Study Guide in Research

Module 1: Introduction to Research

Topic 1: Research: Its Nature, Types, and Role in Development
Schedule: September 14-18, 2020

Topic 2: The Research Process

Schedule: September 21-23, 2020

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

1. define research;
2. explain its role and functions;
3. illustrate the value of research in development and decision-making; and
4. analyze the research process

Integration of Core Values and Biblical Principles: Social Holiness

There are things in life that happen unprecedentedly. People ask questions and find solutions to
life’s challenges and uncertainties not only for themselves but for the benefits of others. This
reminds us of the value of social holiness that makes us aware of others, compassion, and proactive
to the needs of our neighbors and findings answers to life’s questions to make the world a better
place not only for ourselves but for everyone.

Introduction:

Research is an integral part of the teaching-learning process. It is known as the process of

developing new knowledge, testing knowledge, and applying knowledge. Research is a scientific
process of investigating solutions to identified problems to improve one’s life. It plays an
indispensable role in nation-building, educational reforms, and improving human lives. Research
enables us to transcend and helps us to make sense of how and why a situation exists. This unit
helps you to understand the beauty and power of research in education and our lives. It presents
the definition of research, its uses and functions in development, its process, and an overview of
different types of research and research methods.

Learning Activities and Resources:

The following are the links to other learning resources for your further reading process.
 1. https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?
article=1002&context=oa_textbooks#:~:text=The%20scientific%20method%2C
%20as%20applied,action%20research%2C%20and%20so%20forth.
2. https://www.sagepub.com/sites/default/files/upm-
binaries/36584_01_Koshy_et_al_Ch_01.pdf
3. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/275838650_Problems_Teachers_Face_Whe
n_Doing_Action_Research_and_Finding_Possible_Solutions
4. https://www.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:615981/FULLTEXT01.pdf
5. https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?
article=1002&context=oa_textbooks#:~:text=The%20scientific%20method%2C
%20as%20applied,action%20research%2C%20and%20so%20forth.

Body/Lesson Proper

Read: Learning Activity 1

For modules 1 and 2, I want you to read the uploaded Reading Material 1 by Fely P. David,
pages 3-16. Reading Material 1.pdf. (See the uploaded file)
The following are the guide questions that you may answer during the reading process:
Content Questions:
1. What is research?
2. What are the different types of research?
3. What are the different steps in the research process?
Unit Questions:
1. How research plays a significant role in development?
2. How can research be used in improving the quality of life of people?
3. How would you differentiate the general types of research from each other?
Essential Questions:
1. How do we make sense of the world?
2. Why our situations exist?

David discussed the definition of research as a systematic process of gathering and

analyzing data to find an answer to a question or test an existing theory. People have a lot of
questions in mind and some are trying to find answers to them. However, finding answers
to any problem or question that is not systematically made, cannot be considered
“research”. She also talked about the value of research to various fields and disciplines and
its powerful contribution to improving the quality of life. Part of her discussion is the role of
research in the development where the primary goal of any innovation is to make the life of
human beings better. It was also tackled the general types of research such as descriptive,
explanatory, and experimental research. Other important concepts are presented like the
research methods and other types of research. Lastly, it was discussed the process of
research work regardless of type or method. Research starts with problem identification,
formulating a hypothesis, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting and drawing
conclusions, and reporting of results.

Reflect: Learning Activity 2. Make a two-paragraph reflective essay. Please be guided with
the given unit and essential questions in writing your essay.
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Respond: Learning Activity 3. Listed below are research questions. What type of research
can best answer each? Justify your answer.
1. What do students think are the least popular courses in the high school curriculum and
why?
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2. What is sexual harassment to high school boys and girls?
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3. What are the problems that the elderly confined in a nursing home experience and how
do they cope with their problems?
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4. Can gender sensitivity training improve men's views about the family and their
behavior at home about their spouses and children?
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 5. Does the gender of a counselor affect the counselees' response to counseling?
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Scenario-Based Learning Activity. Please read carefully and critically the scenario.
Ms. Dela Cruz is a teacher at Maligaya College teaching Mathematics. From her 10 years
of teaching mathematics, she became curious if the Basic Calculus grade of a basic
education graduate under the K-12 curriculum under the STEM strand has something to
do with their skills in general mathematics. In her class, she asked her students their final
grade in Basic Calculus. At the end of the semester, she correlates the Basic Calculus
grade of her students to their final grades in General Mathematics.

What type of research does she employ? Explain your answer.

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Summary/Conclusion

Research is a careful and systematic process of collecting and analyzing data to find an answer to a
question or a problem, to validate or test existing knowledge. Research improves human ways of
living and solves existing problems. It is a scientific process that requires well-defined procedures.
Solving problems requires an appropriate research design and method. As a researcher, it is
important to be aware and knowledgeable about the nature and basic concepts of research to do it
efficiently and effectively.

References:

Lavina, et. al. (2016). Outcomes-Based Practical Guide to Thesis and Capstone Project in Writing in
Computing. Minshapers Co. Inc.
Lavina, et. al. (2016). Outcomes-Based Practical Guide to Thesis and Capstone Project in Writing in
Computing. Minshapers Co. Inc.
David, Fely. (2002). Understanding and Doing Research: A Handbook for Beginners. Panorama
Printing Inc.
De Leon, D.M. (2019). Action Research for beginners in classroom-based contexts. LORIMAR
PUBLISHING, INC.
Bondoc, V. et. al. (2014). Action Research made easy (A Practical Guide to the Preparation of Action
Research in Education). Quezon City. LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC.