You are a graduate student. Therefore, you will take educational research. Practice your understanding of these theories. Basic and Applied Research Basic research is conducted to develop theory. In education, it helps establish general principles of learning.
Applied research is concerned with how the theories are used in educational settings.
Much of what goes on in educational research is a combination of both types of research. Practice your understanding of these theories. Thinking during your break During your break, think about a topic you may be interested in pursuing during this class. Qualitative Research Educational research is often referred to it as either qualitative or quantitative. Qualitative research involves collection of narrative data to gain insights into phenomena of interest.