SAMPLE BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

RESEARCH TITLE: Status of the Implementation of the K to 12 Science Technology Engineering

Mathematics (STEM) Curriculum in the Division of Sultan Kudarat
REVIEW of the TOPIC (VARIABLE) The continuing reform program in the Philippine educational
-explains the current information about system is driven by a global competitiveness. This curriculum
the main variable of the study “STEM development aims to raise the standards of teaching-learning
curriculum” opportunities to cope with the needs of the 21st century learners.
Achieving a sustainable quality education in the face of both gradual and
1st paragraph: states the current abrupt educational change is one of the most significant challenges
information about STEM confronting the Department of Education (DepEd) particularly in
implementation by DepEd. Science and Mathematics education (DepEd, 2018).
In response to the global challenges, the DepEd has exerted
2nd paragraph: explains the importance remarkable efforts to improve Science education so that Filipino
of STEM curriculum implementation in graduates will be at par with the rest of the world. Recently, it has
DepEd implemented the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
(STEM) curriculum wherein the instruction involves the
interdisciplinary integration of science, technology, engineering and
mathematics into rigorous lessons that connect the students to real world
careers and issues. STEM curriculum employs a cohesive learning
paradigm based on real-world applications that develop students’
literacy and ability to compete in the world of economy (DepEd Order
No. 71, s. 2012).
ISSUES/PROBLEMS/CONTROVERSI DepEd Order No. 25, s. 2002 and Basic Education Curriculum
ES revolving the main topic Guide (2002) stressed that the main factors which can be cited to account
for the low performance of students in Science include lack of science
3rd paragraph: present studies/findings culture and deficiencies in the teaching-learning process, instructional
reveal the issues faced by students resources and teacher trainings. Lacorte (2014) also emphasized that
when learning Science parents’ involvement has a strong and positive effect on the
implementation of the curriculum. In addition to this, Magsino (2015)
stressed that to make the learning opportunities more accessible to every
child; the implementation of the curriculum must be equipped with
functional physical facilities and equipment, competent teachers, a well-
designed curriculum and full support of the parents. She further stressed
that the most influential stimulus to make every child ready to learn is
the effective delivery of instruction so that he could be responsive to the
needs of the modern society. However, Abdullah (2020) found out that
lack of school buildings, insufficiency of laboratory equipment and
inadequacy of learning resources are the top problems of the public
schools in Sultan Kudarat.
How the issue was solved or How One of the major thrusts of former President Benigno S.
other authors solved/addressed the Aquino’s government was the implementation of the DepEd K to 12
problem? curriculum which aims to develop lifelong learners who will be prepared
for higher education, employment and entrepreneurship. Its
implementation has caught the attention of many researchers. There
What is not known about the topic? were studies conducted to evaluate the new program and it appeared that
(RESEARCH GAP) similar issues came out. In Sultan Kudarat, STEM curriculum has been
implemented since 2015. So far, there is no study conducted yet to
evaluate its implementation.
How you attempt to address the Hence, this study is prompted.
research gap?
RESEARCH TITLE: Anger, Impulsivity and Anxiety from Academic Stress as Suicidal Risk Predictors
REVIEW of the TOPIC (VARIABLE) Students experience different kinds of emotion in their
everyday academic endeavor which lead to expression of
1st paragraph: -briefly explains about various behaviors. An individual’s reaction to a certain event
emotions then transitions to negative in his/ her life gives rise for emotions. Dr. Martin Seligman
emotions such as anger, impulsivity, says that people have the ability to control their own emotions
anxiety. It is also explained here how based on how they perceive or interpret their experiences
these negative emotions lead to however, there are instances where some children and adults
depression and eventually lead to the fail to manage negative emotions and they express these out
worst case which is suicide. through anger, impulsivity and anxiety leading to depression
As you can also observed from the (Lawson, 2002). Alarmingly, in worst cases, depression can lead to
paragraph, the main variables of this suicide (World Health Organization, 2009).
study (anger, impulsivity, anxiety, and
suicide) were introduced and how
these variables were connected.
ISSUES/PROBLEMS/CONTROVERSI Every year, 800,000 people die due to suicide and for
ES revolving the main topic every suicide, there are even more people who attempt to do
it. Suicide is the second leading cause to the death of 15-29
year old individuals and 79% of suicide occurs in low to mid
income countries. This is an alarming rate and if not prevented,
it might increase from 1 person dying for every 40 seconds to
1 dying every 20 seconds by 2020. (World Health Organization,
2009). According to the data from 2015 from the Global Burden
of Disease Study, suicide rates in the Philippines are up to 3.8
for both sexes for every 100,000 of the general population
Transition sentence: connects the (Coronel, 2019). By any measure, there must be a way of
idea of this paragraph to the idea of understanding and assessing suicide.
the next paragraph
How the issue was solved or How Studies that were recently conducted showed that adults
other authors solved/addressed the who have suicidal thoughts show higher means of anger,
problem? impulsivity and academic stress than those without suicidal
thoughts (Masoo & Kamran, 2018) and Nepon et al. (2010)
stated that there were 5 causes of suicide namely: loneliness,
depression, hopelessness, anger and conflict, however some
studies state that anxiety is independently associated with
suicide attempts(18) and that academically achieving students
What is not known about the topic have higher suicidal ideas than those of academically failing
(RESEARCH GAP) students (Arun, Garg & Chavan, 2017). Mostly, studies about
suicide ideation that were conducted focused only on
university students. Also, most, if not all were conducted on
international countries. With this, the researchers came up with
a study that is focusing on the assessment of the level of anger,
How you attempt to address the impulsivity, and anxiety from academic stress and its use as
research gap? (Underlined part) suicidal predictors on senior high school students, whether
academic achievers or not, that will be conducted in the locality.
Why do you need to address the The findings of this study is most beneficial to students
research gap? (the significance of since they are able to monitor their own behavior and emotions
your study) and determine if they are prone to suicide so they can seek
for professional help before it turns severe. Also, other
beneficiaries include the parents and teachers since they are
 knowledgeable about their son’s, daughter’s/ student’s
emotional conflicts and they will be able to find ways to cater
their needs. The school administration is more mindful of their
students’ mental and emotional health as these are matters
that should pose serious concern to the society and the batches to
come.

