Research

Research is a systematic method of finding / investigating in order to find facts to a particular topic. In some dictionaries, its definition is “to search and search again". Its aim is to find information necessary for the development of the human knowledge to apply it in wide variety of subjects. It also includes any gathering of data and facts for the advancement of knowledge. That is why reading newspapers; surfing the net and watching television are also types of research.

In science, research is more of a methodical study to prove a hypothesis. The research is systematic, undergoes planning, organized, and includes definite methods such as experimentation in order to evaluate facts to answer questions or to acquire new knowledge. It provides us information of how nature works and is important in any field of study. Many math and science theories have been proven through extensive research.

There are many methods in conducting a research. Experimenting is a common method in a scientific research. Its objective is to test a hypothesis and observe its outcome. Another example of a research method is an interview. It is used to get information through questioning another person. Simulation, an imitation of a real event/thing is also a method of research. It can be used to show the eventual real effects of alternative conditions and courses of action. Classification is another method where-in object and ideas can be differentiated into smaller groups or categories and it shows the relationship between them.

 - Leslie Uri Acuesta