SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL-Practical Research 1: A. Most Essential Learning Competency (MELC)

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- Practical Research 1
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I. LEARNING SKILLS
A. Most Essential Learning Competency (MELC)
Provide examples of research in areas of interest
B. Objectives
1. Identify the kinds of research across fields or disciplines
2. Cite benefits of research
II. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT
Kinds of Research Across Fields

There are different kinds of research that are being used in different fields or
disciplines. If you decide to use the quantitative method, you also have options to choose from:
you can use the descriptive method, the correlational study, a combination of descriptive and
correlational, the experimental method, the historical research, market research and many
more. These kinds of research will be discussed in detail when you reach your Practical
Research 2.
However, here is a brief overview of what these research methods are.
The Descriptive Method

Descriptive research describes the phenomena being studied. It addresses the “what”
question. Data are gathered and descriptive statistics are then used to analyze such data.
Thus, descriptive research considers one variable at a time (i.e., univariate analysis), and is
typically the entry-level type of research in a new area of inquiry. It typically describes what
appears to be happening and what the important variables seem to be.
The Correlational Research

Correlational research determines the relations among two or more variables. Data are
gathered from multiple variables and correlational statistical techniques are then applied
to the data. Thus, correlational research is a bit more complicated than descriptive research.
After the important variables have been identified, the relations among those variables are
investigated. Correlational research investigates a range of factors, including the nature of the
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relationship between two or more variables and the theoretical model that might be developed
and tested to explain these resulting correlations.
Correlation does not imply causation. Thus, correlational research can only enable the
researcher to make weak causal inferences at best. Correlational research can be bivariate,
meaning two variables in which one variable is known as an independent variable (or input
variable) and the second variable as a dependent variable (or outcome variable). Bivariate
correlations provide information about both the strength of the relationship, from no
correlation to perfectly correlated .
The regression analysis may be used in predicting a single dependent variable or
outcome. The relations among the variables or predictors are used to develop a prediction
model. The multivariate correlation determines the correlation between multiple independent
variables and a single dependent variable.
The Experimental Method

In experimental research, the researcher manipulates one or more independent or
grouping variables, (e.g., by comparing treatment conditions, such as an intervention group
vs. a control group) and then observes the impact of that manipulation on one or more
dependent or outcome variables (e.g., student achievement or motivation). The statistical
method of analysis is typically some form of the analysis of variance. Experimental research
includes (a) true experiments (in which individuals are randomly assigned to conditions or
groups, such as method of instruction or counseling) and (b) quasi-experiments (in which
individuals cannot be randomly assigned as they are already in a condition or group, such as
gender, socioeconomic status or classroom). The basic question to be posed in experimental
research concerns the extent a particular intervention causes a particular outcome. Thus,
experimental studies are those in which strong causal inferences are most likely to be drawn.
The Historical Research
The historical method is employed by researchers who are interested in reporting
events and/or conditions that occurred in the past. This is for the purpose of establishing facts
in order to arrive at conclusions concerning past events or predict future events.
The Market Research
Market research is any organized effort to gather information about target markets or
customers. Market research provides important information to identify and analyze customer
satisfaction, the market need, market size and competition. Market research, which
includes social and opinion research, is the systematic gathering and interpretation of
information about individuals or organizations using statistical and analytical methods and
techniques of the applied social sciences to gain insight or support decision making.
Feasibility Study
A feasibility study is an analysis of the ability to complete a project successfully,
considering legal, economic, technical, scheduling, marketing, environmental and other
factors. Rather than just diving into a project and hoping for the best, a feasibility study allows
project managers to investigate the possible negative and positive outcomes of a project
before investing too much time and money.

