BASIS OF

RESEARCH METHOD RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

COMPARISON

Meaning Research Method implies the Research methodology signifies way to

methods employed by the researcher efficiently solving research problems.
to conduct research.

Encompasses Carrying out experiment, test, Study different techniques which can be
surveys and so on. utilized in the performance of experiment,
test, surveys etc.

Comprise of Different investigation techniques. Way or procedure

Objective To discover solution to research To apply correct procedures so as to

problem. determine solutions.

Definition of Research Method

Research method pertains to all those methods, which a researcher employs to
undertake research process, to solve the given problem. The techniques and
procedure, that are applied during the course of studying research problem
are known as the research method. It encompasses both qualitative and
quantitative method of performing research operations, such as survey, case
study, interview, questionnaire, observation, etc.
These are the approaches, which help in collecting data and conducting
research, in order to achieve specific objectives such as theory testing or
development. All the instruments and behaviour, used at various levels of the
research activity such as making observations, data collection, data processing,
drawing inferences, decision making, etc. are included in it.

Definition of Research Methodology

Research Methodology, as its name suggest is the study of methods, so as to
solve the research problem. It is the science of learning the way research
should be performed systematically. It refers to the rigorous analysis of the
methods applied in the stream of research, to ensure that the conclusions
drawn are valid, reliable and credible too.
The researcher takes an overview of various steps that are chosen by him in
understanding the problem at hand, along with the logic behind the methods
employed by the researcher during study. It also clarifies the reason for using a
particular method or technique, and not others, so that the results obtained
can be assessed either by the researcher himself or any other party.

Conclusion
The scope of research methodology is wider than that of research method, as
the latter is the part of the former. For understanding the research problem
thoroughly, the researcher should know the research methodology along with
the methods.

A) Objectives give direction to the research work. The formation of

objectives helps the individuals and teams to reach to a common goal.
The objectives should be SMART. The SMART objectives are simple and
quick to learn. Smart means Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic,
and Timed. The meaning of above terms can be seen as following:
Specific: means to be precise of what we are going to achieve.
Measurable: Means to quantify the objectives.
Achievable: Means the objectives should be such that they can be
obtained. The attempt should not be attain too much.
Realistic: Means the objectives should be within the budget.
Timed: Means to state when the objective can be achieved i.e. within a
week, month or a year.
The different types of objectives can be as follows:
 To have through knowledge.
 To know the level of association between two variables.
 To find the truth which is hidden and which has not been
discovered as yet.
 To find answers to the questions i.e. to find solutions to the
problems.
  qTo find out the conclusions about something by gathering facts
or by making measurements.
 To achieve new insights or gain familiarity of a phenomenon.
(This objective can be achieved through exploratory or
formulative research work)
 To find accurately the characteristics of a particularly
individuals, situations or a group. (This objective can be achieved
through descriptive research work).
 To determine frequency with which something occurs. (This
objective can be achieved through diagnostic research work).
 To test a hypothesis of a casual relationship between variables.
(This objective can be achieved through hypothesis testing
research work).
 To carry work for the betterment or upliftment of the society.
After completing the objectives of research work it is important to
publish our research work in a well-known online journal which gives
you print and publish policy. IJTRA is one of the leading journal in this
field of research work and technology which proved you print and
publish policy of your research. IJTRA provides you international
platform to show your work in an online journal.

A) Research Design Definition

Research design is defined as a framework of methods and techniques
chosen by a researcher to combine various components of research in a
reasonably logical manner so that the research problem is efficiently
handled. It provides insights about “how” to conduct research using a
particular methodology. Every researcher has a list of research questions
which need to be assessed – this can be done with research design.
Advantages Or Benefits Of Off The Job Training

1. Effective Method

Off the job training is well organized and conducted by experts and specialists which makes the
training program more effective.

2. High Productivity

It is conducted out side the organization or workstation and trainees are not involved in the
production process. Only trained and skilled workers are placed at the work place. So, productivity
will be higher.

3. Minimize Errors

Under this method, newly appointed employees are trained outside the production area and skilled
and trained manpower perform the job. So, it lowers the production errors.

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4. Economical

In this method, a large number of employees can be participated and orientation can be provided
at a time. It helps to reduce training costs. So, it is a cost effective method.

5. No Disturbance

Trainees are not allowed to work in the actual work place. So, production process will not be
disturbed and existing employees can do their jobs smoothly.

Disadvantages Or Drawbacks Of Off The Job Training

1. More Expensive
This method of training may be very expensive due to extra space, accommodation and
transportation costs and experts' fees etc.

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2. Less Effective

Off the job training is less effective than on the job training method because it is conducted outside
the working environment. Employees need extra induction training to handle their job.

3. Dissatisfaction

Training is conducted artificially outside the work place. So, employees cannot learn properly in
this training method. Dissatisfaction may arise among the employees.

4. No Production

Trainees cannot take part in the production process. So, potential output and time is lost in this
method of training.