Characteristics of Research

Data are correct and verifiable by the researcher and eventually, by the readers of the research work.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

Research must be totally based on hard evidence gathered from observations and real-life experiences.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

Research is systematic as it follows a step-by-step procedure to answer research questions.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

Research follows stringent procedures to find out the answers to questions that are relevant and appropriate in nature.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

The researcher made sure that all data are based on real-life observations and facts.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

Research is a methodical process that aims to find answers to relevant and appropriate questions.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

Researchers ensure that all data are derived from real-life observations and facts.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

The researcher always cites the source of all information he or she used for the research

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

The researcher should not exhibit any preference towards gender or age of his sample population, unless needed in the study.

• Controlled

• Rigorous

• Systematic

• Valid

• Empirical

The process of gathering useful information for answering the research question

• Data analysis

• Data Collection

• Formulate Research Methodology

• Valid

• Empirical