Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion, Lecture notes of English

Download Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion and more Lecture notes English in PDF only on Docsity! a Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion Quarter 1- Module 2: Identifying the Problem and Asking the Question      What I need to Know It deals with identifying the inquiry and stating of the problem. It walks the students towards designing a research project related to daily life, describing justifications or reasons for conducting the research stating the background of the problem, presenting the Conceptual Framework, stating the Research Hypothesis, presenting a written statement of the problem, asserting the definition of terms, stating the Importance of the study, and determining scope and delimitation of the study. This module has 7 lessons: 1. Background of the problem 2. Conceptual Framework 3. Research Hypothesis (for Quantitative Research) 4. Statement of the Problem 5. Importance of the study 6. Scope and limitations of the study 7. Definition of terms What you are expected to learn?   After going completed this module, you are able and expected to: 1. Explain the background of the study 2. Formulate the conceptual framework 3. Formulate clearly statement of research problem 4. State research definition of terms 5. Write a statement of the problem showing the following parts: v Importance of the study v Scope and delimitation of the study Overview 3is 1     11. According to her a conceptual framework is a bit like a recipe or a blueprint. A. Maria Marie Florenda B. Maria Magic C. Maria Magher D. Maria June Mandela 12. A part of research that is necessary in the theoretical and conceptual framework. A. Dependable Variable B. Independent Variable C. Dependent Variable D. Independent Variable and Dependent Variable 13. The section of thestudy thatprovides information to the reader on how the study will contribute. A. Significance of the study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Operational Definition D. Glossary of terminology 14. The Theoretical and Conceptual Framework provides. A. Substantiation B. Evidence C. Confirmation D. All of the above 15. The part of your studyis intended to assist you in understanding commonly used terms and concepts when reading, interpreting, and evaluating scholarly research in the social sciences. A. Background of the Study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Glossary of Research Terms D. Significance of the Study 4     What’s New After you have carefully written your previous activities and perhaps ran it through your associates though a many of times. While there are many elements for your readers is the background of the study. The background of your study will provide context to the information discussed throughout the research process. The background information of your study may include both important and relevant studies. Furthermore, the background of the study will deliberate your statement of the problem, rationale, and research questions. It links the introduction to your research study and guarantees a logical flow of ideas. Thus, it helps readers understand and comprehend your reasons and explanations for conducting the study. Sample Background of the study: GRADE 11 STUDENTS’ LEVEL OF AWARENESS ON THE 3R’S METHOD IN UTILIZING NON-BIODEGRADABLE WASTE IN LA SALLE UNIVERSITY In today’s generation, a lot of problems have been emerging in our society and the most common problem that humans are facing right now is about the environmental concerns, specifically the solid waste which includes the biodegradable and non-biodegradable. Waste can be defined to be as those materials that are no longer needed at some point. Biodegradable waste are those that can be easily decomposed while non-biodegradable waste are those that cannot be broken and decomposed in which these will remain stable indefinitely. Moreover, non-biodegradable waste brings problem to our environment Background of the Problem  Less on 1 5     WHAT’S MORE Writing Exercise: On the different parts of the Background of the Problem 1. On the topic that you have chosen, write a Background of the Problem based on the things you’ve learned on the topic provided. What’s New Researchers create and generate theoretical and conceptual frameworks that comprise a philosophical and methodological model to help and aid to design their work. A conceptual framework is an analytical tool with several variations and contexts that can be applied in different categories of work where an overall picture is needed in order to come up with the desired goal. It is necessary to make conceptual and theoretical distinctions and organize ideas. Strong and resilient conceptual frameworks capture and apprehend something real and do this in a way that is easy to remember and apply. Conceptual Framework   Lesso n 2 6     Academic Achievement of 4Ps Pupils-Recipients Demographic Profile of the respondents in terms of: ¥ Age ¥ Gender ¥ Grade Level ¥ Occupation of the parents ¥ Monthly income of the parents ¥ interactive Method Sample Schematic Diagram: Independent Variable Dependent Variable Fig. 1 Schematic Diagram showing the perimeter of the study. 