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COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Code : CS 322 Course Credits (Units) : Total : 3 Lecture : 3 Lab : 0

Course Name : Methods of Research Contact Hours/week : Total : 3 Lecture : 3 Lab : 0
Co/Prerequisite : Third Year Standing College : College of Technology and Allied Sciences
Component : Professional Course Department : Computer Science
Course : BSCS-3 Semester, Academic Year : Second Semester, A.Y. 2022-2023

VISION: A premier Science and Technology university for the formation of a world class and virtuous human resource for sustainable development in Bohol
and the country.

MISSION: BISU is committed to provide quality higher education in the arts and sciences, as well as in the professional and technological fields; undertake
research and development, and extension services for sustainable development of Bohol and the country.

GOALS: 1. Pursue faculty and education excellence and strengthen the current viable curricular programs and develop curricular programs that are
responsive to the demands of the times both in the industry and the environment.
2. Promote quality research outputs that respond to the needs of the local and national communities.
3. Develop communities through responsive extension programs.
4. Adopt efficient and profitable income generating projects/enterprise for self-sustainability.
5. Provide adequate, state-of-the-art and accessible infrastructure support facilities for quality equation.
6. Promote efficient and effective good governance supportive of high-quality education.

CORE VALUES: 1. Search for Excellence

2. Responsiveness to Challenges
3. Student Access
4. Public Engagement
5. Good Governance

INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES:

Innovative and service-oriented professionals.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO):
PROGRAM OUTCOMES: Per CMO #25, series of 2015

Program Outcomes (PO)

PO1. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice (PQF level 6 descriptor).
PO2. Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino.
PO3. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams (PQF level 6 descriptor).
PO4. Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility.
PO5. Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722).
PO6. Participate in the generation of new knowledge or in research and development projects.
PO7. Apply the competencies to support national, regional, and local development plans (RA 7722).
PO8. Analyze complex problems, and identify and define the computing requirements needed to design an appropriate solution
PO9. Apply computing and other knowledge domains to address real-world problems.
PO10. Design and develop computing solutions using a system-level perspective.
PO11. Utilize modern computing tools.
PO12. Apply knowledge of computing fundamentals, knowledge of a computing specialization, and mathematics, science, and domain knowledge appropriate for the
computing specialization to the abstraction and conceptualization of computing models from defined problems and requirements.
PO13. Identify, analyze, formulate, research literature, and solve complex computing problems and requirements reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental
principles of mathematics, computing sciences, and relevant domain disciplines.
PO14. An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way
that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
PO15. Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern computing tools to complex computing activities, with an understanding of the
limitations to accomplish a common goal.
PO16. Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multidisciplinary settings
PO17. Communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities by being able to comprehend and write effective
reports, design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and understand clear instructions.
PO18. The ability to recognize the legal, social, ethical and professional issues involved in the utilization of computer technology and be guided by the adoption of
appropriate professional, ethical and legal practices.
PO19. Recognize the need, and have the ability, to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional.

COURSE OUTCOMES IN RELATION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

 Program Outcomes
Course Outcomes (CO) (Legend: I – Introduced, E – Enabled, D – Demonstrated)
At the end of the course, the learners must have:
PO 8 PO 13 PO 10 PO 16
1. Identified a research topic to be worked on. D D E E
2. Developed and compiled an appropriate related literature and studies. D D D D
3. Proposed a research topic with corresponding documentation of the proposal. D D D D
Legend:
I – Introduced – An introductory course to an outcome; E – Enabled - A course that strengthens the outcome; D – Demonstrated – A course demonstrating an outcome

This course demonstrates projects and research concepts in computing and information systems. It covers the concepts of research, choosing a
Course Description: research project and writing a proposal, research project planning and risk management, literature searching and reviews, software development
methods, controlling research projects, presenting research projects and its final consideration.

Teaching and
Course Learning Objectives Time Assessment
Content/Subject Matter Learning Remarks
Outcome (LOs) Frame Task
Activities
CO1 Familiarize course learning outcomes and Course Orientation and Introduction Week 1 Discussion Learning Activities
classroom policies through Module
a. Orientation (Course Syllabus, VMGO, Online recitation
Classroom Policies); Discussion in (thru groupchat)
b. Course Syllabus and Grading System; messenger group
chat

CO1 Unit 1. Research and Design. Week 2- Discussion - Learning

1. Define and differentiated the characteristics of 4 through activities
research. - Meaning, Purpose, Characterisitics and instructional video - Summative
2. Recognize unethical practices in conducting Types of Research Assessment
research. Google classroom
Unit 2. Ethics and Research
Discussion
through - Learning
a. Ensuring confidentiality of research data
instructional video activities
b. Plagiarism
c. Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement - Summative
distinguished. Feedbacking Assessment
Session
CO1 Unit 3. Requirements of Computer Week 5 Discussion -Learning
CO1 1. Differentiate thesis from capstone project. Science Research through Activities
2. Propose a research topic and established its instructional video -Summative
purpose. - Research definition Assessment
- Capstone Project -Research Topic
Group formulation
- CHED’s Suggested Documentation
Template/Format Discussions.
 Online research

