue
(Palispis, 2004).
3. Research is a continuous undertaking of making known the unknown

(Sachez,
2002). It entails an investigation of new facts leading to the discovery of new
ideas, methods, or improvements. It is an attempt to widen one’s outlook in
life.
It always proceeds from the known to the unknown. Thus, the end of research
is
to arrive at a new truth.
4. Research is an investigation following ordered steps leading to a discovery

of
new information or concepts (Sanchez, 1999).
5. Research is a very careful investigation of something that purports the

contribution of additional or new knowledge and wisdom (Basseyy, as cited
by
Coleman & Briggs, 2002).
6. Research is a tested approach of thinking and employing validated

instruments
and steps in order to obtain a more adequate solution to a problem that is
otherwise impossible to address under ordinary means (Crawford, as cited by
Alcantara & Espina, 1995).
IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH
1. Research provides a scientific basis for any practice or methodology in any

field
or discipline.
This is important since the entire system or operation and all the stakeholders
of
an institution or organization are at stake. Without scientific basis, someone
may be affected or may suffer. For example, in the field of medicine, a new
drug
must first be tested to determine its efficacy in curing sickness before it can
actually be prescribed.
2. Research is undertaken for the continuous development and further

productivity
in any field. Any system that will be utilized in any organization must be first
tried to determine its value and it must be better than the previous system
used.
Simply, research is the result of advancing knowledge from the past.
3. Research helps develop tools for assessing effectiveness of any practice

and
operation such as psychological tests, intelligence quotient tests,
psychological
assessments, among others. This importance of research is observed in
behavioural science, physical science, and others as well.
4. Research provides solutions to problems concerning at most all issues

encountered in the different areas of work. Some issues include the tardiness
of
employees, incentives given to the staff, sportsmanship among school
athletes
and implementation of a “clean and green” program in school. This als applies
to higher level problems.
5. Research impacts decision-making. It is a common mistake for people to

make
decisions without solid information to back them up. It requires time, effort,
money to gather evidence needed for making a sound decision. For example,
for a teacher to change his or her teaching methodology for the first-period
and
last-period classes, he or she must conduct a study considering the time
element, enthusiasm to teach, academic standing of the students,
instructional
aides used, and several other factors.
6. Research develops and evaluates alternative approaches to the

educational
aspects of any discipline. This enables the students to gain broad knowledge
and specialized skills for safe practice. For example, research can help
determine whether lecture is a better method than experiment in teaching
Science.
7. Research aims to advance the personal and professional qualifications of a

practitioner.
Lifestyle Lounge also lists down seven importance of research. It says that
“contrary to popular belief research need not only pertain to science.”
Research is important in all spheres of life. (“Importance of Research,“ 2017)
Research is important:
1. to gather necessary information

2. to make changes
3. to improve standard of living
4. to have a safer life
5. to know the truth
6. to explore our history
7. to understand the arts

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Definition of Research

1. Research follows a step-by-step process of investigation that uses

3. Research is a continuous undertaking of making known the unknown

4. Research is an investigation following ordered steps leading to a discovery

5. Research is a very careful investigation of something that purports the

6. Research is a tested approach of thinking and employing validated

1. Research provides a scientific basis for any practice or methodology in any

2. Research is undertaken for the continuous development and further

3. Research helps develop tools for assessing effectiveness of any practice

4. Research provides solutions to problems concerning at most all issues

5. Research impacts decision-making. It is a common mistake for people to

6. Research develops and evaluates alternative approaches to the

7. Research aims to advance the personal and professional qualifications of a

1. to gather necessary information

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