The research methodology is defined as the description, explanation and justification of various methods of conducting research. The methods may be either general techniques such as experiments and surveys, logical procedures such as formulating research problems, collecting and analyzing data.
The purpose of learning about methodology is to understand the process of social scientific inquiry. Methodology may be classified as there are types of methodology; empirical methodology; Empirical methodology describes, analyzes, and explains what researchers do, and normative methodology; prescribes what researcher should do.
In this reading, it also gives two values which the first one is academic value; it is to help to be efficient in the conduct of own research as well as capacity in review and analyze the others’ research. The second value is practical value; it assists in understanding and evaluating that affects every choices. Therefore, understanding methodology would help improving about judgments.