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LEARNING – a relatively permanent change in behavior; one way to learn is through inquiry

INQUIRY – defined as "a seeking for truth, information, or knowledge – seeking information by questioning

INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING – concerns with these elements: changing knowledge, creativity, subjectivity; socio-cultural factors, sensory experience and higher-order thinking strategies

RESEARCH -- is defined as the scientific investigation of phenomena which includes collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation of facts that lines with an individual‘s speculation with reality. Research is analogous to inquiry, in that, both involve investigation of something through questioning. However, research involves several stages.

WHY IS RESEARCH IMPORTANT?

Research is important in any field of study. Its significance cuts across all disciplines and benefits all strata of society. The following are the importance of research:

1. Research provides a scientific basis for any practice or methodology in any field or discipline.

2. Research is undertaken for the continuous development and further productivity in any field.

3. Research helps develop tools for assessing effectiveness of any practice and operation.

4. Research provides solutions to problems concerning almost all issues encountered in the different areas of work.

5. Research impacts decision-making.

6. Research develops and evaluates alternative approaches to the educational aspects of any discipline.

AIMS OF RESEARCH:

Aside from its goal to improve the quality of life, research has the following aims:

1. Verification of existing knowledge. Research is aimed at verifying or proving the veracity of existing theories or knowledge. This verification may lead to the development of new ideas, strengthening a current knowledge, or debunking a theory.

2. Acquisition of new knowledge. Research also brings forth new ideas regarding a theory or even create a totally new theory.

3. Application of new knowledge. Once new ideas or innovations are proven true, they are then utilized and translated to something useful to humankind; and fulfill the ultimate purpose of research: to alleviate people’s quality of life.

4. Advancement of the researcher’s expertise. As researchers conduct more investigations, they do not only verify theories or discover new ideas and technologies, but also gain relevant experiences that enhance and deepen their knowledge and skills in the area of their investigation.