9         What’s More Writing Exercise: Make your own Conceptual Framework. Directions: On the topic that you have chosen, make a Theoretical and Conceptual Framework based on the things that you’ve learn on the lesson using the figure below and make a narrative regarding the relationship of your variables based on the topic you’ve chosen. It is your turn to make your own Conceptual Framework. Independent Variable Dependent Variable Fig. 1 Schematic Diagram showing the perimeter of the study. 10     What’s New Research Hypothesis is vital to all research endeavours, whether qualitative or quantitative, exploratory or explanatory. In developing a testable research hypotheses takes skill, however, along with careful attention to how the proposed research method treats the development and testing of hypotheses. The hypothesis in your study, you are predicting the relationship between two variables. Following are some hints for the formulation of your hypothesis. 1. Be certain to read on the subject matter to explain with it before making a final decision 2. As noted, a research hypothesis is more than just a topic. It has two elements (variables) that are in relation to each other. Your hypothesis is what you propose to “prove” by your research. As a outcome of your research, you will arrive at a conclusion, a theory, or understanding that will be useful or applicable beyond the research itself. 3. Avoid judgmental and critical words in your hypothesis. 4. Your hypothesis must involve an issue or question that cannot be answered exclusively by the discipline of law. 5. Be certain that each term I your hypothesis is clearly understood and defined, do not deal in generalities or assume that the reader knows the meaning of the technical term. Research Hypothesis   Less on 3 11     Let us suppose that in the course of your reading a newspaper, you come across inthe article that interested you that you decided to do a qualitative research on the problem discussed in the article. This is a preliminary procedure which will lead you to a statement of the problem. Directions: 1. Do a close reading of the following article: Tell me what you see: “Am I pretty or ugly?” New York- Sammie, a shy 13-year old from New Jersey, stepped out of the shower and pulled a plain gray T-shirt. She left her hair wet and decided not to apply makeup. Careful not to wake up her family, she looked into the camera and spoke in a low whisper. “People at my school and camp say that I’m the ugliest person they’ve ever seen, “she said,” and that I could be the ugliest person that could ever be living.” “Be honest and tell me if I am ugly or nit,” she continued. “I can take it, but please don’t say really mean stuff.” She titled the video, “Am I ugly or pretty?” and like thousands of other young girls who have made similar videos, uploaded it YouTube. Several months, 72,000 views and more than 2,000 comments later, she was no less insecure about appearance, she said in a telephone interview in December 2013. But she had learned a lot about the cruelty of people. “I don’t like to look at that video anymore,” she said. “It makes me upset 2. You decide to do a qualitative research on this topic of interest and you come up with a specific problem: Presentation of the Formulated Statement of the problem Based on the Feature Article Specific Title of the Study: Narcissism in Teenagers: Root causes, Manifestations and Interventions 14     The different parts of the problem statement will be written as follows: Introduction Taking selfies or video of oneself has become a social phenomenon that has been brought about by the use of modern gadgets, particularly the mobile phone-adolescents take pictures or videos of themselves, their possessions, their latest happenings or gigs, their friends, their food-anything, anyone they take a fancy on, anywhere, anytime. A good number of people say that this social phenomenon has evolved into narcissism. There is, to date, a dearth of research on this topic. Statement of the Problem Major Problem: this study aims to investigate the root causes of narcissism, as well as its manifestations and possible forms of intervention. Specific Problems: Specifically, it seeks to answer the following questions: 1. What are the underlying causes of narcissism? 2. How has technology contributed to narcissistic behavior? 3. What re the manifestations of narcissistic behavior in adolescents? 4. What forms of intervention can be done to address this behavior of adolescents? 5. How can the following help in developing healthy self-esteem, positive outlook and attitudes in adolescents? A. Parents B. Curriculum Planners C. Administrators D. Teachers E. Guidance Counsellors F. Peers, 15     What’s More Writing Exercise: Make your own Statement of the Problem. Directions: 1. Go back on the sample given. 2. Choose another topic and again, write a specific statement or inquiry showing the following: A. Statement of the Problem ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ 16     What’s New   As mentioned in other topics, to broad topics will lead the research nowhere. The scope and delimitation of the study sets borders and limitations of the problem inquiry and narrows down the scope of the inquiry. Examples of Delimitation of Research 1. This study covers only those families in Barangay San Jose, Pasig City, benefited by the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program. 