Research methods library, field and laboratory methods
This document discusses research methods used in library, field, and laboratory research. It defines research and notes that it is a systematic process of investigation using study, observation, comparison and experimentation to gain new knowledge. Research methods refer to the specific techniques used to conduct research operations and solve research problems. The document outlines different types of research methods including library methods, field research methods, and laboratory research methods. It provides examples of techniques used within each of these methods, such as observational scales, questionnaires, interviews, and audio-visual devices. The key difference between methods and techniques is that methods refer to the overall approaches used while techniques are the specific tools or procedures employed.
Research methods library, field and laboratory methods
- 1. Research Methods-Library, Field and Laboratory Methods Presented By:Presented By: Vipan Kamboj Roll No:07RUR3651 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES MAHARSHI DAYANAND UNIVERSITY, ROHTAK
- 2. Research: It is Scientific and Systematic search of pertinent information on a specific topic It is an art of scientific investigation It is careful investigation of inquiry specially through search for new facts in any branch knowledge Redman and Mory define research as: “systematized effort to gain new knowledge It is persuit of truth with the help of study, observation, comparison and experiment
- 3. Research methods/technique : These are methods/technique which are used for conduction of research The research methods or technique refer to the researchers use in performing research operations All those methods which are used by researchers during the course of the studying his research problem are termed as research methods Research method is an major term whereas research technique is an part by which problem solve
- 4. Type of Research Methods First group: Collection of data. The data already available are not sufficient to arrive at the required solution. Second Group: Statistical techniques. Used for establishing relation between the data and the unknown. Third Group: Evaluation of accuracy of the results obtained.
- 5. Difference between Methods and Technique Library method: Methods Techniques Analysis of historical record Recording of notes, Content analysis, Tape and film listening and Analysis Analysis of Documents Statistical compilations and manipulations, Reference and abstract guides, contents analysis
- 6. Field Research: Non-participant direct observation Observational behavioral scales, use of score cards etc. Participant Observation Interactional recording possible use of tape recorders, photographic techniques Mass Observation Recording mass behaviors, interview using independent observer in public places Mail Questionnaire Identification of social and economic background of respondents Opinionnaire Use of attitude scales, projective techniques, use of socio-metric scales Personal Interview Interviewer uses a detailed schedule with open and closed questions Focused Interview Interviewer focuses attention upon a given experience and its effects Group Interview Small groups of respondents are interviewed simultaneously Telephone Survey Used as a survey technique for information and for discerning
- 7. Laboratory Research: In methods; small group study of random behaviour, play and role analysis In techniques; use of audio-visual devices, use of observations etc
- 8. References: C.R Kothari, Research Methodology, Methods & Techniques. Ed. 1st ; New Age International Publishers. PP 1-10.