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Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION WITH REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Background of the Study

This section provides evidence and conditions of the existing conditions,

highlighting the gaps to make the readers feel the urgency of the problem, the need to

study it in order to solve the problem or contribute to its solution. This should be about

600 words.

Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

The theoretical framework is an examination of existing or self-formulated

theories in relation to the researcher’s objectives. The conceptual framework is a

scheme of concepts (variables) which a researcher will operationalize in the study to

achieve the set objectives. The conceptual framework is normally presented in a

diagram.

In presenting a figure, please follow the format below.

Figure 1. Research Paradigm

The diagram should not be presented only as it is. It should be explained.

Statement of the Problem

This presents the general and specific objectives of the study. The general

objective or aim refers to the general intention of the research. It spells out what the

research is supposed to accomplish. The specific objectives are specific aims arising

directly from the general objective/purpose/aim of the study. For each specific

objective, there must be a method to attempt to achieve it.

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Hypotheses of the Study (where applicable)

The hypotheses are investigative assumptions which guide the study. They

should be testable. The hypothesis is usually null or alternate, whichever poses the

investigative question.

Significance of the Study

This refers to the relevance of the study in terms of academic contributions and

practical use that might be made of the research findings. It should reflect knowledge

creation, technology or socioeconomic value to the maritime and academic community

in general.

Scope and Limitation

The scope provides the boundary of the research in terms of depth of

investigation, content, sample size, geography, time frame and theoretical coverage.

Ethical Considerations (if applicable)

This refers to the morals of the investigation or intervention as regards the

minimal abuse, disregard, safety, social and psychological wellbeing of the persons,

community, or animals involved in the study, and how the principles of consent are

handled in the study.

Literature Review

This section deals with the analysis of existing literature on the subject with the

objective of revealing recent research contributions to the topic, their weaknesses, and

gaps. The literature review should be presented according to the themes of the study

and should reflect the objectives, hypothesis, methods, and research questions.

Citations should be in accordance with APA 6th edition documentation style.

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Chapter 2

METHODOLOGY

Research Design

This section identifies the design of the study, qualitative or quantitative, and;

exploratory, descriptive or explanatory. With either design: quantitative or qualitative,

the researcher should explain what type of study is being used and why this design is

the best for the study. It should effectively address the research question. Major

variables should be identified in the design.

Participants/Population of the Study

This section sufficiently describes the sample such that it is clear what

population(s) the sample represents. The choice of sampling technique should be

appropriate and justified. Participants may be described in terms of gender, age,

number of years of experience, etc. as appropriate.

Locale of the Study

This reflects where and when the study was conducted.

Data Gathering Tools/ Materials and Equipment (as applicable)

This section includes a brief description of constructs and all measures that will

be used to operationalize them. This describes the instruments, including surveys,

tests, questionnaires, interview forms, and other tools used to provide data.

Data Gathering Procedure

This section briefly describes the overall plan of the research, the sequence of

events from beginning to end (including sampling, measurement, and use of groups in

designs), notification of participants, and protection of confidentiality of participants.

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Data Analysis or Treatment of Data

This describes the data processing protocols used in the study. In quantitative

research, the statistical tools used are described and justified as to why these are

employed.
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Chapter 3

RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

This chapter presents the analysis and interpretation of data organized parallel

to the specific research questions raised in Chapter 1. Data must be tabulated,

summarized in figures, analyzed and interpreted. The discussion should also include

the implication of the findings to the current pool of knowledge on the subject as

supported by the literature review.

In presenting tables, please follow the format below.

Table 1.

A Sample of a Table

2.33 (numerical Tables must not be

values must be up to cut. If a table does
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only) the font size may be
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Chapter 4

SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter provides a summary of findings, conclusions derived from the

findings, and recommendations derived from the conclusions. The conclusion, based

on the findings, answers the statement of the problem or objectives described in

chapter 1.
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Murzynski, J., &Degelman, D. (1996).Body language of women and judgments of

vulnerability to sexual assault.Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 26, 1617-

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Paloutzian, R. F. (1996). Invitation to the psychology of religion (2nd ed.). Boston:

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Shea, J. D. (1992). Religion and sexual adjustment.In J. F. Schumaker (Ed.), Religion

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Appendices

Appendix A

Cover Letter

This part may include the following:

Cover letter

Sample Questionnaire/Test/Research Instrument

Transcript of Interview, when applicable

- Resource Person/s

Complete Name

Job Title/Description

Company

Address

Contact Number

Email

Curriculum Vitae of Researchers (please see page 30 of the manual for the information

inclusion)