2. This study includes only those English freshman classes that use both Blended Learning and standard ways of Language teaching. Scope and Limitation of the Study Less on 6 19     What’s More Writing Exercise: On the Scope and Limitation of the Study. Directions: 1. Go back on the sample given. 2. On the topic that you’ve chosen, write a specific statement showing the Scope and Limitation of your study. A. Scope and Limitation ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ 20     What’s New Glossary of Research Terms- this glossary is intended to assist you in understanding commonly used terms and concepts when reading, interpreting, and evaluating scholarly research in the social sciences. Types and Functions a. Conceptual Definition Refers to the dictionary meaning. b. Operational Definition Is the meaning of the concept or terms as used in a particular study. Sample Operational Definition of Terms: Conceptual Definition Operational Definition Academic Performance It is the product of education- the degree to which a student, teacher or organization has attained their educational goals. It is dignified by the final grade earned in the course. CCT or Conditional Cash Transfer This is a program that transfers cash, largely to deprived families, on the circumstance that those families make prespecified funds in the human assets of their kids. Definition of Terms   Less on 7 21     POST TEST Multiple Choice: Encircle the letter of the best answer 1. The part of your study is intended to assist you in understanding commonly used terms and concepts when reading, interpreting, and evaluating scholarly research in the social sciences. A. Background of the Study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Glossary of Research Terms D. Significance of the study 2. The part of your study that will provide context to the information discussed throughout the research process. A. Background of the Study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Operational Definition D. Significance of the study 3. The section of the study that provides information to the reader on how the study will contribute. A. Significance of the study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Operational Definition D. Glossary of terminology 4. A part of research that is necessary in the theoretical and conceptual framework. A. Dependable Variable B. Independent Variable C. Dependent Variable D. Independent Variable and Dependent Variable 5. According to her a conceptual framework is a bit like a recipe or a blueprint.. A. Maria Marie Florenda B. Maria Magic C. Maria Magher D. Maria June Mandela 6. The portion of your study that will provide evidence of academic standards and procedure. A. Theory Framework B. Theoretical and Conceptual Framework C. Concept Framework D. None of the above 24     7. It will provide information to the reader on how the study will contribute A. Significance of the study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Operational Definition D. Significance of the study 8. The part of your study that sets boundaries and parameters of the problem inquiry and narrows down the scope of the inquiry. A. Theoretical and Conceptual Framework B. Background of the Study C. Scope and delimitation of the study D. Scope and delimitation of the study 9. It is the meaning of the concept or terms as used in a particular study. A. Conceptual Definition B. Conceptual Definition-Operational C. Operational Definition D. All of the above 10. It is considered as dictionary terminologies. A. Operational Definition B. Conceptual Definition C. Operational-Conceptual Definition D. All of the above 11.They explain clearly the purposes of the problem statement or inquiry. A. Marshall and Rossman B. Marshall Leu and Rose Man C. F.J. Espania and R. E. Fernandez D. None of the above 12.In processing your conceptual which is not included in the steps stated below. A. Conduct a Literature B. Create a Flow chart C. Write a Narrative D. Do not return and revise 13.The part of your states what the researcher expects to find- it is the tentative answer to the research question that guides the entire study. A. Research Significance B. Research Truth C. Research Hypothesis D. Research Operation Definition 25     14.An analytical tool with several variations and contexts. A. Scope and delimitation of the study B. Conceptual Framework C. Significance of the study D. Operational Definition 15.The part of your study that will provide context to the information discussed throughout the research process. A. Background of the Study B. Scope and delimitation of the study C. Operational Definition D. Significance of the study Additional Activities   A. Library Visit and Internet exploration a. Go to a library or do a research in the internet b. Read at least two research c. Do a report on each research. d. End your library visit with the Actual learnings that you have during your library visit and internet exploration. B. Directions: 1. Go back to the writing exercises on the different lessons. 2. On the topic that you’ve chosen, write a specific statement showing the following: A. Background of the Problem/Introduction ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ 26