Research design
Research Design
Research design (/rɪˈsɜːrtʃ dɪˈzaɪn/) is a framework or guide used in the planning, implementation, and analysis of a study. It is the overall strategy that dictates the manner in which the research is to be undertaken and, among other things, identifies the methods to be used in it.
Etymology
The term "research design" is derived from the English words "research" meaning systematic investigation and "design" meaning to plan or outline.
Types of Research Design
There are several types of research designs that can be used while conducting research. These include:
- Experimental Research Design
- Descriptive Research Design
- Exploratory Research Design
- Correlational Research Design
- Causal Research Design
- Cross-sectional Research Design
- Longitudinal Research Design
Related Terms
- Research Methodology: It is the systematic, theoretical analysis of the methods applied to a field of study.
- Research Proposal: It is a document proposing a research project, generally in the sciences or academia, and generally constitutes a request for sponsorship of that research.
- Research Question: It is the question around which you center your research.
- Research Hypothesis: It is a specific, clear, and testable proposition or predictive statement about the possible outcome of a scientific research study based on a particular property of a population.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Research design
- Wikipedia's article - Research design
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