Research Process and

Problem
Research Process

 The steps in the research

process are essentially
the same as those in the
scientific method.
Identification of a
Research Problem
 evaluation criteria used to judge
the success of the research is the
significance of the identified
problem.
 The statement of the problem
sets the objectives or goals of
the study. It also states the
sub-problems.
Checklist of Guidelines in Selecting
a Research Topic
Criteria Yes/No
1. Is the problem interesting?  
2. Will the research contribute to the solution of socio-economically  
important problems?
3. Will the research generate new information?  
4. Is the research novel?  
5. Do I have the skills or knowledge necessary to conduct the research or  
can I learn them within the time I have?
6. Is the research feasible in terms of:  
a. time required to finish the research?  
b. expense involved in conducting the research?  
c. availability of materials for experimentation?  
d. accessibility of materials for experimentation?  
e. risks and hazards involved in conducting the experiment?  
7. Is the research reproducible?  
 Effects of Varying Temperatures and
Concentrations on the Index of Refraction of
Sugar Solution
The main objective of the study is to find the effects of temperature
and concentration on the index of refraction of sugar solution.
Specifically, this study seeks to find the effects of (a) varying
temperatures on the index of refraction of sugar solution, and (b)
varying concentrations on the index of refraction of sugar solution.
Formulation of a Hypothesis

 A hypothesis is a tentative solution/answer to a research question or

problem. It may be based on factual knowledge, experiences, and
observations. Likewise, a hypothesis can be defined as a possible
answer to a problem based on gathered information.
Review of Related Literature

 By reading through various publications and surfing the

internet, we become aware of the previous works already
done.
Preparation of a Research Design

 It specifies not only the resources needed for the study but
also indicates how the resources will be utilized to answer
the problem.
Actual Experimentation

 An experiment is an activity that generates observations or

data which, upon processing and analysis, result to the
solution of the research problem or generate further
studies.
Data Analysis and Interpretation

 Data gathered are organized into tables and graphs

before they are analyzed using statistical methods.
Formulation of a Conclusion

 A conclusion summarizes the significant results of the

experiment.
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