The characteristics of a good research question, assessed in the context of the intended study design, are that it be feasible, interesting, novel, ethical, and relevant (which form the mnemonic FINER; Table 2.1).

The research is broadly classified into two main classes: 1. Fundamental or basic research and 2. Applied research. Basic and applied researches are generally of two kinds: normal research and revolutionary research.

Coding of data refers to the process of transforming collected information or observations to a set of meaningful, cohesive categories. It is a process of summarizing and re-presenting data in order to provide a systematic account of the recorded or observed phenomenon. Codes are concepts that link data with theory.১৯ ডিসেম্বর, ২০১৮

How to conduct a research study

1. Step 1: Identifying the Subject.
2. Step 2: Find the literature.
3. Step 3: Clarify the Subject.
4. Step 4: Definition of Terms and Concepts.
5. Step 5: What is your audience?
6. Step 6: Instrumentation Plan.
7. Step 7: Collecting the Data.
8. Step 8: Analyzing the Data.

The purpose of research is to inform action. Thus, your study should seek to contextualize its findings within the larger body of research. Research must always be of high quality in order to produce knowledge that is applicable outside of the research setting.

How to Conduct a Psychology Experiment

1. Ask a question or find a research problem to solve.
2. Determine what you will test to answer this question.
3. Review current knowledge on the subject.
4. Design an experiment.
5. Perform the experiment.
6. Analyze results using statistical methods.
7. Draw your conclusion and share the results with the scientific community.