Importance of Research in Daily Life: Lesson 2
Importance of Research in Daily Life: Lesson 2
Importance of Research in Daily Life: Lesson 2
IN DAILY LIFE
LESSON 2
INTRODUCTION
• The development of the society from its simple to complex
state will reveal the many and varied problems faced by human
kind.
• Solutions to problems must be based on knowledge, not on
mere beliefs, guesses or theories. To acquire knowledge and to
continuously evaluate its accuracy and usefulness requires a
well-planned and systematic procedure on which research has
been devised to met this need
THE ROLE OF RESEARCH
• Research lead an expansion of knowledge and discoveries.
• Research is a systematic process of collecting and analyzing
data or information, in order to increase understanding of a
phenomenon.
Research are:
– It is an inquiry process.
– It is a formal process of problem solving.
– It is a set of procedures and stages.
– It originates with a question or a problem.
– Often it is an iterative process
RESEARCH IS IMPORTANT IN PROVIDING A
SOLID FOUNDATION FOR THE…
• discovery and creation of knowledge
• testing, confirmation, revision, and refutation of knowledge as
theory
• advance a discipline or field
• advancements and improvements in various aspects of life
• promotion and tenure of individuals
• The continued existence and importance of research will last as
long as there is a human being who wishes to expand his
knowledge and understanding about the world and everything
therein.
RESEARCH AND SOCIETY
• Research is closely connected with development. The
results/findings of studies also affect society and lives of each
one of us
• Research is vital to our everyday decision making. The
research you do and evidence you gather will be useful for
future endeavors.
• Research hones basic life skills and makes learning a lifelong
endeavor
• Research fill in the need to love reading, writing, analyzing,
and sharing valuable information
RESEARCH IN DIFFERENT FIELDS
• Economic Research-matters concerning the environment and
which may lead to improved techniques to ensure sustainable
food production
• Social Research-leads to an increased knowledge of people
and their interactions with one another, which could be
relevant to policy makers
• Environmental Research-focuses on improved techniques to
ensure sustainable food production
RESEARCH IN DIFFERENT FIELDS