Forum
discussions.
1. Formulate an Introduction, Statement of the Unit 4. Components of Chapter 1 Week 6- Discussion Learning Activities
Problem, Significance of the Study, Scope 9 through
and Limitation of the Study, Definition of - Introduction/Rationale instructional video Summative
Terms, and Theoretical and Conceptual - Statement of the Problem Assessment
Framework for the proposed research study. - Significance of the Study Research paper
- Scope and Limitation of the Study analysis Research Paper
- Definition of Terms Writing
Theoretical Framework Forum
Discussions
Deadline of learning activities and summative assessment for the Prelim and Midterm March 3, 2023
Deadline of Chapter 1 March 6, 2023
CO2 1. Recognize the guidelines in citing related Unit 5. Writing the Review of Related Week Discussion through -Learning
literatures and studies. Literature and Studies 10-14 instructional video Activities
2. Determine the instances when to quote or - Summative
paraphrase resources. - Theoretical and Technical Background Group Discussions Assessment
- Related Studies/Software - Research
- APA Citation Feedbacking paper writing
- Citing Sources in Text Session
- Justification of the present study
- When to Qoute, When to Paraphrase
CO3 1. Choose a development method for the Unit 6. Writing the Design and Week Discussion through - Learning
proposed study. Methodology 15-18 Instructional Video Activities
2. Formulate research design of the chosen - Summative
topic. - Methodology Group Discussions Assessment
- Requirements Analysis - Research
- Requirement Documentation Feedbacking paper writing
- Design of Software, Systems, Product Session
and/or Processes
- Development and Testing
- The Implementation Plan
Deadline of learning activities and summative assessment for the Pre-Final and Final Term May 31, 2023

Deadline of the revised Chapter 1 June 2, 2023

Learning Resources: Lecture Notes

Course Module
 Instructional Videos
Books
1. Laviña et al. (2016). Outcomes-based Practical Guide to Thesis and Capstone Project Writing in Computing. Philippines:
Mindshapers Co., INC.

Computer Science Journals:

Philippine Computing Journal: https://pcj.csp.org.ph/index.php/pcj/issue/archive
Philippine E-journals – Computer Technology & Information Systems: https://ejournals.ph/journals.php?cat_id=7
Springer Open - https://www.springeropen.com/journals#Computer-Science

Integration of Values: Patience & Diligence, Responsibility & Commitment, Interpersonal Relation, Effectiveness in doing the task, Self-worth, Honesty,
Compassion, Empathy, Sensitivity, Resourcefulness, Professionalism , Persistence, Time Management
Grading System: Components in the midterm and final grade computation include:

50% passing mark/transmutation of raw scores or cumulative related scores

1. Major Examinations - 30%
2. Major Outcome-Based Projects
(product or performance-based outputs) - 30%
3. Class Works
(learning activities, summative assessments) - 40%
100%
Final rating is the average of the Midterm & Final Ratings.

(Note: other rubrics/ assessment tools attach in another page)

Classroom Policies Academic Integrity
Cheating is ZERO tolerance. Any cheating evidence will result in a 0 grade for the assignment/exam, and the
incident will be submitted to the department for further review. In the blended learning mode, you may be more
tempted to cheat on our graded assessments to get higher grades in this class. Be reminded that you are studying in
this university and subsidized by the government because the government and your parents hope you will become
relevant in the society by contributing the knowledge and skills you have gained after you graduate. Cheating in
graded activities and pass the course without learning something would only defeat this purpose.
Work hard
Foremost, students are urged to work hard! This class covers much material in a short amount of time – do not let
yourself get behind. Work hard, and keep up the pace! As a corollary to working hard, please feel free to ask the
instructor questions. With hard work, perseverance and resourcefulness, I believe you will be able to finish this
course with flying colors. I know that this course is going to be challenging, but never give up! Persevere!
Ask Questions and do exercises.

It is the students' responsibility to make sure to ask questions if they do not understand all the modules and other
 materials. I will answer your queries as much as I can to help you know.

o Read your module

o Answer your individual assessments independently.
Communication

Feel free to contact me through messenger, mobile phone (09774739197), google classroom, or email
([email protected]) if you have questions regarding our lessons and our requirements. I will also use these
communication lines when there are changes to our learning schedule.

Designed by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

ALMA MAE B. AUXTERO EVANGELINE N. OLANDRIA ARLINDA N. RAMASOLA, Ph.D.

