Characteristics of Research

1.Empirical- Research is based on direct experience or observation by the

researcher.
2. Logical-Research is based on valid procedures and principles.
3. Cyclical-Research is a cyclical process because it starts with a problem
and ends
with a problem.
4. Analytical-Research utilizes proven analytical procedures in gathering
the data,
whether historical, descriptive, and experimental and case study.
5. Critical-Research exhibits careful and precise judgment.
6. Methodical- Research is conducted in a methodical manner without bias
using
systematic method and procedures.
7. Replicability- The research design and procedures are replicated or
repeated to
enable the researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive results.

Characteristics of the Researcher

1. Intellectual Curiosity-A researcher undertakes a deep thinking and
inquiry of the
things and situations around him.
2. Prudence-The researcher is careful to conduct his research study at the
right time
and at the right place wisely, efficiently, and economically.
3. Healthy Criticism-The researcher is always doubtful as to the
truthfulness of the
results.
4. Intellectual Honesty-An intelligent researcher is honest to collect or
gather data or
facts in order to arrive at honest results.
.5. Intellectual Creativity
-A productive and resourceful investigator always creates
new researches.