Research II Lesson 1
Research II Lesson 1
Analysis, Implementation
and Documentation
Dr. Christy M. Desades
Teacher In-charge
Module 1
• Module 1 introduces the
context of research that
people undertake to find out
things in a systematic way. To
find things out in a systematic
way, thereby increasing their
knowledge on the concepts
and nature of research.
Let’s have our Pre Test
Instruction: Select the best answer from the given
choices. Choose only the letter and write it on the
space provided before each number.
____ 1. Research is ____________________.
a. Searching again and again
b. Finding solution to any problem
c. Working in a scientific way to search for truth of any problem
d. None of the above
• ____ 2. Knowledge based on a systematic collection and analysis of data is
a. Belief
b. Tradition
c. Research
d. Personal experience
• ____ 3. Which of the following types of research tests that usefulness of scientific
theories in a given field?
a. Basic research
b. Applied research
c. Action research
d. Evaluation research
• ____ 4. Classify the type of research likely conducted in the following study
entitled “Assessment of Math Achievement in Computer – Assisted Instructional
Classrooms”.
a. Action research
b. Applied research
c. Basic research
d. Evaluation research
• ____ 5. Action research is a variation of which of the following type of research?
a. Applied research
b. Basic research
c. Evaluation research
d. Experimental research
Lesson 1.1: The Nature of
Research
• Learning Objectives
• At the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
• Explain what is research.
• Identify the types of research.
• Discuss the importance of research.
Learning Activities
(Activating Prior Knowledge)
• What is Research?
Research means searching for a theory, for testing theory,
or for solving a problem. It means that something exists
that needs investigation and inquiry which later has to be
solved.
What is Research?
• Research is defined in various ways – for one, “to search
again, to take another moore careful look, to find out
more” (Selltiz, et. al., 1976). This means that research is a
practical way of discovering answers and solutions to
existing problems. As one goes into the research process,
questions arise.
•
What is Research?
• Research may also be defined as simply “a systematic
quest for undiscovered truth” (Leedy, 1974). Hence, it is
the search for an answer to an unanswered question.
• “Research is a systematic attempt to provide answers
to questions” (Tuckman, 1972). It is a systematic attempt
to obtain adequate solutions to problems.
PURPOSE OF RESEARCH
3. Research gathers new knowledge and data from primary and secondary
sources.
• It places emphasis upon the discovery of the principal principles. It goes beyond
subjects and situations that are being investigated. With the use of valid sampling
procedures, research infers qualities of the entire population used in the study.
4. Research endeavors to organize data in quantitative (measurable) terms if
possible and to express these data in numerical measures.
• A sound conclusion must be arrived at by the presentation of significant findings.
CHARACTERISTICS OF RESEARCH
• A. BASED ON
INQUIRY
• Rationalistic
• Naturalistic
1. Rationalistic
Rationalistic inquiries are the established traditional systems in systematic
inquiry. The rationalistic inquiry begins with an existing theory. Formal
instruments are used in categorizing the basis for collecting data and
transforming these data in quantitative measures. Findings are generalized. The
problem is converted into dependent and independent variables after which the
researcher develops strategies and instruments to control relationships between
and among naturally occurring variables. Once the steps of the research design
are completed, the researcher returns to the theory formulated to interpret the
results.
2. Naturalistic