LYFJSHS | Practical Research 2| Quantitative Research 1

Quarter 1 – Learning Activity Sheet 2: The Research

Topic and Research Title for HUMSS Students

This worksheet was designed with you in mind. This was written
specifically to meet your needs as a senior high school student-
researcher. This leads you through the process of understanding concepts
of quantitative research. This also leads you through the basic elements
of research which are essential for good research practices. This
introduces identifying the inquiry and stating the problem of your study.
As pointed out in the previous module, the research topic is not
something that should be considered without any valid reasons. Hence,
this module helps you make a final decision on your research topic, and
helps you make a self- reflection on the things that you need to consider
in constructing your research title. It also emphasizes the importance of
specifying research titles. This also provides you different tasks to assess
your understanding on the topic.
At the end of the lesson, you are expected to:
a. discuss the guidelines in choosing a topic, topics to be avoided and
sources of research topics;
b. value the importance of narrowing down a research topic by
presenting specific research topics; and
c. formulate their own research title based on their chosen topic.

Lecture on the Research Topics and Research Titles

Research Topic
The research topic is the subject or area to be investigated by the
researcher. It is the beginning of a research work and may also be referred
to as the general problem. Research topics are varied and numerous and
would largely depend upon the researcher’s preference. Nevertheless,
topics chosen should be researchable – meaning that the knowledge and
information about it can be supported by evidence that are observable,
factual, and logical.

 Guidelines in Choosing a Research Topic

1. Interest in the subject matter–may be caused by the researcher’s

rich background knowledge about the subject, its novelty, meaning.
Real interest pushes a researcher to investigate or inquire with
enthusiasm.
2. Availability of information – availability of information is needed to
provide evidence and support to the study which comes from
various forms of literature like books, journals, among others.
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3. Timeliness and relevance of the topic – The topic is relevant if it

yields results that are instrumental in societal improvement. It is
timely if it is related to the present.
4. Limitations on the subject–links chosen topic with course
requirements depending in what was prescribed by the teacher.
5. Personal resources – includes research abilities in terms of financial
standing, health condition, mental capacity, needed facilities, and
time allotment to complete the research.

 Research Topics to be Avoided

1. Controversial topics – topics that depend greatly on the writer’s

opinion, which may tend to be biased or prejudiced
2. Highly technical subjects – topics that require an advanced study,
technical knowledge, and vast experience
3. Hard-to investigate subjects – no available materials to support the
study or materials are not up-to-date
4. Too broad subjects – prevents the researcher from giving a
concentrated or in-depth analysis of the subject matter of the paper
5. Too narrow subjects – too limited or too specific subjects
6. Vague subjects–unclear or unfocused topic that has no definite
problem

 Sources of Research Topics

1. Pressing issues of an individual, organization or society - problems

encountered
2. Wide Reading – from books, journals, magazines,
3. Social Networking – from netizens
4. Replication – from other theses or dissertations
5. Lectures, Talks, Seminars – breeding ground of ideas
6. Gray Areas – very little is known about the subject.

For additional information on choosing a research topic, kindly visit the

YouTube video entitled, 5 Things to Consider when Choosing a Research
Topic (link: https://youtu.be/PdoAYIig47k).

Research Title

A research title, or a research project, is a product of real-world

observations, dilemmas, wide reading, selective viewing (television
programs, films, documentaries), meaningful interactions with others, and
deep reflection.

The title of the research is the research problem or inquiry in

capsule form. Great care must be taken in the formulation of research
title. It must clearly reflect the topic of investigation and it must be
original, clear, concise, and specific.
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As additional information on formulating a research title, kindly visit

the YouTube video entitled, How to Construct an Excellent Research Title
(link: https://youtu.be/jsv9mnoL5I4).

Task 1- Concept- Learning Assessment: Read the following research

topics and identify whether it is BROAD or SPECIFIC. Write your answer on
the space provided before each item.

