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Perfect Research
The research process and the idea of perfection are two of the most debatable philosophical concepts in educational and social circles today. When combined, the two become an even more complex concept that is subject to plenty of debate and deliberation. Research is defined as the procedure of obtaining information using comprehensive resources and materials (Raphael 1). Most of these resources are usually in the form of literary writings, as well as, data collection records, that can be used to provide insight pertaining to an issue or subject matter. The term perfect, on the other hand, refers to the state at which things comprise of all the required elements, qualities, or characteristics. It is whereby things are free from fault or defect, implying the precise accuracy in these things. A recent argument on the idea of doing perfect research has prompted a debate on how beneficial the research process is for humanity. Critics argue that there is no hope of performing perfect research, and for that reason, the process of research is ineffectual. Supporters of the existence of perfect research, on the other hand, believe that research can indeed be perfect, hence, making it useful (Kozy 1).
This paper argues in support of the possibility of doing perfect research based on the methodical nature of the research process.
There is Hope of Doing Perfect Research
In their argument against the possibility of doing perfect research, critics argue that the repetitive nature of research makes the research process imperfect. This is because it entails the investigation of what has already been investigated. However, when one considers the accepted definition of the term perfect, it is evident that this argument is speculative. As mentioned earlier, perfection embraces the concept of precise accuracy, meaning that it is free of errors. Upon a closer examination of the research process, one can assume that research in itself is perfect (Kozy 1). This comes as a result of the observation of the systematic nature of the research process. Put simply, the nature of the research process makes it impossible for any claims of imperfection. At the outset, the research process requires that individuals use accurate information and data when carrying out a research (Raphael 1). This means that research does not embody the use of information that is incorrect, and for that reason, researchers who carry out research using accurate information do not stand the chance of conducting research that is not perfect. Secondly, the research process demands that researchers use comprehensive and extensive sources of information. This means that researchers are to use all the relevant materials necessary when conducting research to produce research papers that are accurate in their findings (Kozy 1).
Lastly, carrying out research involves a comparative formula, whereby researchers compare information from their sources to determine the accuracy of their findings. The three aforementioned systematic facets of the research process illustrate the possibility of doing perfect research. This is because the research process in itself implies a level of perfection, which can be assumed as the main objective of doing research. The systematic nature of the research process demands accurate investigation, compilation, evaluation, and reporting of information obtained, and for that reason, it is possible to carry out perfect research (Kozy 1). By observing the proper processes of research, researchers have the ability to produce research that is perfect and free from flaws and dearth.
Works Cited
Kozy, John. Is Perfect Research possible?. Jkozy, 22 April, 2010. Web, 13 September, 2011.
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Raphael, J. Hope of Doing Perfect Research. ezinearticles, 08 February, 2011. Web. 13
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