Week 5-6: identifying the inquiry and stating the problem

Question 1

factors or stimuli that directly affect or cause changes to the independent variables.

Answer 1

independent variables

Question 2

factors affected or changed by the independent variable(s)

Answer 2

dependent variables

Question 3

Basis for future research
Acquire new knowledge
Develop or refine theories
Not immediately applicable to solve problem
Researches done in laboratories or via computer simulation

Answer 3

Basic/pure research

Question 4

Derive knowledge
Apply theories
Immediate solution
Researches done in real-life settings such as schools, hospitals, etc

Answer 4

applied research

Question 5

governs the entire study. It is usually in a statement form that introduces the general problem of the research.

Answer 5

major problem

Question 6

must contribute to development of the whole research problem or topic.

Answer 6

specific questions

Question 7

identifies the possibilities to which to which the study becomes manageable in terms of issues, respondents, and time

Answer 7

the scope

Question 8

refers to the areas which the researcher does not intend to include in the study.

Answer 8

delimination

Question 9

pertains to the restrictions identified by the researcher that may affect the outcome of the study but over which he/she has little or no control, but are anticipated

Answer 9

limitation

Question 10

Individuals, groups or communities who may be placed in a more advantageous position on account of the study.

Answer 10

beneficiaries

Question 11

the possible causes of the problems discovered, the possible effects of the problems, and the remedial measures to solve the problems. It can also be the good points of a system which out to be continued or to be improved if possible

Answer 11

possible implications

Question 12

the parts of a research paper

Answer 12

A.Research Title
B.Statement of the Problem
C.Scope and Delimitations
D.Significance of the Study