Session 1B Identifying Inquiry and Stating the Problem

Session 1B: Identifying Inquiry and Stating the Problem SHS Mass Training of Teachers, Practical Research 2 Identifying Inquiry and Stating the Problem Standards and Competencies Content Standard: The learner demonstrates understanding of: (1) the range of research topics in area; (2) the value of research in area; and (3) the specificity and feasibility of problem posed. Performance Standard: The learner is able to formulate clearly the statement of the research Learning Competencies The learner… 1. introduces a research useful in daily life; 2. writes a research title; 3. describes background of research; 4. states research questions; 5. cites benefits and beneficiaries of study; 6. indicates scope and delimitation of study; and 7. presents written statement of the problem. Chapter Content Chapter I INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Statement of the Problem Significance of the Study Scope and Delimitation What can be said of the following pictures? What variables can we determine from these pictures? Picturing the ACTIVITY THREE Problem 10 minutes A research topic is the broad subject matter addressed by the study. A research problem is a general educational issue, concern, or controversy addressed in research that narrows the topic. A purpose is the major intent or objective of the study used to address the problem A research question narrows the purpose into specific questions that the researcher would like answered or addressed in the study. What are good sources of researchable problems? 1 Theories to be validated, extended, or modified Seeking a Problem 2 Other studies, particularly through research recommendations 3 National or international trends or situations to be described or improved 4 Real-life problems, issues, experiences, or situations of SHS students Framing the Title What are the standards in writing the research title? A research title must…  Lists key variables  be written in scientific or technical style  be concise (no more than 12 words) and non-repetitive  reflect SHS students’ context  not explicitly provide reference to the research design  Example: EFFECT OF CLASSICAL MUSIC ON THE MATH TEST The Research Title WORKSHOP, STARTING FROM SCRATCH As a group, decide on a researchable topic leading to a quantitative research suited to the level of SHS students: write your research title write your own research title In 10 minutes, This is the description that leads the reader to understanding the research questions and appreciate why they are asked. In writing this section,  Introduce and briefly define the variables under study  cite the most important study or related literature Backgroun d of the Study  be consistent with terms used  ensure that paragraphs summarize unresolved issues, conflicting findings, social concerns, or educational, national, or international issues.  write the last paragraph to highlight the research gap Example background of the study Mathematics is a difficult subject for many students. 7 out of 10 students in public and private secondary schools have negative attitude towards the key subject area (Permito, 2010). In effect, many students perform poorly and get unsatisfactory achievement in mathematics (Yubia, 2011). Backgroun d of the Study Apart from attitude, several other factors have been identified including anxiety. Specifically, Alimangohan and Matutes (2012) found out that of all key subject areas, students showed highest test anxiety levels in mathematics. It is therefore imperative that measures will be developed to help students cope with or overcome anxiety when taking math tests. One promising measure is the use of classical music. A number of studies have shown that music helps alleviate emotional and mental well-being. Apurillo and Maraya (2013) effectively used classical music to eliminate anxiety among language students when they write essays with time pressure. This section contains the purpose statements and the research question(s). In writing this section, follow the prescribed format: “This study (or research) aims to…(make congruent with title).” New paragraph: Statemen t of the Problem “Specifically, this research (or study) seeks to answer the following questions:” Phrase questions with the data to be collected in mind. Answer the questions and rephrase question, if your intended answer does not match the question. ACTIVITY FIVE Example This research aims to determine the effect of classical music on the math test anxiety of Grade 11 students of Anonymous National High School (ANHS). Specifically, it will seek to answer the following questions: 1. What is the level of math test anxiety of: a. Grade 11 students who listened to classical music prior to and during taking the test? b. Grade 11 students who did not listen to any form of music? 2. Is there a significant difference between the levels of math test anxiety of Grade 11 students who listened to classical music and those who did not? Determines the audience who will benefit from a study of the problem and explains how exactly will the results be significant to them. In writing this section,  In paragraph form, cite beneficiaries (e.g., teachers, teacher trainers, educators; curriculum developers, textbook writers; officials of school, division, region, central office; policy makers) of results of study. Significan ce of the Study  For each beneficiary group, specifically describe how it will benefit from the findings.  No need to cite students: understood to benefit from research; not in a position to implement recommendations This presents the coverage of the research in terms of location, time, respondents, etc., and the potential weaknesses or problems with the study identified by the researcher. In writing this section,  cite data collection (period and school year); Scope and Delimitati on  identify schools involved, number of classes, their grade/year level, number of participants (or respondents, subjects), and topics of lessons covered (if applicable).  state inadequate measures of variables, loss or lack of participants, small sample sizes, errors in measurement, and other factors typically related to data collection and analysis. WORKSHOP, CHAPTER ONE Introduction Background of the Study Statement of the Problem Significance of the Study Scope and Delimitation In 35 minutes, write the whole Chapter I of your mock research. End of session 1B. THANK YOU! Revisit the Park n’ Go Area