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RESEARCH
-Ma’am Claire-
DEFINITION OF RESEARCH
Derived from the old
French word “ cerchier ”
meaning to seek or search
for 3 reasons:
1. For more explanations
2. For verifiable truth
3. To make discoveries
The word research is derived
from the prefix “re”
- means repeat or redo
the root word search means
to find or to look for.
Therefore, research is literally
means to repeatedly look for
something which had been in
existence before.
Is a careful and systematic
means of solving problems
(Thomas and Nelson, 1996)
TITLE:
FACTORS AFFECTING THE LEARNING
STYLES OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Personal Qualities
1. Must be patient, persistent
and resourceful
2. Wide reader
3. Honest and objective
4. Courageous and ready for
violent criticism
5. Keen observer
6. Have a good working
knowledge of grammar.
7. creative, innovative and good
in reasoning power.
Professional Qualities
1. Have a good working
knowledge and skills in
research and statistics
2. He must be abreast of development
in all fields of discipline.
3. Utilizes valid and reliable data.
4. Careful in recording and reporting
data.
5. Reports research results honestly,
objectively and accurately.
6. Fairly acknowledge the sources of
information and other individuals
who contributes their ideas, time and
effort in the completion of the study.
7. Careful in documenting the data.
8. Not only competent but he enjoys
conducting research.
Example of Research Title
Home-Based Activities: In Relation to the
most Utilized Learning Gadget of Grade
11 Students during COVID-19 Pandemic
CHAPTER I
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INTRODUCTION
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Note:
The introduction should not
be too lengthy as to
discourage the reader from
reading nor too short that it will
fail to cover the salient items
of the introduction. ( 1 ½ to 2
pages only)
Statement of the Problem:
In writing the general problem
ALWAYS BE GUIDED BY THE
TITLE OF THE STUDY OR BY THE
ELEMENTS OF RESEARCH
PROBLEM ( purpose, or aim,
subject matter, locale, period
covered and population)
EX. The main problem of this study
is to determine the status of
teaching Mathematics in National
High School in Metro Manila
EX. The main problem of this
study is to determine the
status of teaching
Mathematics in National High
School in Metro Manila ( key
concern and auxiliary concern)
1. What is the status of
teaching Mathematics in the
SEDP Curriculum in National
High School in Metro Manila?
2. What is the level of
performance of Mathematics
teachers in SEDP Curriculum
in national high school in Metro
Manila along:
a. Knowledge of the subject
matter,
b. Student – teacher relation
c. Classroom management
3. What is the level of
performance of Mathematics
teachers according to the
following groupings:
a. Academic rank
b. Year level assigned
c. Type of curriclum
SCOPE AND LIMITATION
The scope and limitation set
the boundaries of the
investigation. This part
discusses the variables
included in the investigation
and the justification they were
included. Likewise it cites the
variables which were excluded
from the study and the reason
for their exclusion.
Limitation of the study include
the weaknesses of the study
beyond the control of the
researcher (Calderon)
Delimitation is specifically fixed
limitation. It is the extent to
which the researcher decided
to cover in the study.
EX.
The study is focused on the factors affecting
students performance in chemistry laboratory class in
selected schools in Balanga City S/Y 2008 – 2009.
In this study the students performance refers to the
average grade of the students in chemistry laboratory
class from the first to third grading period.
The grade point average were gathered and
tabulated and measure the performance of the student
in chemistry laboratory class.
The study considered the following schools in
Balanga City – Tomas Del Rosario College, Asia Pacific
College and Bataan Christian School since they belong
to the same category as private institution.
The factors referred to in this study
were student – related factor which
pertain to the attitude of the students in
chemistry laboratory class, teacher
related factors which pertain to the
teaching strategies, teaching
competencies and teachers attitude in
conducting the chemistry laboratory
class.
How to start Writing your Study
Scope
This study is to focus on…
This study covers the…
This study aims to…
How to start Writing your Study
Delimitations
This study does not cover…
This study is limited to…
The following has been excluded from
this study…
Examples of Delimitation in
Research
Research objectives
Research questions
Research variables
Target populations
Statistical analysis techniques
Examples of Limitations in Research
Issues with sample and selection.