__________ 1. Popular Culture and Popular Music

__________ 2. Awareness of the Importance of Personal Protective
Equipment
__________ 3. Career Decision- making
__________ 4. Social Networking Websites
__________ 5. Success Indicators of Business Ventures
__________ 6. Friendship and Its Impact on a Person’s Well- being
__________ 7. Community Peace and Order
__________ 8. Causal Relationship of Tiktok to Early Pregnancy
__________ 9. Classroom Management
__________ 10. Training Pedagogical Lecturer for Career Activities
__________ 11. Education Informatics
__________ 12. Multiple Intelligence- Based Learning
__________ 13. School Clubs in Strengthening Student Entrepreneurship
Skills
__________ 14. Salary of Welders and their Satisfaction Rate
__________ 15. Effects of Vegetarianism on Physical Health

Task 2- Concept Elaboration: Study the sample broad topics below.

Choose 3 topics, and value the importance of narrowing them down by
presenting specific research topics out of the broad ones. Formulate a
research title out of each narrowed research topic. Write your answer on
the provided space below.
Broad Topics:
1. Online Selling during Lockdown
2. Effects of Online Rambulan FB page to Millenials’ Values
3. ABS- CBN Teleserye: Mirrors Filipino Values
4. The Music of Ben&Ben
5. Effects of Backyard Planting on Anxiety
6. Virtual Worlds of Millenials
7. Social Amelioration Program of DSWD
8. Time Spent on Facebook in Times of Pandemic
9. Relief Operations for Low- income Families
10.Tiktok Users and Subscribers

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References:

Textbooks:

Esther Baraceros, , Practical Research 2 (Manila: REX Book Store), 3-4.

Nelia Prieto, Victoria Naval and Teresita Carrey, Practical Research 2 for Senior High School
(Metro Manila: Lorimar Publishing, Inc.), 3.

Prepared by:
RESEARCH DEPARTMENT

Quarter 1 – Learning Activity Sheet 2: Background

of the Study for HUMSS Students
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QUARTER PRE-TEST
Pre-test: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and
FALSE if it is wrong.

1. The introduction aims to present the research topics and

problems of the study.
2. The introduction states the recommendation of the study.
3. Writing the introduction demands careful attention in order
to sustain the readers' ideas and interest.
4. The background of the study discusses short, specific
problem
and situation to seek the interest of the readers.
5. To have a good background of the study, your primary goal
is to provide an overview of the study.
6. Writing a long background of the study can boost the
interest of the researcher to have enough ideas about the
topic.
7. In most research studies, the background of the study is
almost followed by the statement of the problem.
8. ‘Persuasive’ means that the background of the study must
be written in a way that will convince the readers that the topic
is interesting and worth reading.
9. ‘Clearly written’ means that the background of the study
must be expressed using simple words for easy understanding.
Clarity of the composition should go straight to the point
whenever as possible.
10. A well-written introduction must be too long. Moreover, it
must include the results and discussion.
11. A good background of the study must be concise.
12. The primary goal in the background of the study is to
discuss everything about the research topic.
13.Without a clear topic, it is difficult to proceed to the next
stage of the research.
14. A good research topic must be relevant and realistic.
15. A good research topic must establish genuine impact on the
lives of people, training them how to enhance their problem-
solving skills.
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Skill
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Background of the Study

Welcome to the Grade 12 Practical Research 2- Worksheet on Background

of the Study.

The hand is the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used
to depict skill, action and purpose. Through our hands, we may learn,
create and accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies
that you as a learner are capable and empowered to successfully achieve
the relevant competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your
academic success lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and
time. You will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource
while being an active learner.

GEAR UP / GABAY
After going through this worksheet, you are expected to:
a. describe the background of research;
b. write the introduction of your research; and
c. demonstrate cooperation and sense of
responsibility in working
with the group.

This lesson will guide you on writing the overview of your research. Also,
this will enumerate suggested information that you must include in the
background of your study.

Activity 1

It’s Teamwork Time:

⮚ Ask the students to go to their respective groups.

⮚ Have them answer the following questions about their chosen
topics:
⇒ What is the basis /background of your topic?
⇒ How were you able to come up with your topic?
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⇒ What general knowledge do you know about the topic?

⇒ Why did you choose this topic?
⇒ What do you think is the value of your research for the society or
community?

ENGAGE /
ENGGANYO
1. Concept Discovery:
⮚ Ask the students about the purpose of writing the background of
the study.
⮚ Ask the students about the contents of the background of the
study.
⇒ What are the things to include in writing an introduction to your
research?
⇒ Where do you think should you start?
⇒ How should you write the introduction to your research?

