Saturday, July 1, 2023
01. what is "Research" and "Research in Education"
The Meaning of "Research"
Why is research called re search?
The word research is derived from the Middle French "recherche", which means "to go about seeking", the term itself being derived from the Old French term "recerchier" a compound word from "re-" + "cerchier", or "sercher", meaning 'search'. The earliest recorded use of the term was in 1577.
(Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org )
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Research is defined as the creation of new knowledge and/or the use of existing knowledge in a new and creative way so as to generate new concepts, methodologies, and understandings. This could include synthesis and analysis of previous research to the extent that it leads to new and creative outcomes.
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RE= again
SEARCH= Examine, Investigation------------------------------
Research= A systematic approach by the Scientific Method in examining or Investigating to find out new Knowledge; new conclusions, new ideas, new Opinions, new Methodology, or new effective ways.