ACTION RESEARCH

OUTLINE

DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015

GUIDELINES
The action research proponent shall use the
DepEd prescribed outline for action research .
 The research proposal shall be double-spaced,
using an Arial font of 11.
Outline of Action Research

I. Context & Rationale

II. Review of Related Literature

III.Research Questions

IV.Scope and Limitation

Outline of Action Research
V. Methodology
a. Sampling
b. Data Collection
c. Ethical Issues
d. Plan for Data Analysis
Outline of Action Research
VI. Work Plan
VII. Cost Estimates
VIII. Action Plan
IX. List of References
I. Context and Rationale
I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE

- includes the description and context of the study

and the reason for conducting it; how the results
could be used in action planning.
 I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE
It should contain discussion of any or all of the
following:
1. Presentation of the Problem
Tell what the problem is all about
This will indicate what will be covered by the study
 I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE

2. The existence of an unsatisfactory condition, a felt

problem that needs a solution.
The causes must be found so that remedial
measures may be instituted.
I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE

3. Rationale of the Study

4. Historical Background of the problem

5. A desire to have deeper and cleared understanding of

the situation, circumstance, or phenomenon.
I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE
6. A desire to find a better way of doing something
or improving a product.
7. A desire to discover something.
8. A link between the introduction and the statement of
the problem.
- a sentence or two should show the link between
the introduction and the conducting of the researcher.
II. RESEARCH QUESTIONS
II. Research Questions

 identifies the problem/s which will be addressed

by the research in terms of
investigating or testing an idea;
 trying out solutions to a problem;
II. Research Questions

 identifies the problem/s which will be addressed

by the research in terms of
creating a new procedure or system;
explaining a phenomenon;
or a combination if any of these.
 What is a Research Problem
Any significant, perplexing (confusing) and
challenging situation, real or artificial, the solution of
which requires reflective thinking.
GUIDELINES IN STATING THE RESEARCH
PROBLEM/QUESTION

Be as specific as possible

Raise a question that is ethically neutral( avoid the
use of should, and must, or ought)
State the specific sub- problems in the interrogative
form
GUIDELINES IN STATING THE RESEARCH
PROBLEM
Each specific question must be clear and
unequivocal, that is, it has only one meaning and not
dual meanings.
Each specific question must be researchable apart
from the other questions, meaning, answer to each
specific question can be found even without
considering the other questions.
GUIDELINES IN STATING THE RESEARCH
PROBLEM
Each specific question must be based upon known
facts and phenomena
Each question can be interpreted separately.
GUIDELINES IN STATING THE RESEARCH
PROBLEM
Answers to specific questions must contribute to the
development of the whole research problem or topic.
The number of specific questions should be enough
to cover the development of the whole research
problem.
SOURCES OF RESEARCH PROBLEMS IN
EDUCATION

Teachers will discover “ ACRES OF DIAMONDS IN THEIR

OWN BACKYARD “, and an inquisitive and imaginative
mind may discover in one of these problems areas an
interesting and worthwhile research project.

JOHN W.BEST
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/
FORMULATION OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’

A research problem or title must:

be chosen by the researcher himself.
be within the interest of the researcher.
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must:
be within the specialization of the researcher
be within the competence of the researcher to
tackle.
be within the ability of the researcher to
finance.
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must be
researchable or manageable that is:
 Data are available and accessible
 Data must meet the standards of accuracy,
objectivity, and verifiability
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must be
researchable or manageable that is:
 Answers to the specific questions (sub- problems)
can be found.
 Can be completed within the time frame or
reasonable period of time.
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must be researchable or
manageable that is:
 It is significant, important, and relevant to the present
time and situation, timely and of current interest.
 The results are practical and implementable.
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must be researchable or
manageable that is:
 Must contribute to the national development.
 Must contribute to the fund of human knowledge
 Must not undermine (damage) the moral and spiritual
values of the people.
GUIDELINES IN THE SELECTION/ FORMULATION
OF RESEARCH PROBLEM’’
A research problem or title must be researchable or
manageable that is:
 There must be a return of some kind to the researcher
such as monetary , advancement of position, improved
specialization and skill in professional work
 Enhanced prestige or reputation,
 Satisfaction of intellectual curiosity and interest.
 Workshop…
Task: (1 hour)

Think of a pressing situation in your school/classroom that gives you

discomfort/problem. Describe the situation (how it affects your work as a

teacher). You may mention facts and figures to further detail your

problem. Think of how you plan to solve it.


Formulate questions in relation to your perceived problem.
III. REVIEW OF RELATED
LITERATURE
Review of Related Literature
focuses on key issues which underlie the action research;
general conclusions about related action research papers;
what research still needs to be done;
and what knowledge gaps remain that the study will aim to
fill.
IV. Scope and Limitations
IV. Scope and Limitation

Coverage of the research in terms of location, time,

respondents, etc.; inherent design or methodology
parameters that can restrict the scope of the
research findings and are outside the control of the
researcher.
 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS

Scope is the extent of the study and contains

measurements. This includes:
A brief statement of the general purpose of the
study
The subject matter and topics to be studied and
discussed.
 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS
 The locale of the study, where the data will be
gathered or the entity to which the data belong.
The population or universe from which the
respondents will be selected.
The period of the study. This is time, either
months or years by which data will be gathered.
V. Methodology
(A. Sampling)
V. Methodology

a. Sampling – details should be provided about who will

participate in the research; number of people and the
characteristics of those who will participate in the
research; and how will the sample be selected and
recruited.
V. Methodology
(B. Data Collection)
Methodology - Data Collection
B. Data Collection – the various instruments and
procedures of data collection should be outlined and
extensively discussed.
V. Methodology
(Ethical Issues)
c. Ethical Issues
 identification of ethical concerns that would
emanate from the conduct of the research
 and an elaborate discussion on how to prevent
these from taking place
c. Ethical Issues
 It can include, but not limited to the following: right to
conduct a study or investigation to answer a question
 securing free prior and informed consent from
respondents; issues of confidentiality and anonymity
 written approval for use of materials with copyright (e.g.
secondary data sets, data collection tools)
 V. Methodology
(Plan for Data Analysis)
Plan for Data Analysis

indicates how the data will be analyzed and reported; it

should specify the qualitative and/or quantitative
methods that will be used in analyzing the data gathered
for the research.
VI. Workplan
VI. Workplan

contains the research timelines – when will the

project begin and how long will it take to be
completed; include time estimates for each step
in the research process (e.g. 5 days, 2 weeks.)
VII. Cost Estimates
Action Research Proposal Outline
VII. Cost Estimates – includes detailed research
cost, broken down per research task , activity
and/or deliverable. It can be further grouped by
tranche for easier reference of the Evaluation
Committee.
Action Research Proposal Outline
VIII. Action Plan - indicate how the results of the action
research will be utilized.
IX. List of References – provide in text of work and
reference list.
 Completion Report
ACTION RESEARCH
DEPED ORDER NO. 24, S. 2010
Completion Report in Action Research
I. Researcher
II. School/District
III.Abstract
IV.Significance of the Study
V. Research Design and Methodology
VI.Results and Discussions
VII.Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
VIII.References