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    Project MIMs

    Grade 12 – Practical Research 2

    G12 MIMs LCs 4 - 5


    CHOOSING A RESEARCH TOPIC & WRITING A RESEARCH TITLE
    Learning Competencies:
    • designs a research used in daily life
    • writes a research title

    Objectives:
    • choose a research topic relating to own field of endeavor;
    • write a research title concerning one’s field of specialization

    REMEMBER:

    RESEARCH TOPIC

    A research topic is a subject or issue that a researcher is interested in when


    conducting research. A well-defined research topic is the starting point of every successful
    research project. Choosing a topic is an ongoing process by which researchers explore,
    define, and refine their ideas.

    ENLIGHTEN:

    CHOOSING A RESEARCH TOPIC

    The ability to develop a good research topic is an important skill. Researchers may
    be assigned with a specific topic, but most often they are required to select own topic of
    interest. When deciding on a topic, there are a few things that researchers will need to do:

    • brainstorm for ideas


    • choose a topic that will enable you to read and understand the literature
    • ensure that the topic is manageable, and that material is available
    • make a list of key words
    • be flexible
    • define your topic as a focused research question
    • research and read more about your topic
    • formulate a thesis statement

    Be aware that selecting a good topic may not be easy. It must be narrow and focused
    enough to be interesting, yet broad enough to find adequate information. Use the steps
    below to guide you through the process of selecting a research topic.

    Step 1: Brainstorm for Ideas

    Choose a topic that interests you. Use the following questions to help generate topic
    ideas.

    • Do you have a strong opinion on a current social or political controversy?


    • Did you read or see a news story recently that has piqued your interest or made you
    angry or anxious?
    • Do you have a personal issue, problem, or interest that you would like to know more
    about?
    • Are you interested in current events, government, politics, or the social sciences?
    • Are you interested in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics?
    • Are you interested in the Humanities; art, literature, or music?
    • Are you interested in accountancy, business, or management?
    Write down any key words or concepts that may be of interest to you. Be aware of
    overused ideas when deciding a topic. Avoid topics such as, abortion, gun control, teen
    pregnancy, or suicide unless you feel you have a unique approach to the topic.

    Step 2: Read General Background Information

    Read a general information database article on the top two or three topics you are
    considering. Reading a broad summary enables you to get an overview of the topic and see
    how your idea relates to broader, narrower, and related issues. It also provides a great
    source for finding words commonly used to describe the topic. These keywords may be very
    useful to your later research. If you cannot find an article on your topic, try using broader
    terms.

    Step 3: Focus on Your Topic

    Keep it manageable. A topic will be very difficult to research if it is too broad or


    narrow. One way to narrow a broad topic such as "the environment" is to limit your topic.
    Some common ways to limit a topic are:

    • by geographical area
    Example: What environmental issues are most important in the Philippines?

    • by culture
    Example: How does the environment fit into the Philippine point of view?

    • by time frame:
    Example: What are the most prominent environmental issues of the last 10 years?

    • by discipline
    Example: How does environmental awareness effect business practices today?

    • by population group
    Example: What are the effects of air pollution on senior citizens?

    Remember that a topic may be too difficult to research if it is too:

    • locally confined - Topics this specific may only be covered in these (local) newspapers,
    if at all.

    Example: What sources of pollution affect the Philippine water supply?

    • recent - If a topic is quite recent, books or journal articles may not be available, but
    newspaper or magazine articles may. Also, Web sites related to the topic may or may
    not be available.

    • broadly interdisciplinary - You could be overwhelmed with superficial information.


    Example: How can the environment contribute to the culture, politics, and society of the
    Philippines?

    • popular - You will only find very popular articles about some topics such as sports figures
    and high-profile celebrities and musicians.

    Step 4: Make a List of Useful Keywords

    Keep track of the words that are used to describe your topic.

    • Look for words that best describe your topic


    • Look for them in when reading encyclopedia articles and background and general
    information
    • Find broader and narrower terms, synonyms, key concepts for key words to widen your
    search capabilities
    • Make note of these words and use them later when searching databases

    Step 5: Be Flexible

    It is common to modify your topic during the research process. You can never be
    sure of what you may find. You may find too much and need to narrow your focus, or too
    little and need to broaden your focus. This is a normal part of the research process. When
    researching, you may not wish to change your topic, but you may decide that some other
    aspect of the topic is more interesting or manageable.

    Keep in mind the assigned length of the research paper, project, bibliography, or
    other research assignment. Be aware of the depth of coverage needed and the due date.
    These important factors may help you decide how much and when you will modify your topic.

    Step 6: Define Your Topic as a Focused Research Question

    You will often begin with a word, develop a more focused interest in an aspect of
    something relating to that word, then begin to have questions about the topic.