Insufficient sample size, population traits
or specific participants for statistical
significance,
Limitations in the technology/instruments
used to collect your data,
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
The significance of the study
must discuss the importance
of the study to the society, the
country, the government, the
community, or to the
institution, the agency,
concerned, curriculum
planners, and other
researchers.
EX.
The findings of this study
may provide deeper insights
on how teaching can be made
easier and more meaningful by
the use of computer- aided
instruction to the following
entities:
Administrators. The result of this
study may serve as a guide in
program planning and
implementation of the IT
department which can be of great
help to the teachers of the
university.
Teachers. The result may serve as
an eye-opener for teachers…
Students. The result of this study
may serve as inspiration for them
to continue improving their skills in
using computers.
CHAPTER II – REVIEW OF
LITERATURE
The word “review”
means to look again
literatures and studies
which are identical,
“related” or similar with
your own area study.
RELATED LITERATURE
The gathering of related literature to
the research clarifies the different
variables being studied. It may comes
from any written materials such as books,
periodicals, magazines, newspapers, legal
reports, constitution, laws, acts, articles,
speeches and other published materials
containing facts, laws, theories and other
documented observations.
RELATED STUDIES
1 – Poor
2 – Fair
3 – Satisfactory
4 – Very Satisfactory
5 – Outstanding
2. Use correct grammar.
3. Make all questions unequivocal.
Avoid double- barreled question.
Ex. Are you employed or not?
Are you a graduate?
4. Avoid asking biased questions.
Ex. Which brand of the toothpaste
do you use?
5. Relate all questions to the topic
under study.
7. Group the questions in logical
sequence. Write the questions in
chronological order with the sub-
problems.
8. Avoid questions that deal with
confidential or embarrassing
information.
Ex. Why did you become unfaithful to
your husband?
9. State all questions affirmatively.
10. Add a catch-all word or phrase of
multiple response questions.
Ex. Others, please specify.
11. Make the respondents anonymous.
Name: _______________________________
(optional)
VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY
Types of Validity:
1. Face Validity – also known as logical
validity. It involves an analysis of
whether the instrument is using a valid
scale. By just looking at the
instrument, the researcher decides if it
has face validity. It includes the font
size, spacing, the size of the paper
used and other necessary details that
will not distract respondents from
answering the questionnaire.
2. Content Validity – is measured by
subjecting the instrument to an
analysis by a group of experts who
have theoretical and practical
knowledge of the subject. The
experts will assess the items or the
content of the questionnaire and
determine if the items measure the
variables being studied. Experts’
criticisms will be considered in the
revision of the instrument.
3. Construct Validity – this type of
validity refers to whether the test
corresponds with its theoretical
construct. This validation is theory
laden.
4. Criterion – related Validity or
equivalent test - this validity is an
expression of how scores from the
test are correlated with an external
criterion.
Reliability – refers to the consistency
of results. A reliable instrument
yields the same rank for individuals
who take the test more than once.
2. Interview – this is feasible when a
personal interaction is available. The
data is collected through direct verbal
interaction between the interviewer
and the respondent
Structured interview – questions are
stated specifically in a fixed list
(interview guide)
Unstructured – this is more flexible
and open
3. Observation – the researcher
watching the research situation
CHAPTER IV
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
This chapter focused on the
presentation, analysis and interpretation
of data gathered pertaining to the
personal profile, the nutritional status
and the academic performance of the
beneficiaries of the feeding program
together with the data obtained through
survey questionnaire from the parents
and teachers in Sipocot North Central
School S/Y 2017-2018.
MAJOR ELEMENTS:
1. Presentation of Data – this part
showcases the data for easy
understanding of the reader. The
data are usually presented in
charts, tables, or figures with
verbal interpretation.
Table
1. Open ended.
2. In writing the text, refer to
every table and tell the reader
what to look for.
3. Discuss only what the table
highlights.
4. Always identify units of
measures
5. Refer to tables by number
2. Analysis – the intelligence and
logical understanding of the
researcher is required in this
part in which important data
are given enough attention.
The analysis will be the basis
of the final results of the study.
