RESEARCH

Quarter 1, Module 1
Topic 1: Difference between Invention and Innovation.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module, you should be able to:
a. Write the difference between Invention and Intervention.
b. Cite an examples of Invention and Intervention.
c. Discuss the relevance and importance of Invention and Innovation in doing research.

Try this! Encircle the letter of correct answer.

1. Definition of Innovation:
a. The creation of something new.
b. The art of doing research.
c. A change of something that already exists.
2. Definition of Invention:
a. The creation of something new.
b. The art of doing research.
c. A change of something that already exists.

Keep this in Mind!

Invention vs innovation
To ensure that the world keeps progressing, it is imperative for there to be inventions and
innovations in the market. In the absence of these, there would be no new developments and the
world would become stationary. When one checks the meaning of the two terms in a dictionary,
they have almost the same meaning; however, the truth is that the two terms are actually quite
distinct from one another. Invention refers to the creation of new products or services -those that
are the first of their kind and have never been created before. On the other hand, innovation
essentially refers to the improvements brought about in a product or service that is already
present in the market.
It is important to determine the difference between invention and innovation. An analogy that
can be used to differentiate the two is a pebble that is thrown in a pool of water. The pebble
should be considered as an invention, while the ripple effect created in the water by the pebble is
innovation. This article will define invention and innovation in more detail, and discuss the
differences between the two.

Definitions and explanations

Invention
Invention refers to the development of a product or service for the very first time. A new product
that has been invented is significantly different from its predecessor. It is a unique scientific idea
that has been created following intensive research and experimentation.
Invention takes place when an individual comes up with a novel idea for a product or a process
that is not present in the market. Hence, the inventor wants to ensure that the credits for the
invention are given to them alone, which is why they obtain patents for their inventions.
A patent would ensure that the intellectual property rights for the new product remain with the
inventor.

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Innovation
Innovation is carried out when an individual is able to successfully convert an idea into an actual
product or service. It refers to the changes brought about in a product or service that is already
present in the market. These changes are usually believed to add value to the products or services
so as to ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled.

An innovation often helps an invention that is not very popular to become a part of the
mainstream by using it in an area where it was not originally supposed to be used. For instance,
the first multi-touch screen technology was developed in 1982 to detect finger movement over a
frosted glass panel with a camera. This simple interface was developed to enable multi-touch
drawing. However, this technology did not become popular till it was used by Steve Jobs in the
iPhone. Hence, Steve jobs brought about a repurposing of the multi-touch technology by
applying it in an entirely different area, which is what is referred to as an innovation.

Therefore, innovations can be referred to as enhanced versions of a product or service that is

already present in the market. Such enhancements usually include more features and incorporate
latest technology. Majority of the innovations that are considered as revolutionary are actually an
improvement of a technology that has already been invented. For example, consider the products
launched by Steve Jobs under his visionary company, Apple. Jobs was believed to have created
the greatest inventions of all times – iPhone, iPad and Mac. However, the truth is that these
products were basically an improvements of their predecessors. For example, before the creation
of the iPod, many portable music players were already present in the market. What Apple did
was to incorporate the features of the different music players into a single device, and then
connect it to a platform through which the device could be kept updated with music without any
problems.
Differences between invention and innovation
1. Meaning
Invention refers to the development of something that is entirely new, and which has never been
created before. On the other hand, innovation refers to the introduction of fresh ideas and
technology to an already existing product or service. In other words, innovation makes use of an
invention in a unique way to make it popular among the customers.

2. Skills required
An invention is brought about by someone who possess technical skills. On the other hand,
innovation requires a range of strategic, technical and marketing skills.
3. Brought about by
Invention comes about when a scientist thinks of a new idea regarding a product or service. On
the other hand, innovation comes about when a need for a unique product or service, or an
improvement in an existing product or service is identified

4. Involves
Invention involves a single product, service or process, while innovation is a mix of different
products, services or processes.

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5. Carried out by
Invention is carried out by a scientist who comes up with a new idea, while innovation is carried
out by an entrepreneur who identifies the need for a different product.

Invention vs innovation – tabular comparison

INVENTION VS INNOVATION

Meaning

Coming up with an idea, or developing Bringing about changes or improvements in a

a new product or service, that has not product or service already present in the market,
been created previously with the aim of adding value to it

Skills required

Technical skills Strategic, marketing and technical skills

Brought about by

A new idea comes in the mind of A need for a distinct product or service, or
inventor enhancements in an existing product

Involves

Single product or service A mix of different products or services

Carried out by

Scientific Entrepreneur

A tabular comparison of innovation and invention is given below:

Explore!
Match Column A with Column B by writing the letter before the number and after the coma, write either
INVENT or INNOVATE.

A.
__, _______1. Driverless cars
__, _______2. High Speed Trains
__, _______3. Smart Materials
__, _______4. 3D Printing
__, _______5. E-Reader
__, _______6. Bioplastics
__, _______7. Desalinated Water
B.
A. A printer that can make 3D objects.
B. They are plastic materials produced from renewable biomass
sources such as vegetables fats and oils, cornstarch, straw,
woodchips, sawdust, recycled food waste, etc.
C. Internet access provided through communication satellites.
D. Water that has had it salts and minerals removed.
E. A type of rail transport that runs significantly faster than the
traditional rail traffic.
F. It is a spacecraft capable of supporting human crew in orbit
for an extended period of time.
G. a mobile electronic device that is designed primarily for the
Purpose of reading digital e-books.

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__, _______8. Flexible smartphones
__, _______9. Satellite broadband
__, _______10. Space Station
__, _______11. Space Tourism
H. Materials that change by external factors such as light,
temperature, etc.
I. Human space travel for fun.
J. A vehicle that is capable of sensing its environment and
moving safely with little or no human input.
K. A phone that can bend in one direction and curl-up.

Self-Test 1
Essay. 10 points each

1. Explain the difference between invention and innovation.

2. Elaborate the relevance and importance of Invention and Innovation in doing research.

Enumeration
3. Give 5 examples of invention and innovation. 10 points

References:
https://www.termscompared.com/invention-vs-innovation/
https://www.liveworksheets.com/pm102428iv

Prepared by: Domingo E. Orobia Jr.

Research Teacher

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 RESEARCH
Quarter 1, Module 2
Topic 1: Meaning, Characteristics and Importance of Research.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module, you should be able to:
a. Write the Meaning and Importance of Research
b. Enumerate the Characteristics of Research.

Do this!
1. Encircle the letter/letters which is true about the meaning of research.
a. To search again carefully or find out more.
b. Acquiring new knowledge.
c. Systematic, controlled, empirical and critical investigation
d. Objective and comprehensive
e. To establish facts

Read the reference below and keep this in mind!

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Explore

Read the characteristics of research and answer the crossword puzzle below.

Self-Test 2
Essay. 10 points each
Based from the selection you have read;
1. Define Research.
2. What are the importance of Research? Explain.

Enumeration, 12 points
3. List the 12 characteristics of Research.

Reference:

Ardales, V. B. (2001) Basic Concepts and Methods in Research 2nd Edition (Concerns Inc, Dungon A. Jaro,
Iloilo City)

Estolas, J.V., and Boquiren, Daisy (2000) Fundamentals of Research (Manila: Philippines: G. Miranda and
Sons, Inc.)

Prepared by: Domingo E. Orobia Jr.

Research Teacher

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