Lesson 5 Flashcards
Its purpose is to introduce the
research problem, clarify important
variables, discuss its delimitations,
and specify its significance to the
field of the study.
“The Problem” or “The Problem and it’s Background”
What are the 7 essential elements that chapter 1 has to follow?
- Introduction
- Theoretical Framework & Conceptual Framework
- Objectives of the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Scope and Delimitation
- Significance of the Study
- Definition of Terms
This is very important in establishing the
cognitive setting of the research and it involves (a) discussion why there is a need to study the
problem, (b) clarifying the important terminologies for the reader to easily understand what the research is about, and ( c ) establishing the degree of seriousness of the problem which has prompted the research to look for solutions.
Introduction
These are answered by sharing with the readers the reasons why the researchers has decided to look for the solution for
the problem.
(What is the Rationale of the Problem ?)
part of the delimitation of the problem, as it defines the geographic boundaries of the study and implies certain demographic characteristics. It also describes the setting, focus on the peculiarity or uniqueness of the setting.
(What is the Setting of the Problem ?)
This part clarifies and define the terms or variables used in the study. The terms and variables must be clear to the researchers so that he/she can make his/her readers
understand them as well.
(What is the Basic Literature Foundations of the Study ?)
Why is there a need to look for solutions to the
problems? In this aspect, the researcher must see the intensity and magnitude of the problem
( How serious is the chosen research problem?)
This is derived from the general statement of the problem and should be the basis of the enumerated statements of specific problems.
( What is the general objective of the study?)
it must be stressed that the researchers should be totally aware of the purpose of the study.
( What is the overall purpose of the problem?)
a supposition or a system of ideas
intended to explain something, especially
one based on general principles independent
of the thing to be explained.
Theory
a skeleton, a basic structure or
frame of reference designed to support
something
Framework
This is the structure that can hold or support a theory of a research study. This also introduces and describes the theory that explains why the research problem under study exists.
Theoretical Framework
What are the 3 steps in formulating your Theoretical Framework?
- Identify the key Concepts
- Evaluate and Explain Relevant Theories
- Show How your research fits in
In a more complex research studies, some
researchers might combine several theories
in one study.
Theoretical Framework
A tentative explanation of the phenomenon or problem and serves as the basis for the formulation of research hypotheses. This also includes the investigator’s own position on the problem based on the various theories that are related to the topic. It is also the researcher’s new model which has its roots on the
previous models which the researcher has studied.
Conceptual Framework
What are the pointers in writing a Conceptual Framework?
- Familiarize yourself with the objective of the conceptual framework.
- Base the contents of the conceptual framework on your own understanding of the elements and of the relationships of the
research features. - See to it that all aspects of the conceptual framework arerelated to the objective of the research.
This is the Statement of a long-term objective expected to be achieved by the study.
It is usually prefixed by this introductory phrase: “The main objective of this study is to…
Objectives of the Study
This section should BRIEFLY answer the basic
questions
WHAT - the topic and the variables included
WHERE – the venue or setting of the research
WHEN – time frame by which the study was conducted
WHO – participants or respondents, population, and sampling
WHY – general purpose of the study
HOW – the methodology of the research (research design, methods, research instrument)
In this part, the researchers defines who will benefit out of the findings of the study and how they will benefit from it.
Significance of the Study
This are the usual beneficiaries of a research
- Experts concerned about the problem
- Administrators who make decisions or implement programs
- The subjects themselves
- Future researchers
Only terms, words, or phrases which have special or unique meanings or roles in the study are defined. Terms should be arranged alphabetically. Terms should be defined operationally and conceptually.
Definition of Terms
It describes what a construct or word actually means; dictionary meaning
Conceptual Definition
It describes how the particular construct or word was used in the study.
Operational Definition
What does CHIPITS’RC stands for?
C - context
H- How
I - issues
P- population
I - instrument
T- theory
S- sampling
R- results
C- conclusions
