Werner Webb, C.J. Auriacombe
Abstract
This article aims to describe the purpose of research, the importance of research design and the research paradigms available to the researcher. Two basic approaches are identified namely, quantitative and qualitative research designs as well as the use of a number of these quantitative and qualitative techniques.
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This article aims to describe the purpose of research, the importance of research design and the research paradigms available to the researcher. Two basic approaches are identified namely, quantitative and qualitative research designs as well as the use of a number of these quantitative and qualitative techniques.
Key concepts: Research design, Management science, Qualitative research, Computer science, Engineering ethics, Data science, Sociology, Engineering