Research and Innovation: Pillars of 21st Century Education

Research is a critical component of education. Development of a nation depends upon innovations, advancement in ideas and processes, which ultimately lead to its economic growth. Innovation and development depend upon the quality of education and quality of education depends upon research. Research in education improves an academic body of knowledge which has a direct impact in the educational systems. The results of research can lead ideally to change the methods, policies and strategies in educational practices. This paper explores the concept of research in the field of education, offering the relationship between the two, challenges, benefits and suggestions to promote innovations in research.