COLAND SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC.

High School Department

Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City

PRACTI
RESEARC
CAL
1
H Introduction to Qualitative Research

A Modular Distance Learning

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Name of Student

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Strand/ Year & Sec.:

QUARTER 1 – MODULE 1
References: Abdullah, Samsudin (2019). Practical Research 1. Qualitative Research
Baraceros, Esther (2016). Practical Research 1(REX)
Buensuceso, D.B., Dacanay, D.E., Manalo, G.A., San Gabriel, N.M. (2016).
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Cristobal, Amadeo Jr., Cristobal, Maura Consolacion (2016) PR1 (C&E)

Compiled by: Amar Abas Mohammad

PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1
Coland Systems Technology, Inc.
Mr. Amar Abas Mohammad

Content: Nature of Inquiry and Research

Content Standard:
The learners demonstrate understanding of…
1. The importance of research in daily life;
2. The characteristics, processes, and ethics of research.
Performance Standard:
Use appropriate kinds of research in making decisions.

Learning Competency:
The learner…
1. defines research;
2. explains the importance of research in daily life;
3. describes characteristics and processes of research.

LESSON 1: Research: Its Importance, Characteristics, and Processes

Time Frame: Week 1

PRE - ASSESSMENT
A. TRUE or FALSE: Read the following sentences and put a check ( ⁄ ) on the space
before the number if you think the sentence is a description of research and put a
(X) if you think it is not.

_____ 1. Research must be hurriedly conducted.

_____ 2. There should be enough data collection in the conduct of research.
_____ 3. Research must observe a step- by-step process.
_____ 4. The researcher must have the final say in the result of his findings.
_____ 5. A person’s opinion is acceptable and considered as an answer to the questions
asked by the researcher.
_____ 6. Any concern or issue confronted by the students is researchable.
_____ 7. The causes of students failing in quizzes are worth researching.
_____ 8. The student-researcher must read literatures related to the problem he/she is
studying.
_____ 9. The researcher must avoid listening to another researcher to have an objective
view of his/her study.
_____ 10. The steps in the conduct of research are patterned.

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 RESEARCH: ITS IMPORTANCE, CHARACTERISTICS, AND PROCESSES

WEEK 1
 Research is defined as the scientific investigation of
phenomena which includes collection, presentation,
analysis, and interpretation of facts that lines an
individual’s speculation with reality.
 It follows a step-by-step process of investigation that uses
standardized approach in answering questions or solving
problems (Polit & Beck, 2004).
 Research is a careful examination of problems that is
continuously conducted. It is an examination that
justifies and defines or redefine existing facts in which
new knowledge can be generated.
Inquiry vs. Investigation

Research is a
Inquiry tends to ask scientific,
questions to probe experimental or
VS.
or examine inductive manner of
something. thinking

Importance of Research in Daily Life

 Research provides a scientific basis for any practice or methodology

in any field or discipline.
 Research is undertaken for the continuous development and for
further productivity of any field such as education, management,
business, engineering, etc.
 Research develops tools for assessing effectiveness of any practice
and operation.
 Research provides solutions to problems concerning almost all
issues encountered in the different areas of work.
 Research impacts decision – making.
 Research aims to advance the personal and professional
qualifications of practitioner.
 Research sharpens our mind to give a judicious vision to look.
 Research opens news (new –age digital media platforms) of
opportunity before we pick and choose.
 Research allows us to mark out the thin line between truth (fact)
and lie (fallacy).
 Research makes good habits of reading, analyzing, thinking, and
learning.

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 Characteristics of Research

There is a system to follow in conducting research

1. The research should
as there is a system for formulating each of its
be systematic
part.
Research involves the objective process of
analyzing phenomena of importance to any
2. The research should
profession or in different fields or disciplines
be objective
(Nieswiadomy, 2005). A researcher should look at
the basis on which the work is founded objectively.
3. The research should Research involves looking for the information that
be timely is fresh, new, and interesting.
4. The research should Research must become an instrument in
have relevance improving society or in solving problem.
5. The research should Research involves the use of language that is
be clear concise and straightforward.
6. The research should The research must maintain providing accurate
be accurate information.

Processes of Research

Step 1 Define and develop your topic (Research Problem)

Find background information about your chosen topic
Step 2
(Review of Related Literature)
Plan your research design including your sample
Step 3
(Methodology)
Gather necessary data using open-ended questions (for
Step 4 qualitative research) and closed-ended questionnaire or
paper-pencil test questionnaire (for quantitative research)
Process and analyze data using thematic analysis (for
Step 5 qualitative research) and statistical tool (for quantitative
research)
Formulate new insights gained (for qualitative research) or
Step 6 conclusions (for quantitative research) and
recommendations.
Step 7 Define new problem

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 FINAL ASSESSMENT

WEEK 1
NON-STOP WRITING. Answer the questions below and accomplish the given task.

Task 1.
Search and select one published research aligned to your strand. Then, analyze the
research by answering the following questions.

1. What is the title of the research and what is it all about?

2. Why is the research conducted?

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 3. How does the research study help you in your daily life?

4. What are the processes involved in conducting research?

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 CONCEPT – LEARNING ASSESMENT

WEEK 1
Recall every concept or topic on qualitative research that you have
learned in this lesson. Evaluate the extent of your understanding of an item
by entering such concept or topic in the right column.

Excellent Average Little Zero

Poor Learning
Learning Learning Learning Learning

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