What are the characteristics of Social Science Research?

What are the characteristics of Social Science Research?

-Research emphasizes the development of generalizations, principals, or theories that will help in undertaking predictions and control.

-Research requires expertise – familiarity with the field; competence in methodology; technical skills in collection and analyzing data.

-Research attempts to find an objective, unbiased solution to the problem and takes great pains to validate the procedures employed.

-Research is a deliberate and unhurried activity, which is directional but often refines the problem or questions as the study progresses.

-Research attempts to solve an educational or social problem.

-Research involves gathering new data from primary or first-hand sources or using existing data for a new purpose.

-Research is based upon observable experience or empirical evidence.

-Research demands accurate observable and description.

-Research generally employs carefully designed procedures and rigorous analysis.

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