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Basic and applied research are both very important aspects of research. Both answer questions that are pressing in the world of education. The purpose behind each type of research is where the differences lie. Basic is more theoretical where as applied is more practical. Basic is more surface level where applied is more exploratory. Researchers often use basic research when they want to gain a deeper understanding of a topic. They are curious about a topic and they do the research in order to expand their knowledge and share their knowledge with others. Basic research often tends to be the foundational information that help other researchers in their pursuit of applied research. Applied research is meant to help find answers for real world problems in education. Applied research allows the researcher to explore more of the how’s and why’s of a situation. Why is this happening? How can the educator change the behavior?
