Research Methodology: Understanding the Definition of Research

Research begins with a question in the mind of the researcher. (True/False)

Research always requires the identification of a problem stated in clear unambiguous terms. (True/False)

Theoretical objectives of research aim to find out new facts. (True/False)

One of the rules for writing a research paper is to give a research paper without any spelling or grammar errors. (True/False)

Research is the systematic investigation into and study of materials, sources, etc, in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

The main motivation for conducting research is to find out new facts. (True/False)

The term 'research' is derived from 're' meaning again and again, and 'search' meaning to find out something.

Research is not oriented towards the discovery of relationships that exist among phenomena of the world.

Data collection is not a part of the research process.

Research involves a systematic study or scientific way of collecting data.

Primary sources offer an immediate perspective about an event that happened during the time period. (True/False)

The Internet brings materials from all over the world to you, eliminating the need to visit libraries or institutions. (True/False)

Printed material generally includes books, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, or excerpts of essays. (True/False)

Selecting primary sources is vital for any topic or research paper. (True/False)

Note taking is important to record and sift through complex material for research purposes. (True/False)

The first step to researching and writing a good paper is applying for a library card or Internet password early.

Finding a very broad topic is recommended when conducting research.

Having portable equipment with you at all times is not necessary for gathering materials instantly.

Sometimes, the supervisor chooses the topic for the researcher.

The more specific you are about a topic or subject area that interests you, the easier it will be to find materials.