Faculty Chairperson, BSCS Dean, College of Technology and Allied Sciences
Rubrics for Assessing Outcomes-based Project Presentation

Obtained Criteria (Highest Excellent Good Fair Needs Improvement

Score Possible Score)

Delivery (10 pts) 9-10 6-8 3-5 0-2

• Holds attention of entire audience • Consistent use of direct eye • Displays minimal eye • Holds no eye contact with
with the use of direct eye contact, contact with audience, but still contact with audience, while audience, as entire report is
seldom looking at notes returns to notes reading mostly from the read from notes
• Speaks with fluctuation in volume • Speaks with satisfactory notes • Speaks in low volume
and inflection to maintain audience variation of volume and • Speaks in uneven volume and/or monotonous tone,
interest inflection with little or no inflection which causes audience to
and emphasize key points disengage

Content/ 9-10 6-8 3-5 0-2

Organization (10) • Demonstrates full knowledge by • Is at ease with expected • Is uncomfortable with • Does not have grasp of
answering all class questions with answers to all questions, information and is able to information and cannot
explanations and elaboration without elaboration answer only rudimentary answer questions about
• Provides clear purpose and subject; • Has somewhat clear purpose questions subject
pertinent examples, and/or facts that and subject; some examples, • Attempts to define purpose • Does not clearly define
supports conclusions/ideas with and/or facts that support the and subject; provides weak subject and purpose;
evidence subject; includes some data or examples, and/ or facts, provides weak or no support
evidence that supports which do not adequately of subject; gives insufficient
conclusions support the subject; includes support for ideas or
very thin data or evidence conclusions

Enthusiasm/ 5 3-4 1-2 0

Audience • Demonstrates strong enthusiasm • Shows some enthusiastic • Shows little or mixed • Shows no interest in topic
Awareness (5) about topic during entire presentation feelings about topic feelings about the topic presented
• Significantly increases audience • Raises audience being presented • Fails to increase audience
understanding and knowledge of understanding and • Raises audience understanding of knowledge
topic; convinces an audience to awareness of most points understanding and of topic
recognize the validity and importance knowledge of some points
of the subject
Rubrics and Guidelines of Research Proposal

The project is divided into three milestones, which will be submitted at various points throughout the course to scaffold learning and ensure quality final submissions.

The final project for this course would be a research proposal for a computer science topic. This should also include a complete, polished artifact that incorporates all the
pertinent documents from each of the first two milestones. This is an opportunity for the students to pull all their work from the term together into one complete project. This
research proposal should not only be an organized, neat compilation of your previous work, but it should also reflect the incorporation of any feedback gained throughout the
course. This submission will be graded with the Final Project Rubric.

Critical Elements Exemplary Proficient Needs Improvement Not Evident Value

Introduction/ The introduction is engaging, The introduction states the main topic The introduction hardly states the There is no clear 15
Background of the states the main topic and and contains almost all the elements main topic and does not introduction of the main
Problem/Project includes a general overview of of a good Introduction. (80%) adequately state the project topic and the project
Context the project. (100%) background is not stated
background. (55%)
(0%)
Purpose/Statement The paper’s purpose is clearly The paper’s purpose is clearly stated. The central purpose or argument The purpose or argument is 15
of the and concisely stated, which is (80%) is not consistently clear not clearly identified.
problem/objectives engaging and though throughout the paper. (55%) Analysis is vague or not
provoking. (100%) evident. Reader is confused
or may be misinformed.
(0%)
Use of References – Compelling evidence from Professionally legitimate sources that Althrough attributions are References are seldom 15
Review of Literature professionally legitimate support claims are generally present occaionally given, many cited to support statements.
sources is given to support and attribution is, for most part, clear statements seem (0%)
claims. Attribution is clear and unsubstantiated. The reader is
and fairly represented. (80%)
fairly represented. (100%) confused about the source of
information and ideas. (55%)

Quality of References are primarily peer- Although most of the references are Most of the references are form There are virtually no 15
References – Review reviewed professional journals professionally legitimate, a few are sources that are not peer- sources that are
of Related Literature or other approved sources. questionable. The reader is uncertain reviewed and have uncertain professionally reliable. The
The reader is confident that reliability. The reader doubts the reader seriously doubts the
of the reliability of some of the
the information and ideas can accuracy of much of the material value of the material and
be trusted. (100%) sources. (80%) presented. (55%) stops reading. (0%)

Language The writing is free or almost There are occasional grammatical Periodic grammatical errors (55%) There are many 25
Conventions – free of errors. (100%) errors. (80%) grammatical errors. (0%)
Overall
 Organization – The ideas are arranged The ideas are arranged logically to In general, the writing is arranged The writing is not logically 25
Overall logically to support the support the central purpose or logically, although occasionally organized. Frequently,
purpose or agument. They flow argument. They are usually clearly ideas fail to make sense together. ideas fail to make sense
smoothly from one to another The reader is fairly clear about together. The reader cannot
linked to each other. For the most
and are clearly linked to each what writer intends. (55%) identify a line of reasoning
other. (100%) part, the reader can follow the line of and loses interest. (0%)
reasoning. (80%)
Total 110