It is a systematic and critical investigation into a phenomenon

• It is a systematic and critical investigation into a phenomenon

• It is a purposive investigation aiming at describing, interpreting and explaining a phenomenon

• It adopts scientific method

• It is objective an logical, applying possible test to validate the measuring tools and the conclusions reached

• It is based upon observable experience or empirical evidence

• Research is directed towards finding answers to pertinent questions and solutions to problems

• It emphasizes the development of generalization, principles or theories

• The purpose of research is not only to arrive at an answer but also stand up the test of criticism