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Chapter 8 Writing A Research Proposal

This document provides guidance on writing a research proposal. It outlines the typical parts of a research proposal, including an introduction, literature review, and methodology. It discusses how to write each section, including defining the problem statement, research questions, theoretical framework, and operational definitions. The document also provides activities for students, such as reviewing lecture notes, attending a live discussion, and writing a complete research proposal and proposal capsule. The goal is for students to understand how to structure a proposal and effectively communicate their research plan.

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Chapter 8 Writing A Research Proposal

This document provides guidance on writing a research proposal. It outlines the typical parts of a research proposal, including an introduction, literature review, and methodology. It discusses how to write each section, including defining the problem statement, research questions, theoretical framework, and operational definitions. The document also provides activities for students, such as reviewing lecture notes, attending a live discussion, and writing a complete research proposal and proposal capsule. The goal is for students to understand how to structure a proposal and effectively communicate their research plan.

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Chapter 8

Writing a Research Proposal

(6 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory)

This chapter discusses thesis proposal writing strategies to assist the learners in coming
up with a research proposal for their proposal defense.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

At the completion of this coverage, the students shall be able to:

1. Identify the parts of a research proposal


2. Write a comprehensive background of the study with objectives and purpose
of the study clearly defined
3. Write a Review of Related Literature following a thematic approach and
proper citation of references
4. Describe the research methodology

Specific Instructions in the completion of this Chapter:

1. Set your learning goals. At the end of this module you are expected to attain the
Intended Learning Outcomes stated above.
2. Prepare the following materials:
a. Textbooks in research
b. Notebooks and other writing materials
3. Lecture notes are provided for you. BE SURE NOT TO SKIP the lecture. Read and
understand before answering the activities. You are also given an electronic copy of this
module along with other materials such as video clips to further assist you.
4. As you go on, you will encounter exercises that will test your knowledge and
understanding as well as your critical thinking. Read the instructions carefully and write
your answers to the space provided after each module.

Key Terms

Thematic Approach
Paradigm
Citation
Referencing
Knowledge Gap

Let’s Start!
Research Proposal contains the background of the study, its objectives and significance.
A comprehensive review of related literature is included to justify the necessity and relevance of
the study. The research methodology is also discussed.

Parts of a Research Proposal (Institutional Format)

I. Cover Page
II. Background of the Study
1. Introduction
2. Conceptual framework/ Theoretical Framework
3. Research Paradigm
4. Statement of the Problem
5. Hypothesis
6. Scope and Delimitation
7. Significance of the study
8. Definition of Term
III. Review of Related Literature
IV. Methodology
1. Research Design
2. Respondents of the Study
3. Data gathering Tool
4. Data gathering process
5. Data Analysis
V. References
Attachment: Questionnaire/ Data Gathering Tool

I. Writing the Introduction


The first part of your proposal creates the first impression about your project so make
sure that it contains a comprehensive discussion about your topic and the purpose of
conducting the study. It should:
● Introduce the topic
● Give background and context
● Outline your problem statement and research question(s)
● Some important questions to guide your introduction include:
● Who has an interest in the topic (e.g. scientists, practitioners, policymakers,
particular members of society)?
● How much is already known about the problem?
● What is missing from current knowledge?
● What new insights will your research contribute?
● Why is this research worth doing?
● After the introduction is a discussion of the theoretical or conceptual framework.
● The study can either have a theoretical or conceptual framework
● In writing a theoretical framework, it should start with a brief discussion of the
theory followed by a discussion of how the theory is relevant and related to the
study.
● A conceptual framework illustrates what you expect to find through your
research. It defines the relevant variables for your study and maps out how they
might relate to each other.
● The research paradigm is an illustration of the relationship of your variables,
methodology and desired output. IT MUST FOLLOW THE I-P-O FORMAT AS
PRESCRIBED BY THE INSTITUTION.
● The statement of the problem outlines the research questions of your study. It must
start with the descriptive questions followed by the inferential questions.
● The research hypothesis must be written as a null hypothesis,
● The scope and delimitation of the study must answer the questions:
● What is the scope of the research?
● Where are the limitations of the study?
● What are the inclusion criteria in the study if there are?
● Who are included in the study?
● When and where will it be implemented?
● The significance of the study enumerates the groups, institutions, organizations, or
population who will be benefitted from the result of the study
● The definition of term contains the variables and their OPERATIONAL DEFINITION and
are arranged alphabetically.

