Learning Target:

Describes characteristics (a feature

of something), strengths,
weaknesses, and kinds of
quantitative (about numeric variable)
research.
 Types
of
Research
 According to importance
a. Basic research is learning a certain
phenomenon. This is designed to
merely advance the body of
knowledge with no direct
application.
b. Applied research involves systematic
gathering of data, and the results will
be applied in various field.
 According to method
a. Qualitative research mostly talks
about behaviors and experiences of
focus groups using non-numeric
data.
b. Quantitative research generates
results by applying numerical data is
focused on a wider populace.
 According to process
a. Pure Research is looking into certain
phenomenon.
b. Applied research involves conducting
a study, and then the results will be
applied directly to real-life situations.
c. Action research examines a particular
problem then provides a solution to it
and test its effectivity through
research.
 According to purpose
a. Analytical research makes use of
evidence from various sources.
b. Argumentative research makes use of
evidence based on stance or point of
view.
c. Exploratory research includes doing
series of experimentations for testing.
 According to locale
a. Library research includes resources
found in different learning content
from the sections of the library.
b. Field research involves conducting
research in a very natural
environment without modifying
anything.
c. Laboratory research includes artificial
and controlled conditions.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD
RESEARCH
According to Paul Leedy and Best (2000)

1. Systematic
2. Controlled
3. Empirical
4. Analytical
5. Objective, unbiased and logical
6. employs hypothesis
7. employs qualitative or statistical
methods
8. original work
9. done by an expert
10. patient and unhurried activity
11. requires an effort-making capacity
12. requires courage and intelligence
5Ws when conceptualizing
your research

1. WHAT
2. WHY
3. WHO
4. WHERE
5. WHEN
Sources of Knowledge in Research

1. Experience
2. Authority
3. Deductive Reasoning
4. Inductive Reasoning
5. Scientific Approach
What are the characteristics of
a GOOD researcher? (Calmorin, 2004)
Research-oriented
Efficient
Scientific
Effective
Active
{ Resourceful
Creative
Honest
Economical
Reliable
Ethical Principles
1. Honesty
2. Objectivity
3. Confidentiality
4. Respect for Intellectual
Property
5. Responsible Publication