2. The Purposes of Research
Two kinds of research according to purpose
BASIC RESEARCH
APPLIED RESEARCH
3. BASIC RESEARCH
Research that seeks to create new knowledge
and is not directly related to technical or
practical problems. This research provides
new knowledge about a particular user group
but does not specify a way this knowledge can
be used to solve a problem.
4. Example
a researcher may perform an in-
depth study or better understand
normal processes of teaching
5. APPLIED RESEARCH
• - Research that seeks to solve problems
practitioners face. Using a variety of
techniques this research aims to develop
solutions and recommendations that can be
used to improve practices.
6. Example
a study to determine the effectiveness
of a supporting staff for better
performance