Q2 Examination

Question 1

• a summary document of a project proposal that tells what the project is all about, the reasons for conducting the project and how it will be carried out.
• this paper also provides an overview of the project, and help funding agencies eliminate proposals that are likely to be disapproved

Answer 1

Concept Paper

Question 2

Cover Page contains?

Answer 2

• title of the project
• proponent’s name
• contact number/address (optional)
• proponent’s agency
• date of submission

Question 3

Introduction contains?

Answer 3

• short description of proponent’s major accomplishments
• reasons why the funding agency should approve your project

Question 4

Rationale or Background contains?

Answer 4

• state the problem to solve
• state the project’s significance (importance)

Question 5

Project Description contains?

Answer 5

• objective of the project
• methodology (action plan)
• timeline
• anticipated outcome
• how the outcome will be evaluated

Question 6

Projects Needs and Cost contains?

Answer 6

• budget, item description, and amount
• personnel or equipment needed

Question 7

brief explanation; answers the question ‘what does it mean?’

Answer 7

Definition

Question 8

• sentences, verses, quotes. or phrases are taken from a literary or academic work then interpreted and explained in a detailed way
• explanation through analysis by identifying its advantage and disadvantage

Answer 8

Explication

Question 9

• points are organized from a general abstract idea to specific
• we want to eliminate confusions and ambiguity that surrounds the concept

Answer 9

Clarification

Question 10

What are the 3 parts under Definition?

Answer 10

• Informal definition
• Formal definition
• Extended definition

Question 11

• parenthetical explanation (no structure; 1-3 sentences)
• answers the question ‘what does it mean?’
• example: Democracy is a form of government where the power lies in the people

Answer 11

Informal definition

Question 12

• we follow a specific structure: the term + category + qualities/characteristics
• example: democracy is (term) a form of government (category) of the people, by the people, for the people (characteristics)

Answer 12

Formal definition

Question 13

• more detailed definition (up to one paragraph)
• how to create? compare and contrast, narration, cause and effect
• add details
• example: Democracy is a form of government where the power lies in the people. Compared to other form of government, Democracy is…

Answer 13

Extended definition

Question 14

What does “SMART” stand for?

Answer 14

• specific
• measurable
• accurate
• relevant
• time-bound

Question 15

• is a type of academic writing that presents one’s stand or viewpoint on a particular issue.
• The main objective of writing a (____) is to take part in a larger debate by stating your arguments and proposed course of action`

Answer 15

Position Paper

Question 16

What are the 4 Characteristics of a good Position Paper?

Answer 16

• Has a clear purpose
• Has a focused and limited topic
• Is organized and orderly
• Is factual and reliable

Question 17

• is an informative piece of writing concerning a particular person, place, situation, plan, etc.
• It is addressed to one’s superior/colleagues, members of a committee, etc., and is written in response to a request or instruction.
• is a written document that presents the results of an investigation, project or initiative.
• can also be an in-depth analysis of a particular issue or data set. The purpose of a report is to inform, educate and present options and recommendations for future action.

Answer 17

REPORT

Question 18

What are the 4 Types of Reports?

Answer 18

• Assessment Report
• Informative Report
• Proposal Report
• Survey Report

Question 19

• Aim at evaluating the positive and/or negative features of a person, place, plan, etc. They also include your opinion and/or recommendation
• is a written record concerning the context and results of an ____.

Answer 19

ASSESSMENT REPORTS

Question 20

• Present information about a meeting, progress made on a project, etc.
• Informational reports are important because they provide an organization’s decision-makers with the facts they need to make informed decisions on various important aspects.
• Research Report
• Financial Report
• Laboratory Report

Answer 20

INFORMATIVE REPORTS

Question 21

• A written document that wants to **convince the reader to take a specific action. **
• In a basic form, a ____ is a document that aims to convince the reader to implement a proposed plan or authorize a proposed project.

Answer 21

PROPOSAL REPORTS

Question 22

Present and analyze the results /findings of research (information gathered from door-to-door surveys/questionnaires) concerning reactions to a product, plan, etc., including general assessment, conclusions and suggestions or recommendation(s).

Answer 22

SURVEY REPORTS

Question 23

• is a method of gathering information from a sample of people, traditionally with the intention of generalizing the results to a larger population.
• Usually used by researchers to study issues affecting a large population, survey research requires data-gathering techniques such as face-to-face interview, telephone interview, and questionnaire.

Answer 23

SURVEY

Question 24

research method used for collecting data from a predefined group of respondents or “informants/representatives” to gain information and insights into various topics of interest.

Answer 24

SURVEY

Question 25

• The costliest/expensive in terms of time and money.
• Allows a direct interface between the research or data gatherer.
• Interviewers can explain complex issues and explore unanticipated responses.

Answer 25

FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEWS

Question 26

• Are cheaper and quicker than face-to-face interviews.
• Uses telephone/smartphone to gather data from respondents.
• They also allow the interviewer to explain questions and react to responses.
• Personal observation is not possible.
• Some respondents may feel that the survey call, like a telemarketer’s call, is an invasion of personal time. This would inhibit honest, thoughtful answers.

Answer 26

PHONE INTERVIEWS

Question 27

• The cheapest way to reach a lot of people. It is a type of instrument in which the respondents are asked to express their views, opinions, or knowledge using a scale.
• It also allows respondents to remain anonymous, probably the questionnaire’s strongest advantage.
• Response rate may be low and this can lead to biased results.
• Poorly constructed questions can lead to inaccurate results.

Answer 27

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