PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1

THE IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH IN DAILY LIFE

DEFINITION OF RESEARCH

Research follows a step-by-step process of investigation that uses standardized approach to answer
questions or solving problems. (Polit or Beck, 2004).

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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.)

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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.

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Research is an investigation following ordered steps leading to a discovery of new information or

concepts (Sanchez, 1999).

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Research is a very careful investigation of something that purports the contribution of additional or new
knowledge and wisdom ( Basseyy, as cited by Coleman or Briggs, 2002).

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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 or Espina, 1995).

IMPORTANT OF RESEARCH

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

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Research is undertaken for the continuous development and further productivity in any field.

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Research helps develop tools for assessing effectiveness of any practice and operation such as
psychological tests, intelligence quotient tests, psychological assessments, among others.

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Research provides solutions to problems concerning at most all issues encountered in the different
areas of work.

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Research impacts decision- making

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Research develops and evaluates alternative approaches to the educational aspects of any discipline.

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

IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH

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