Res 2

• Research is controlled and manipulated to understand the relationship between two or more variables
• Research follows stringent procedures to find out the answers to questions that are relevant and appropriate in nature
• Research is systematic as it follows a step-by-step procedure to answer research questions
• Data are correct and verifiable by the researcher and eventually, by the readers of the research work
• Research must be totally based on hard evidence gathered from observations and real-life experiences
• Phase 1 - Research Proposal

  1. Identifying the General Study Area
  2. Choosing a Research Topic
  3. Formulating Plans and Methodology
• Phase 2 - Research Activities

  1. Data Collection
  2. Data Analysis
• Written Content

  1. Writing a Conclusion
  2. Sharing a Publication
• Characteristics of a research

  • Controlled
  • Rigorous
  • Systematic
  • Valid
  • Empirical