In analyzing the data, the
following must be considered:
In analyzing the data, the following must
be considered:
1. The highest numerical value such as
scores, weighted means, percentage, etc.
2. The lowest numerical value such as
scores, weighted means, percentages,
etc.
3. the most common numerical values like
mode or values that repeatedly appear.
4. The final numerical value like the average
weighted mean, total score, chi-square
value, correlation index, etc.
3. Interpretation –
comprehensible statements
are made after translating the
statistical data.
4. Discussion – the discussion
or explanation of the results is
needed to establish a more
logical and empirical basis of
the conclusion. In this part, the
result of the investigation are
compared and contrasted with
those of the reviewed literature
and studies.
The following must be considered in
the discussion of data:
1. The flow of the discussion of the
results is based on how the problem
is stated.
2. The sequence of discussion of
points includes:
a. Introduction of the table
b. Analysis of data (point out the most
important and remarkable results,
infer and discuss the implication)
c. Interpretation of the average or
the final statistical results.
d. Discussion of findings (in relation
to the findings of previous studies
mentioned in the review of
literature)
e. implication, inferences and other
important information.
Educational Attainment of the School Managers
Ph. D. 1 2.1
With Doctoral Unit 7 14.6
Masters of Art 15 31.3
With M.A. units 24 50.0
B.S. Degree 1 2.1
TOTAL 48 100%
Table 2 revealed that half of the school
managers, comprising 24 or 50% of the total
number of respondents have earned M.A.
units in education, only 1 or 2.1% has a B.S.
Degree and Ph. D. Degree while the
remaining respondents have M.A. Degree
and higher academic degree. Given that the
masters degree is the minimum educational
qualification for a secondary school
principal, this result indicates the value the
institution place on the relevance of
educational attainment in school leadership.
Clearly the table shows that the
respondents who have degrees lower than
master’s degree are head teachers.
The data revealed that a higher educational
degree makes an individual improve himself
and gain competencies. A graduate or post
graduate degree enables an individual to be in
a better position to make decisions probably
because he understand the institutional
problems. Also, a higher educational
attainment helps a school manager to be
abreast of the different changes in education.
It is related to the study of Villamor (1992)
that the higher the educational attainment of
the individual , the more refined are his/her
skills, habits and attitudes, values and ideals.
This findings can be connected to the study of
Findings can be associated to the study of
As stipulated in Article 1, Section 3 of
the Code of Ethics for Public School
Teachers and Officials, one should pursue
studies that will improved his / her
efficiency and enhance his / her profession.
1. First Paragraph – Discussion of the table
Upper 3 – based from the result
Bottom 3 - based from the result
Highest result
Lowest result
2. Second Paragraph – implication, it is your
own explanation
3. Third Paragraph - supporting ideas lifted
from the related literature and studies
Similarities or differences from the previous
studies
CHAPTER V
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND
RECOMMENDATION
SUMMARY
This aimed to determine the
Summary of Findings
This part presents in brief and
in very concise terms of the
following:
1. Restatement of the main
problem and sub-problems
2. Reiteration of the type of
research, nature, size of
samples and locale of the
study.
c. Enumeration of the major findings
which are expressed in a statement as
well as the identification whether the
null hypothesis/ hypotheses has or
have been rejected or not.
Problem 1
Findings:
Conclusions:
1. The conclusion drawn from the findings is the availability
of laboratory apparatus, facilities and supply was very
sufficient.
2. The students can
Recommendation:
A. BOOKS
B. UNDERGRADUATE THESIS
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APPENDICES
THESES FORMAT
CHAPTER I.THE PROBLEM AND
ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Hypothesis
Scope and Delimitation
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
CHAPTER II. REVIEW OF
RELATED LITERATURE AND
RELATED STUDIES
Synthesis of the Reviewed Related
Literature and Related Studies
Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
CHAPTER III. METHODOLOGY
Methods of Research Used
Respondents
Sampling Procedure
Researched Instruments Used
Data Gathering Procedure
Statistical Treatment
CHAPTER IV. PRESENTATION,
ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
OF DATA
CHAPTER V. SUMMARY OF
FINDINGS, CONLUSIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDICES
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