... survey of definitions, models and practical encounters will lead to a clearer understanding of the issues involved in conducting research and will allow the Author to outline his own imperfect theory of what research involves (I think it a safe assumption, if unromantic aim, that any research project or definition thereof is likely to be contingent on some level.) 1. Introduction 1.1 Definitions Dictionary.com defines research as being: A: Scholarly or scientific investigation or inquiry. B: Close, careful study. C: To study something thoroughly so as to present in a detailed, accurate manner. D: To search again, to examine anew. E: Diligent inquiry or examination in seeking facts or principles; laborious or continued search after truth; researches of human wisdom. F: Systematic investigation to establish facts, an attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner. Research can therefore be seen to play host-range to an adverbial domain which includes the following synonyms or related terms and procedures ...

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