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Dr. Fe R. Ochotorena Module 1 Methods of Research
At the end of this module, you must be able to:
1. Identify a clear research problem/topic
2. Create a working title which will provide information about the focus of the
study.
3. Analyze critically the prior studies, reviews of literature, and theoretical
articles.
Difference Between a Thesis and Publishable Research
To obtain a university degree or
professional qualification
Usually longer than the research
paper
Completion of thesis takes a lot more
time
University assigned a teacher/
adviser for the completion of the
thesis
Completed after the final oral
examination/defense took place
Broad context, tackles a large question
To expand Knowledge
Establishes the central part of the
thesis with all data and proofs
gathered
Completion of research paper takes
a shorter time
No teacher/adviser is assigned
Completed after the content check
and plagiarism check
Specialized context
,
tackles main
question
MODULE 1
Research Topic, Title, & RRL
Lesson 1 – Topic Selection
2 - Formulation of Tentative/Working Title
3 - Review of Related Literature (RRL)
Learning Outcomes

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Dr. Fe R. Ochotorena Module 1 Methods of Research
Chapter 1. Introduction
▪ Background of the Study
▪ Theoretical Framework
▪ Conceptual Framework
▪ Statement of the Problem
( general and specific)
▪ Hypothesis/es (if any)
▪ Scope and Limitations of the
Study
▪ Significance of the Study
▪ Operational Definition of Terms
Chapter II. Review of Related
Literature (by theme/topic)
Thesis
Research -IMRaD
format
I ntroduction
Chapter III. Methods
▪ Research Design
▪ Participants of the Study
▪ Sampling Technique
▪ Research Venue
▪ Instrument
▪ Data-Gathering Procedures
▪ Data Analysis
.
M ethods
Chapter IV . Presentation, Analysis and
Interpretation of Data
Chapter V. Summary of Findings,
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
▪ Books, Journals, Periodicals
▪ Thesis/Dissertation
▪ On-line Sources
R esults
D iscussion
References (alphabetical)
• Certification and Approval Sheet
• Acknowledgment
• Abstract ( 2-3 pages)
• Table of Contents
• List of Tables
• List of Figures
▪ Abstract (100 – 250 words)
▪ Keywords

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Dr. Fe R. Ochotorena Module 1 Methods of Research
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Choosing a Topic
Research
Topic
What do I know about the chosen
topic?
What should I know about the
chosen topic?
What do previous literature say
about the chosen topic

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Dr. Fe R. Ochotorena Module 1 Methods of Research
Factors to consider in Choosing the Topic
❑ Problem Identification
Problem identification is the first step to conduct research, it requires skills to formulate a
research topic based on a research problem. The majority of the students randomly pick a topic
and start doing research; however, this is the wrong approach. You cannot reach a destination
without knowing its route map (Virtual Education Library.