III. ACTIVITIES
Practice Task 1
Directions: Read and analyze the following. Match Column A with Column B.
Column A Column B
1. This research design is an analysis of the a. Experimental Method
ability to complete a project successfully.
2. It describes the phenomena being studied. b. Feasibility Study
3. In this kind of research, the researcher

manipulates one or more variables and observes c. Historical Research
the impact on other variables.
4. This design determines the relations among d. Descriptive Method

two or more variables.
5. In this method, researchers study the events/ e. Correlational Research

conditions that happened in the past.
Practice Task 2
Direction: Decide on what type of research you would do to gather data to solve the
following problems:
Situations/Problems
Type of Research
What type of research would you do if you want to
know…
1. if makahiya leaf has an antibiotic effect
2. if the customers are satisfied with the services of

a food chain
3. which is a better teaching strategy, the case

study method or the demonstration method
4. labor demand analysis for the next five years
5. life among folks before the volcanic eruption

around Mt. Pinatubo
6. if the color of lipstick determines a woman’s

decision-making process

7. if garlic is better antibiotic than penicillin
8. if salaries and benefits contribute to job

satisfaction
9. if smoking affects the level of anxiety
10. stellar evolution: how stars are formed and

eventually die
Practice Task 3
Directions: Read the following research topics and identify the field of inquiry/interest
to which it belongs. Choose from the choices inside the box. Write only the letter of your
answer.
A. Crime and Law B. Psychology C. Business

D. Media and Communications E. Health and Medicine
_______1. Exercise and Fitness _______4. Drug Legalization

_______2. Franchising _______5. Social Media
_______3. Online Retailing _______6. Intelligence Tests
B. ASSESSMENT
Directions: Write at least 2 benefits brought by the results of research in the following fields
of inquiry. You may be as specific as possible.
1. Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

a. ____________________________________________________________
b. ____________________________________________________________
2. Health and Medicine
a. ____________________________________________________________
b. ____________________________________________________________
3. Law and Criminology
a. ____________________________________________________________
b. ____________________________________________________________
IV. REFLECTION/COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS
Directions: What did you learn from this lesson? Are there any clarifications which need to
be addressed? Write your answer on your answer sheet.

V. REFERENCES
Cristobal, A. P. & Cristobal M. C. D. (2017). Practical research for senior high school.
Quezon City, Manila: C & E Publishing, Inc.
Jerusalem, V. L., Garcia, M. D. R., Palencia, J. M. & Palencia, M. M. (2017). Practical

Research 1: Basics of qualitative research. Sampaloc, Manila: Fastbooks
Matira, M. D. (2016). Practical research for the 21st Century Learners. Sampaloc,
Manila: St. Augustine Publications, Inc.
Prepared by:
JENNY M. BUENCONSEJO
Teacher II, Tabaco National High School
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JASON C. BORABO PAUL BRYAN BRON
Teacher III, Mayon Elementary School Master Teacher I, Basud Elementary School
Quality Assurance Team:

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Master Teacher II, Tabaco National High School Principal II, San Antonio National High School
LAARNIE G. BALIN
Master Teacher I, Tabaco National High School
LANY M. ABAINZA JEANETTE M. ROMBLON

Education Program Supervisor, English Education Program Supervisor, English
SDO Tabaco City SDO Masbate City

VI. Answer Key
Practice Task 1
1. b 2. d 3. a 4. e 5. c
Practice Task 2
1. experimental research 6. correlational research

2. market research 7. experimental research
3. experimental research 8. correlational research
4. feasibility study 9. correlational research
5. historical research 10. descriptive method
Practice Task 3
1. e 2. c 3. c 4. a 5. d 6. b
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- Practical Research 1

Student’s Name: Grade / Section:

II. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT

Kinds of Research Across Fields

The Descriptive Method

The Correlational Research

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The Experimental Method

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2. It describes the phenomena being studied. b. Feasibility Study

3. In this kind of research, the researcher

4. This design determines the relations among d. Descriptive Method

5. In this method, researchers study the events/ e. Correlational Research

1. if makahiya leaf has an antibiotic effect

2. if the customers are satisfied with the services of

3. which is a better teaching strategy, the case

4. labor demand analysis for the next five years

5. life among folks before the volcanic eruption

6. if the color of lipstick determines a woman’s

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8. if salaries and benefits contribute to job

9. if smoking affects the level of anxiety

10. stellar evolution: how stars are formed and

A. Crime and Law B. Psychology C. Business

_______1. Exercise and Fitness _______4. Drug Legalization

1. Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

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Jerusalem, V. L., Garcia, M. D. R., Palencia, J. M. & Palencia, M. M. (2017). Practical

Quality Assurance Team:

LANY M. ABAINZA JEANETTE M. ROMBLON

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1. experimental research 6. correlational research

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