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Pure research
j It is undertaken for the sake of knowledge without
any intention to apply it in practice.
j Also known as basic or fundamental research
j Undertaken out of intellectual curiosity
jNot problem oriented
j Aims at extension of knowledge
j It may lead to a new theory or an refinement ofexisting theory .
j It enrich the storehouse of knowledge.
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Applied research
j Is carried out to find solution to a real lifeproblem requiring an action or policydecision.
j Problem oriented
jAction oriented
j It seeks an immediate and practical result.
jUsed in the field of technology,management, commerce, other socialsciences.
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Contribution of pure research
jOffers solution to many practical problem
jEg Maslows theory of motivation for
framing incentive scheme.jHelps to find critical factors
jDevelops many alternative solution
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Contribution of applied research
jContribute new facts
jCan put theory to the test
jConceptual clarityj Integrate previously existing theories
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Exploratory or formulative
researchj Preliminary study of unfamiliar problem.
j Researcher has little or no knowledge
j
To generate new ideasj To increase the researchers familiarity with the
problem
j To gather information for clarifying the concept.
j To determine whether it is feasible to attempt thestudy
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Steps involved
jA review of literature
jAn experience survey: informal interview
jAnalysis of insight stimulating cases
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Descriptive research
j Fact finding investigation with adequate
interpretation
j SimplejMore specific
jData are collected using one or more
appropriate methods: observation,interviewing
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Diagnostic study
jDescriptive study with a different focus.
jWhat?
jWhy?jWhat can be done?
j Study require prior knowledge of problem
j Proper knowledgejAdequate data.
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Objectivity
jMeans basing conclusion on facts without
any bias and value judgment.
jThe conclusion should be independent ofones personal belief, likes and dislikes and
hopes.
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Achieving reasonable objectivity
in social science researchj Patience and self control
jOpen mind
jUse standardized conceptjUse of quantitative methods
jCo- operative research
jUse of random sampling
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imitations of personal research
jComplexity of the subject matter
jHuman problem
j Personal valuesjWrong decisions
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Ethics in social science research
j Sponsors of research
jThose who permit to access data
jResearch participants/ respondents
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Basis of scientific method
jReliance of empirical evidence
jUse of relevant topics
jCommitment to the objectivityjEthical neutrality
jGeneralization
jVerifiabilityjLogical reasoning process
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Essentials of a good scientific
methodj Logical analysis of problem
j Collection of data
j Expression of variables in quantitative terms
j Experimental or statistical procedure in
summarizing data
j Sound logical reasoning
j Clear statement of generalizationj Complete elimination of personal discussion
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