Pure research

Pure research or curiosity-driven research involves seeking systematically and

methodically for knowledge without having any particular application in mind. A
difference is often made between pure basic research and focused basic research,
where the second can be viewed as providing a platform for applications. Pure
research is not necessarily economically profitable in itself but may offer
conditions for future innovations and scientific breakthroughs.
Applied Research
As opposed to basic research, applied research is the type of research which is
conducted to solve practical problems, find cures to illnesses, develop therapies with
the purpose of helping people, and other similar types of practical problem-solving
research.

Action Research

A process of uncovering solutions through progressive problem solving activities.
The outcome is intended to improve practices and address issues. Often performed
by a group of participants, the process involves investigation through activity rather
than theoretical response. Also called participatory action research.












Pure Research or Basic Research
Research carried out for the purpose of better
understanding fundamental concepts within a scientific field, rather than in search of
a particular commercial goal. Pure research generally does
not produce marketable results, but may be used for later research into more
specific and profitable applications. Also called fundamental research.

Applied Research
Applied research is an original investigation undertaken in order to acquire
new knowledge. It is, however, directed primarily towards a specific practical aim or
objective.
The results of applied research are intended primarily to be valid for a single or
limited number of products, operations, methods, or systems. Applied research
gives operational form to ideas. The knowledge or information derived from is often
patented but may be kept secret.

Action Research
Action research is inquiry or research in the context of focused efforts to improve
the quality of an organization and its performance. It typically is designed and
conducted by practitioners who analyze the data to improve their own practice.
Action research can be done by individuals or by teams of colleagues. The team
approach is called collaborative inquiry.
Action research has the potential to generate genuine and sustained improvements
in schools. It gives educators new opportunities to reflect on and assess their
teaching; to explore and test new ideas, methods, and materials; to assess how
effective the new approaches were; to share feedback with fellow team members;
and to make decisions about which new approaches to include in the team's
curriculum, instruction, and assessment plans.