INTRODUCTION
Research means search for knowledge.It aims at discovering the truth.It is an essential and powerful tool leading men towards progress.It is an original contribution to the existing stock of knowledge.It is undertaken to discover answers to questions by applying scientific method. It is the search for knowledge through objective and systematic method of finding solution to problems.Therefore research is a process of systematic and in depth study or search of any particular topic,subject or area of investigation backed by collection, computation and interpretation of the relevant data.According to Clifford woody “Research comprises of defining and re-defining problems, formulating hypothesis, collecting, organizing and evaluating data, making deductions and research conclusions and at last carefully testing conclusions to determine whether they fit the formulating of hypothesis”.
Researcher is a person who is conducting research. The Success of a research work to a great extend depends upon the qualities of the researcher. A good researcher represents a great responsibility since it is not simple to assemble in concise manner all the important qualities of a good researcher.
QUALITIES OF A GOOD RESEARCHER
No research can be a success without good researchers, although it is really difficult to find adequate number of good researcher who are genuinely motivated towards applied or basic research. A researcher has to meet people from various walks of life and has to discuss variety of topics .In order to produce best results, a researcher should have variety of qualities both general and specific.(A)GENERAL QUALITIES
1. Scientific MindA researcher must have a scientific mind. He should not be influenced or guided by superficial facts. He must give up personal likes and dislikes. The researcher should be performed along scientific lines. He must discard superstitions .He must avoid all types of bias. He must have practical experience and emotional maturity so that he can fully utilize his efforts to gain scientific knowledge and discoveries.
2.Seeker of truth and knowledge
A researcher is a seeker of truth. So he himself must be truthful and sincere. He must have desire for the knowledge. He must be prepared to make any type of sacrifice in terms of time, money and energy to find out the real truth..Truthfulness corresponds to the desire for accuracy of observation and precision of statement.A researcher must be scrupulously honest and must have intellectual integrity. He must be tactful and resourceful.
3. Alertness , insight and imagination
A scientific mind must always be alert to appreciate minute changes in situations. He must have the mind to work under all circumstances. A researcher should be accurate in observation, quick in perception and statement. He must be disciplined. He must have a high degree of imaginative power.
4. Quick power of understanding and ability for explaining;
He must know his subject thoroughly . he must be a good conversationalist and must possess ability to put across ideas to others. He should have the ability to grasp things quickly.
5. Trained and educated
A researcher must have good knowledge about his area of research. He must have sufficient experience and training to understand analyse and solve the problems. He must have an analytical mind. He must be acquainted with the latest techniques of research.
6. Patient and educated
A researcher must have the quality of patience. A research combines in itself success and failure. A researcher must not feel defeated if the desired outcome does not come forth at the expected time. Many years may be required to complete the project. He should not give up his hope in the meantime. He must have courage and conviction. He required social qualities like pleasant manners, humorousness etc..
( B) SPECIFIC QUALITIES
1 Knowledge of the technique of research.The research worker should also possess intimate knowledge of the technique that is to be applied to the problem. In the absence of such knowledge the research worker is likely to commit methodological errors.
2. Knowledge of the subject
The research have a complete knowledge of the subject under study. This knowledge helps him in preparing forms of questionnaire and schedule and getting proper information.
3. Personal taste in the study
The research worker must take personal interest in the study. A forced work is often very monotonous and tiresome.
4. Unbiased attitude
The research worker must be unprejudiced and free from all preconceptions. He must maintain an open mind towards the subject under study.5.Familiarity about the informants
The research worker must be familiar with the people whom he is studying. If he is familiar with them he can gather information easily. Further he can appreciate their views properly.
CONCLUSION
A good researcher requires the intention to be involved in research and immediately thereafter to show a dedicated interest to do the best research possible. From there we must accumulate the knowledge needed to advance the current ideas already existent in the research world. The intention of this writing is to introduce there qualities that consider essential for a good researcher to succeed. A good teacher researcher should investigate their questions with their students systematically documenting what happens. A good researcher should evaluating performance and present findings to others.
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