Definition of research

Comprehensive study of a specific subject especially in order origination new

information. In broad sense research includes collection of data, information and
facts for the improvement of knowledge.

Types of techniques:
Following are the types of techniques;.
1. Quantitative research
Quantitative research is usually accomplice with the trust of confidence. It
generally involves accumulating and adjusting data into numerical form so that
calculation can be made and results sketched.
2. Qualitative Research
Qualitative research is with the social constructive paradigm. It involve
to record and analyses data which is covered with deeper meaning and
significance of human and experience.
3. Mixed Methods
Mixed research is research in which both quantitative and qualitative
techniques are involved in a specific single study.
4. Advocacy/Participatory approach of research
Sometimes research adopt participatory approach feel that the approaches to
research explain so far do not respond to the needs of people from marginalized
groups.