Purposes/ Objectives of Study – In its most common sense, methodology is the study of research methods. However, the term can also refer to the methods themselves or to the philosophical discussion of associated background assumptions. A method is a structured procedure for bringing about a certain goal, like acquiring knowledge or verifying knowledge claims. This normally involves various steps, like choosing a sample, collecting data from this sample, and interpreting the data. The study of methods concerns a detailed description and analysis of these processes. It includes evaluative aspects by comparing different methods.
In this way, their benefits and drawbacks are evaluated, as well as the research goals for which they may be used. These descriptions and evaluations are predicated on philosophical background assumptions; examples include how to conceptualize the phenomena under study and what constitutes evidence in favor of or against them. In its broadest sense, methodology encompasses the discussion of these more abstract issues.\
Purposes/ Objectives of Study
- The purpose of research is to either or test a theory. Research is the instrument used to test whether a theory is good or not. It is the process by which data is gathered to generate a theory or used to test a theory.
- Study various aspect of problem care.
- It unravels the mysteries of life.
- It aims to analyze inter- relationship between variable and to derive casual explanation
- Compare two or more methods of care.
- Evaluate the theory of nursing.
- Find out certain conclusion.
- Achieve new trend in the phenomenon.
- It aids planning and helps in national development
- It aims at finding solutions to problem
- To prepare oneself to be diligent practitioner of research.
- It helps in the development of general laws
- It aims at developing new tools, concept, and theories for a better study of unknown phenomena
- It extends knowledge of human beings regarding social life and environment.
(Ref by- Seenidurai Paulraj/Introduction to Nursing Research/1/5 and handout)
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