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    STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE IN DOING RESEARCH - Lesson 1

    What is Research?
    - it is a process of systematic inquiry that entails the collection of data/ information
    and interpretation of that data/information, in accordance with suitable
    methodologies specific professional fields and academic disciplines.
    Research is conducted to…
    - Evaluate the validity of a hypothesis or an interpretive framework.
    - To assemble a body of substantive knowledge and findings for sharing them in
    inappropriate manners.
    - To help generate questions for further inquiries.

    Quantitative ResearchTitle:
    - process of systematic inquiry that entails the collection of data; documentation of
    critical information; and analysis and interpretation of that data/information, in
    accordance with suitable methodologies set by specific professional fields and
    academic disciplines.

    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:
    1. List down the items:
    • important key words/concepts in your study used

    • The methodology

    • The samples/areas studied

    • Your most important finding

    2. Draft a title that includes all the items you've listed (if you wish, do so in a
    sentence format).
    3. Delete anything that is unnecessary
    4. Use a general term to cover overly specific aspects, as shown in the example
    above.
    5. Pay heed to any journal instructions or discipline-specific conventions for
    writing titles (e.g., adding a sub-title describing the study design, or restricting
    the number of words/characters to a certain count.

    Quantitative Research Title examples:


    - Examining Social Inequality through Wage Distribution: A Quantitative Study

    - Impact of Parental Divorce on Child Development: a longitudinal study

    - social media and its effect on Political Polarization: A Quantitative Analysis

    - The Relationship Between Religion and Social Attitudes: A Statistical Overview

    - Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Educational Achievement

    - Quantifying the Effects of Community Programs on Crime Reduction

    - Public Opinion and Immigration Policies: A Quantitative Exploration

    - Analyzing the Gender Representation in Political Offices: A Quantitative Study”

    - “Impact of Mass Media on Public Opinion: A Regression Analysis”

    - “Influence of Urban Design on Social Interactions in Communities”


    Examples of Qualitative Research Questions:
    - What is the demographic makeup of Singapore in 2020?
    Examples of Quantitative Statement of the Problem:
    - Identify the demographic makeup of Singapore for the year 2020.

    Difference: In Qualitative, we use Research questions. SOPs are structured as a


    question while in Quantitative we use Statement of the Problem and the structure is
    a statement.
    ! Quantitative descriptive questions will often ask for figures such as percentages,
    sums, or averages. Descriptive questions may only include one variable.

    What Research is considered Quanti-Research?


    ! Survey-Correlational Research
    - generating different questions that revolve around the variables under observation
    and, allowing respondents to provide answers to these questions.
    ! Descriptive Research
    - aims to accurately and systematically describe a population, situation or
    phenomenon. It can answer what, where, when and how questions, but not why
    question
    ! Experimental Research
    - a study conducted with a scientific approach using two sets of variables.
    ! Causal-Comparative Research
    - used to identify cause-effect relationships between independent and dependent
    variables.
    STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE IN WRITING A RESEARCH INTRODUCTION - Lesson 2

    What is Research Introduction?


    - It is where you set up your topic and approach for the reader.
    Why is an introduction vital to a research paper?
    - The introduction to your research paper
    isn’t just important. it’s critical.
    - Your readers don’t know what your research paper is about from the title. That’s
    where your introduction comes in.

    A good introduction will:


    • Help your reader understand your topic’s background
    • Explain why your research paper is worth reading
    • Offer a guide for navigating the rest of the piece
    • Pique your reader’s interest

    What should you include in an introduction for a research paper?


    1. An overview of the topic.
    - Start with a general overview of your topic.Narrow the overview until you address
    your paper’s specific subject. Then,mention questions Or concerns you had about
    the case.Note that you will address them in the publication

    2. Prior research. (citations)


    - Your introduction is the place to review other conclusions on your topic. Include
    both older scholars and modern scholars. This background information shows that
    you are aware of prior research. It also introduces past findings to those who might
    not have that expertise.
    - Citation format: (last name of author, date) , (Darwin, 1859)

    3. rationale for your paper.