    For example:

    • Ideas = Frank Lloyd Wright or modern architecture


    • Research Question = How has Frank Lloyd Wright influenced modern architecture?
    • Focused Research Question = What design principles used by Frank Lloyd Wright are
    common in contemporary homes?

    Step 7: Research and Read More About Your Topic

    Use the key words you have gathered to research in the catalog, article databases,
    and Internet search engines. Find more information to help you answer your research
    question.

    You will need to do some research and reading before you select your final topic.
    Remember, selecting a topic is an important and complex part of the research process.

    Step 8: Formulate a Thesis Statement

    Write your topic as a thesis statement. This may be the answer to your research
    question and/ or a way to clearly state the purpose of your research. Your thesis statement
    will usually be one or two sentences that states precisely what is to be answered, proven, or
    what you will inform your audience about your topic.

    The development of a thesis assumes there is sufficient evidence to support the


    thesis statement.

    For example, a thesis statement could be:

    Frank Lloyd Wright's design principles, including his use of ornamental detail and his sense
    of space and texture opened a new era of American architecture. His work has influenced
    contemporary residential design.

    The title of your paper may not be exactly the same as your research question or
    your thesis statement, but the title should clearly convey the focus, purpose and meaning of
    your research.
    For example, a title could be:

    Frank Lloyd Wright: Key Principles of Design for the Modern Home

    WRITING A RESEARCH TITLE

    The title of your paper is the first thing that the readers will see, and they will
    immediately form a view on what to expect from your research paper. If the title does not
    appeal to the readers, they will not read any further. It is therefore important to write a clear,
    persuasive title that communicates what your study is about and engages the interests of
    the reader.

    Let us first understand what makes a good research paper title. A good title is
    expected to do the following:

    • Capture the essence of the paper


    • Be accurate and specific, not overly general
    • Not contain unnecessary, distracting details
    • Be comprehensible to a broad academic readership
    • Engage readers and generate curiosity

    To write a good title for a quantitative paper, you should follow these steps:

    STEP 1

    Ask yourself these questions and make note of the answers:

    • What is my paper about?


    My paper studies whether X therapy improves the cognitive function of patients suffering
    from dementia.

    • What techniques/ designs were used?


    It was a randomized trial.

    • Who/what is studied?
    I studied 40 cases from six cities in Japan.

    • What were the results?


    There was an improvement in the cognitive function of patients.

    STEP 2

    Use your answers to list key words.

    • X therapy
    • Randomized trial
    • Dementia
    • 6 Japanese cities
    • 40 cases
    • Improved cognitive function

    STEP 3

    Create a sentence that includes the key words you listed.

    This study is a randomized trial that investigates whether X therapy improved cognitive
    function in 40 dementia patients from 6 cities in Japan; it reports improved cognitive function.
    (Current length: 28 words)

    STEP 4

    Delete all unnecessary/ repetitive words and link the remaining.

    This study is a randomized trial that investigates whether X therapy improved cognitive
    function in 40 dementia patients from 6 cities in Japan; it reports improved cognitive
    function Randomized trial of X therapy for improving cognitive function in 40 dementia
    patients from 6 cities in Japan

    (Length of revised title: 18 words)

    STEP 5

    Delete non-essential information and reword the title.

    Randomized trial of X therapy for improving cognitive function in 40 dementia patients from
    6 cities in Japan reports improved cognitive function Randomized trial of X therapy for
    improving cognitive function in 40 dementia patients

    (Length of finalized title: 13 words)

    OR

    Include a subtitle

    X therapy improves cognitive function in 40 dementia patients: A randomized trial

    (Title length: 12 words)

    Following the steps outlined above will help you arrive at an effective title for your
    research paper.

    LET’S TRY:

    Instructions: Write your comprehensive learning about the following.

    1. What are the processes to be considered in choosing a research topic?


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    2. What are the steps in writing a research title?


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    REINFORCEMENT:

    Instructions: Enumerate fifteen (15) possible research topics that might be used for your
    final requirement in this course (Practical Research 2) by considering the
    learning that you have in this module. Then, provide justifications on why you
    have come up with those topics which are relating to your field of endeavor/
    specialization. And finally, write a research title for every topic that you have
    given. Use the format below.

    No. Topic Justification Research Title

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    Challenge!

    Find ten (10) different research titles and identify the main topic of the said studies.
    Critique the topics and research titles based on the learning you gained about
    choosing a research topic and writing a research title in this module. Follow the
    format below.

    No. RESEARCH TITLE Remarks Research Topic Remarks

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    Prepared by:

    MR. JESTER G. DE LEON


    Master Teacher I, MNHS – SHS

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