II. Review of Related Literature


It is important to show that you are familiar with the most important research on
your topic. A strong literature review convinces the reader that your project has a solid
foundation in existing knowledge or theory. It also shows that you are not simply
repeating what other people have already done or said.
● Compare and contrast: what are the main theories, methods, debates, and
controversies?
● Be critical: what are the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches?
● Show how your research fits in: how will you build on, challenge, or synthesize
the work of others?

The literatures must be presented in a thematic manner.

III. Methodology
The research methodology should describe the overall approach and practical
steps you will take to answer your research questions.
The research design must identify what specific design will be used and explain
why the design is applicable.
The sampling technique must also be discussed and describe the respondents of
the study.
The data gathering tool is a comprehensive description of the tool that will be
used in the study. For example, if the research will make use of a questionnaire, what
type of questionnaire, is it self-made or standard? What are the parts?
The data gathering procedure is a chronological discussion of the processes that
will be undertaken to implement the project.
Data analysis discusses how the data will be processed and analyzed. If it is
quantitative research, what are the statistical tools that will be used? If it is qualitative,
how will you process the data, what technique will you use?

Activities

Activity 1: Reading Assignment

Guidelines:

1. Your lecture notes will be given ahead of the class schedule


2. Review the lecture notes and supplement your readings with other references I
the internet of textbooks.
3. Write an outline of the concepts you read in your notebooks.

Activity 2: Live discussion

1. All students are required to attend a scheduled live discussion via zoom
2. The instructor will give a lecture on the topics
3. Class recitation will follow after the discussion

REFERENCES:

Textbooks:
1. Yazon, A., and Callo, E., (2019). Learning Guides in Methods of Research. ISBN
9786214180561.
2. Garcis, A., (2017). Developing Competencies in Research: A practical Guide for students
and Instructors.
Other References:
1. Forsyth, P., (2016). How to Write Reports and Proposals. Kogan Page Publishers. ISBN
0749475749, 9780749475741
2. Plichta, S. B., Kelvin, E. A., & Munro, B. H. (2012). Munro's statistical methods for health
care research. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Chapter 8 Laboratory

Workshop 9

Research Proposal Capsule


(12 hours)

Objectives:

At the end of this activity, students are expected to:

1. Write a complete research proposal following the parts and guidelines


discussed.
2. Write a research proposal capsule for the proposal defense.

Instructions

A. For the complete research proposal (chapter 1 2, and 3)


1. The cover page must follow the following format.
● Title (Center, Bold)
● Complete names of the researchers (alphabetically arranged)
● Use Courier New-12 font
● Double-space
2. Each chapter must start with the name of the chapter
● Chapter I: The Background of the Study
● Chapter II: Review of Related Literature
● Chapter III: Research Methodology
3. Format
Margin:
R: 1 inch
L: 0.5 inches
Top: 0.5 inches
Bottom: 0.5 inches
Font
Style: Courier New
Size: 12
Spacing
Double-space
4. References
● Use APA Format for the references

B. Proposal Capsule
Use this table for your proposal capsule. This will be used during your
proposal defense.
MEDICAL COLLEGES OF NORTHERN PHILIPPINES
Alimannao Hills, Peñablanca Cagayan

Tel: (078) 304-1010; Telefax (078) 846-7549

Research Title:

Name of Researchers:

Background
of the Study/
Introduction:

Theoretical/
Conceptual
Framework

Research
Paradigm
Statement of
the Problem

Significance
of the Study

Scope and
Delimitation
Definition of
Terms

a. Research Design
b. Respondents of the study
Methodology
c. Data gathering Tool
d. Data gathering procedure
e. Data analysis

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