SAMPLE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

TITLE: Anger, Impulsivity and Anxiety from Academic Stress as Suicidal Risk Predictors

The findings of this study is most beneficial to students since they are able to monitor their own
behavior and emotions and determine if they are prone to suicide so they can seek for professional help
before it turns severe. Also, other beneficiaries include the parents and teachers since they are
knowledgeable about their son’s, daughter’s/ student’s emotional conflicts and they will be able to
find ways to cater their needs. The school administration is more mindful of their students’ mental and
emotional health as these are matters that should pose serious concern to the society and the batches to come.

Or you can write the Significance of the Study in another way…

TITLE: Impact of Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) Curriculum to the Cultural and Socio-economic
Development of Teduray at Esperanza, Sultan Kudarat

This study will be a useful tool in improving the implementation of the Indigenous Peoples Education
(IPEd) curriculum in the Division of Sultan Kudarat. In addition to this, this study is deemed significant to the
following stakeholders:
Indigenous Learners. This study will enhance learning capabilities and interests of the indigenous
learners since topics are being contextualized based on their local needs. Providing inclusive and quality education
with the integration of indigenous knowledge and skills, IP learners will be guided on how they can protect,
appreciate and preserve their cultures. The direct beneficiaries of the IPEd curriculum are the indigenous learners
to become ready in facing life challenges and embracing modernization without forgetting their histories and
traditions. IPEd curriculum will be geared towards the improvement of learning opportunities of IPs to equip
themselves with necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes of preserving their cultural heritage and developing
their socio-economic status. When indigenous learners are able to see how their cultures are given importance,
they are able to incorporate in their learning the protection, appreciation and preservation of their ancestral
domain.
Teachers. The obtained data in this study will help the teachers implement the IPEd curriculum and
improve their teaching pedagogies that can cater the needs and priorities of the indigenous learners. Indigenous
education plays a major role on how the ethnic minorities learn, their motivation to learn and how teachers
improve their teaching pedagogy. This research will help the teachers gain insight on how they can understand
and address the needs of the indigenous learners. This endeavor would help teachers develop culture sensitive
skills and strategies in dealing with the diverse students and resources in the delivery of the indigenous education.
School Administrators. Through this study, school administrators will be able to analyze the strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) in implementing the IPEd curriculum so that they could adjust
with their management and administration strategies. They will be able to determine the necessary improvements
in order to sustain the quality of learning opportunities and to instill to the indigenous learners the importance of
their cultural heritage. They will be guided on
how they can effectively utilize school resources to have adequate facilities that can cater the glaring
number of indigenous learners. The findings of this study would be important to the school administrators and
legislators in developing program strategies that would be inclusive and culture
sensitive curriculum to the needs of the IP communities.
Parents. Engaging parents in the education of their children is likely to improve the latter’s educational
attainment and on-going engagement in school. Parents of indigenous learners will benefit from the findings of
this study by understanding the importance of school engagement in maximizing the learning opportunities of
their children. Since parents are the immediate supporters
of the students, their involvement is very crucial to the implementation of IPEd curriculum. This study will
encourage their full support for the effective implementation of all activities and programs
pertaining to indigenous education.
DepEd – Sultan Kudarat Division. In line with its thrust to promote cultured-based education, the
Department of Education (DepEd), through its Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) program, should continue
to strengthen its engagement with Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities, especially in the contextualization of the
K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum. This study will be very beneficial to the DepEd – Sultan Kudarat Division
to design a program for the indigenous learners. Division personnel will be acquainted of the things that should
be regularly monitored for the effective implementation of IPEd curriculum.
Future Researchers. Future researchers can use the result of this study as their guide or reference to
conduct a study pertaining to the cultures and traditions of the ethnic minorities in the Philippines. This study will
give confidence to them to expand their knowledge and skills in the field
of education and the advancement of research process. The research instrument being produced in this study can
be utilized by them to replicate this research in other IP communities. This noble research would be helpful to
future researchers in developing an enhanced curriculum more effective and responsive to the unique needs of
every student in modern learning environment. This noble research would be helpful to future researchers in
developing an enhanced curriculum more effective and responsive to the unique needs of every IP learner in
modern learning environment.