    - Explain why your topic needs to be addressed right now. If applicable, connect it to
    current issues. Additionally, you can show a problem with former theories or reveal
    a gap in current research.. No matter how you do it, a good rationale will interest
    your readers and demonstrate why they must read the rest of your paper.

    4. Describe the methodology you used.


    - Recount your processes to make your paper more credible. Lay out your goal and
    the questions you will address. Reveal how you conducted research and describe
    how you measured results. Moreover, explain why you made key choices.

    5. A thesis statement.
    - Your main introduction should end with a thesis statement. This statement
    summarizes the ideas that will run through your entire research article. It should be
    straightforward and clear.
    - Ex. The researchers aim to determine if home cooking or eating out is truly
    healthier and safer based on Laboratory High School students’ preferences on
    nutritional health benefits through this study. This is for the researchers to
    understand why students prefer home cooking or food from outside based on their
    perspective on its health benefits.

    6. An outline.
    - Introductions often conclude with an outline. Your layout should quickly review what
    you intend to cover in the following sections. Think of it as a roadmap, guiding your
    reader to the end of your paper.

    Research Introduction Key Goals


     Present your topic and get the reader interested
    Provide background or summarize existing research
    Position your own approach

    Research Introduction Key Goals


    Detail your specific research problem and problem statement
    Give an overview of the paper’s structure
    Tips for writing your introduction
    1. Write your introduction last. An introduction summarizes all of the things
    you’ve learned from your research.
    - While it can feel good to get your preface Quickly, you should write the rest of your
    paper first. Then,you’ll find it easy to create a clear overview..

    2. Include a strong quotation or story upfront.


    - You want your paper to be full of substance.But that doesn’t mean it should feel boring
    or flat.
    - ex. The dynamics of food choices have significantly changed in today’s culture,
    especially among the student population. Traditional eating patterns such as eating
    home-cooked foods, have changed as a result of the rise of fast-food restaurants and
    the ease of access to a variety of culinary options (Duyne, 2015).

    3. Add a relevant quotation or surprising anecdote to the beginning of your


    introduction.
    - This technique pique the interest of your readers and leave them wanting more
    - ex. The body needs nutritious meals and a healthy lifestyle to function properly. It's
    crucial to eat a variety of foods, including fruits and vegetables. However, it is
    equally crucial to ensure that the food is safe as it is to eat healthy food. (Bereuter &
    Glickman, 2015).

    4. Be concise.
    - Research papers cover complex topics. To help your readers, try to write as clearly as
    possible. Use concise sentences. Check for confusing grammar or syntax..

    5. Read your introduction out loud to catch awkward phrases.


    - Before you finish your paper, be sure to proofread, too. Mistakes can seem
    unprofessional.

    Statement of the Problem


    - A problem statement is a concise and concrete summary of the research problem
    You seek to address.
    Statement of the Problem should:
    Contextualize the problem. What do we already know?

    - Describe the exact issue your research will address.

    What do we still need to know?

    - Show the relevance of the problem.

    Why do we need to know more about it?

    - Set the objectives of the research.

    How to Write a Statement of the Problem?


    Step1: Contextualize the problem
    The problem statement should frame your research problem, giving some background
    on what Is already known.

    Step 2: Show why it matters


    The problem statements should also address the relevance of the research. Why is it
    Important that the problem is addressed? Don’t worry this doesn’t mean you should do
    something ground breaking or world changing. It’s more important that the problem is
    researchable, feasible, and clearly addresses relevant issue in your field.

    Step 3: Set your aims and objectives


    - Finally, the problem statement should frame how you intend to address the
    problem. Your goal here should not be to find a conclusive solution, but rather to
    propose more effective approaches to tackling or understanding it.…
    - The research aim is the overall purpose of your research. It is generally written in
    the infinitive form:
    Ex. The aim of this study is to determine… This project aims to explore…

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