2. Expand Your Vocabulary!

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Directions: Read through the text of this lesson and define the following
words. Write the meaning on the right column.

1. Introduction

2. Context

3. Background of the
Study
4. Scope

5. Research Gaps

NURTURE /

The introduction section or chapter of a research study typically

begins with the background of the study. The primary purpose of the
background is to provide the reader with the context and explain the
circumstances that led to the study. It can discuss briefly the specific
problem or situation, conflict of ideas, gaps in knowledge, literature, or
theories that caught your attention as a researcher and compelled you to
select your particular research topic. It answers the question “Why are
you studying this particular research topic?”

The background of the study is an overview of the research and

explains the purpose of conducting the study. It provides pieces of
information that are important or essential to understand the main body
of the research investigation.

Background information identifies and describes the history and

nature of a well-defined research problem with reference to the existing
literature. Background information in your introduction should indicate
the root of the problem being studied, its scope, and the extent to which
previous studies successfully investigate the problem, noting, in
particular, where gaps exist that your study attempts to address.
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Introductory background information differs from a literature review in

the places the research problem in proper context rather than thoroughly
examining pertinent literature.

Background information expands upon the key points stated in

your introduction but is not the main focus of the paper. Sufficient
background information helps your reader determine if you have an
understanding of the research problem being investigated and promotes
confidence in the overall quality of your analysis and findings.

Moreover, it also locates or situates your study in the context of

your specific field and other related fields. It should focus on the
importance and validity of the problem, the general orientation to the
problem area, a brief rationale to justify the problem.

It includes:
1. discussion of the problem in general and the specific situations
observed and experienced by the researcher (macro to micro
approach);
2. concepts or ideas related to the problem including clarification
of important terminologies; and
3. discussion of the existing or present conditions and what is
aimed to be the future or the gap to be filled in by the research.

TEST / TALAB
Activity 1.1

Comprehension Check:
1. Why is the background of the study important?
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2. What are the characteristics of a good background of the study?

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Activity 1.2
Concept Elaboration:
Work on your own. Write a Background of the Study for your
chosen research topic.
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Directions: As you have learned from this lesson, answer each question
comprehensively.

1. What is the relevance of the Background of the Study in your

research paper?
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2. What important components should be included in the

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INTEGRATE / IRAL
1. Concept Application:

Develop at least three (3) possible research titles using the principles
discussed above. Use the writing techniques if you need to.

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ASSESS / ANTAS
Concept- Learning Assessment: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. The Introduction of a research paper typically begins with the

_________________.
a. Acknowledgment
b. Review of Related Studies
c. Background of the Study
d. Statement of the Problem

2. What is the primary purpose of the background of research?

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a. To provide the readers with the context of the research.
b. To explain the circumstances that led to the study.
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above

3. The following are being discussed in the Background of the Study

except for:
a. Specific problems or situations
b. Conflict of ideas
c. Gaps in knowledge, literature, or theories
d. Profile of the Researchers

4. What approach is used in writing the Background of the Study? This

method states the problem in general to specific situations observed by
the researches.
a. Micro to macro approach
b. Macro to micro approach
c. Linear approach
d. Transactional approach
5. What is/are the benefit(s) of having a sufficient background of the study
to the readers?
a. The readers will be able to grasp the main idea of your study.
b. The readers will be able to determine the purpose of your research.
c. The readers will be able to determine if you have an understanding of
the research problem being investigated.
d. All of the above.
Identify if the statement is true or false. The following are suggested
information that you can include in the background of the study:
6. Definition of concepts or constructs.
a. True b. False
7. Highlight of the causes and effects to the concerned subjects.
a. True b. False
8. Methods used in other researches to address the problem at hand.
a. True b. False
9. Previous and notable researches from which the topic is based.
a. True b. False
10. Current issues or problems regarding the specific topic.
a. True b. False
11. Comparisons of ideas or methods used.
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a. True b. False
12. Highlight of the need for further investigation of the topic.
a. True b. False
13. General statement of fact related to the study.
a. True b. False
14. Specific statement about issues or problems already proven in other
related researches.
a. True b. False
15. Rationale of doing the research.
a. True b. False

SHARPEN / SANAY

1. Choose one topic about COVID-19 and write a background of

the study. You can use extra sheets of pad paper.

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