[Date]
IRM1501
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
PORTFOLIO Semester 2
2024 - DUE 10 October
2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
, IRM1501 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER PORTFOLIO Semester 2 2024 - DUE 10
October 2024
QUESTION 1
Discuss empirical research and its components and provide examples where
necessary. (15 marks)
Empirical research refers to the systematic investigation of observable
phenomena through direct or indirect experience, experiments, or
observation. It aims to gather data, analyze it, and derive conclusions based
on evidence rather than theory alone. It is foundational to fields such as
science, psychology, sociology, and economics, among others. The primary
goal of empirical research is to establish knowledge through experience and
observation, providing insights that are verifiable and replicable.
Components of Empirical Research:
1. Research Question or Hypothesis:
o The starting point for empirical research is a clear and testable
research question or hypothesis. The research question guides the
focus of the study, while a hypothesis is a proposed explanation or
prediction that can be tested through data collection.
o Example: In a study on the effectiveness of a new teaching
method, the research question could be: "Does the new teaching
method improve student performance compared to the traditional
method?"
2. Literature Review:
IRM1501
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
PORTFOLIO Semester 2
2024 - DUE 10 October
2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
, IRM1501 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER PORTFOLIO Semester 2 2024 - DUE 10
October 2024
QUESTION 1
Discuss empirical research and its components and provide examples where
necessary. (15 marks)
Empirical research refers to the systematic investigation of observable
phenomena through direct or indirect experience, experiments, or
observation. It aims to gather data, analyze it, and derive conclusions based
on evidence rather than theory alone. It is foundational to fields such as
science, psychology, sociology, and economics, among others. The primary
goal of empirical research is to establish knowledge through experience and
observation, providing insights that are verifiable and replicable.
Components of Empirical Research:
1. Research Question or Hypothesis:
o The starting point for empirical research is a clear and testable
research question or hypothesis. The research question guides the
focus of the study, while a hypothesis is a proposed explanation or
prediction that can be tested through data collection.
o Example: In a study on the effectiveness of a new teaching
method, the research question could be: "Does the new teaching
method improve student performance compared to the traditional
method?"
2. Literature Review:
