GE 5 FINALS
This section provides the reader with the necessary context and foundational information about the research topic.
Background of the Study
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Establish the broader area of research
Highlight the existing knowledge and gaps
Demonstrate the relevance and significance of the study
Briefly introduce the specific focus of your study
background of the study
This section goes beyond simply stating the research problem; it explains why solving that problem is important.
Significance of the Study
This section provides the reader with the necessary context and foundational information about the research topic.
Theoretical Framework
Identify and describe the relevant theories
Explain the relevance of the chosen theories
Show how the theories inform your research
Integrate the theories with your study
Theoretical Framework
This is a visual or narrative representation of the key concepts or variables in your study and the relationships among them. It is often derived from the theoretical framework but is more specific and tailored to your particular research project.
Conceptual Framework
The main problem is usually stated in a declarative form and covers the broad area. It states the intent of the investigation in a clear grammatical sequence, shows congruence with the title and the theoretical framework, and provides linkage with the methodology to be used.
Statement of the Problem
Identify the key concepts/variables
Illustrate the relationships between variables
Provide operational definitions
Connect to the theoretical framework
Conceptual framework
The specific research problems are in the form of interrogative statements. These specific problems or sub-problems are interrelated parts of the main problem into smaller subparts.
The general problem must be typed after an Arabic numeral (i.e., 1, 2, 3, etc.)
while the sub-problems must be numbered as per decimal (e.g. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, etc.)
Statement of the Problem
This refers to the breadth and depth of your research. It specifies the:
➤ Content scope
➤ Population/sample scope
Geographical scope
Time scope
Scope
These are the conscious decisions made by the researcher to narrow the focus of the study. This might involve excluding certain variables, populations, or geographical areas for practical or theoretical reasons.
Delimitation
These are the constraints or weaknesses in your research design or methodology that are beyond your control. These might include:
-Sample size or representativeness
-Data collection methods
-Availability of data
-Time and resource constraints
Limitation
what type of Qualitative Research Design
Manipulating one or more independent variables to determine their effect on a dependent variable, often involving control groups and random assignment.
Experimental
What type of Qualitative research design
Describing the characteristics of a population or phenomenon.
Descriptive:
what type of Qualitative research design
Examining the relationships between two or more variables without manipulating them.
Correlational:
The entire population of interest
The specific local population
Population and Locale of the Study
Sampling technique
(for quantitative research)
(often for qualitative research
Probability Sampling
Non-probability Sampling
State the number of participants or units you plan to include in your study and provide a justification.
Sample size
Clearly specify the criteria that individuals or units must meet to be included in your sample and the criteria that will exclude them.
Inclusion and exclusion criteria
This section provides a step-by-step account of how you will collect your data. It should be detailed enough for another researcher to follow your procedures.
Obtaining necessary permissions
Recruiting quality participants
Administering data collection instruments
Ensuring data
Timeline for data collection
Data Gathering Procedures
This section describes the specific instruments or methods you will use to collect your data. For each tool, you should provide:
A detailed description of the tool
Justification for using the tool
Information on validity and reliability (for quantitative tools)
Description of the instrument (e.g., sample questions, interview guide structure, observation categories
Pilot testing (if applicable)
Data Gathering Tools
This crucial section outlines the ethical principles and procedures you will follow to ensure the well-being and rights of your research participants and to maintain the integrity of your research. This should include:
Informed consent
Confidentiality and anonymity
Minimizing harm and maximizing benefits
Debriefing (if applicable
Data integrity and honesty
Ethical approval
Ethical Considerations