RESEARCH GUIDELINES FOR QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH

THIS IS YOUR RESEARCH TITLE

Must be written in inverted pyramid format. Maximum of 3 lines and 12 words. Research Title must be reflective of its
problem. The title informs and should give the reader an idea about the study, therefore it should be explanatory by
itself. It is a specific and concise statement of the topic and should refer to major variables or theoretical issues
investigated or the phenomenon explored.
(11 single spaces)

A Research (Proposal)

Presented to

the Faculty of the College of Education

Eastern Visayas State University

(11 single spaces)

In (Partial) Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree

(Bachelor of Secondary Education

Major in Mathematics)

(space may be adjust to accommodate names of authors)

JEOH J. WANG (Author 1)

JEOH J. WANG (Author 2)

JEOH J. WANG (Author 2)

December 2022 (Month and Year of Final Defense)

ACKNOWLEDGMENT
 Acknowledgement should not exceed two pages, 3 single spaces from the heading

to the first line of the paragraph. Text must be double spaced and justified. This should

follow the acceptance sheet. The word “Acknowledgment” is in uppercase letters on the

first line from the top of the paper. It should be simple and sincere. The writer should

avoid overdoing the expression of his gratitude. Only those who gave assistance should

be mentioned in the acknowledgment. The initials of the authors in uppercase letters with

no space between should be placed two double space below the last line of the

acknowledgment and must be aligned right. Acknowledge only those who have direct

contributions in the paper.

R.P.A.

M.A.S.T.A.

J.A.A.
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents – This consists the list of preliminary parts, chapter titles and subtitles of the body of the
report. The word “Table of Contents” should appear in uppercase letters, centered on the paper. The preliminary
parts are listed first, after these, the word “Chapter” is type flush on the left-hand margin; the word “Page”, flush
with the right-hand margin. Each of these words should be in title case letter. The chapter number should be in Roman
or Arabic numeral. It is placed below the p in the word “Chapter”. The first chapter should be listed in triple space
below the word “chapter”. The title of the first chapter should be followed by a double space; other chapter titles and
major subdivision headings should likewise be both preceded and followed by double space; Chapter titles should be in
capital letters, beginning 1 tab space following the chapter number; Leader (dots . . .) should be used from the end of
the title to two spaces before the space immediately below P in the word “Page”. The spaced periods or dots used as
leaders from the different titles should be aligned. No period should appear in the space immediately following the last
words of a title. List of tables (if necessary) – list all the tables presented. List of Figures – list the title of all the figures
presented in the paper. List of Appendices – list all documents appended

Page

TITLE PAGE ……………………………………………………………………………..

APPROVAL SHEET ……………………………………………………………………. ii

ACKNOWLEDGMENT …………………………………………………………………

iii

LIST OF TABLES…………………………………………………………....................... v

LIST OF FIGURES………………………………………………………………………. vi

TABLE OF CONTENTS………………………………………………………………... vii

LIST OF APPENDICES………………………………………………………………….. ix

ABSTRACT ……………………………………………………………………………… x

CHAPTER I – THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE

Background of the Study ………………………………………………………….. 1

Theoretical Framework …………………………………………............................ 2

 Conceptual Framework ...………………………………………………………….

Statement of the Problem …………………………………………..........................

Null Hypotheses ……………………………………………………………………..

Significance of the Study …………………………………………………………..

Scope and Delimitation of the Study ……………………………..………………..

Definition of Terms ………………………………………………………………….

CHAPTER II – REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Literature Review

CHAPTER III - METHODOLOGY

Research Design……………………………………………….………………………

Research Locale ……………………………………….......................

Respondents and Sampling of the Study

……………………………………………….

Research Instrument……………………………………………………....................

Validation of Research Instrument Ethical Considerations…………......................

Ethical Consideration………………………………………………….

Data Gathering Procedure…………………………………………………………….

Methods of Scoring………………………………..........................

Statistical Analysis of Data………………………………………….………………..

CHAPTER IV – PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

OF DATA

Problem No. 1 ………………………………………………………………………..

Problem No. 2 ……………………………………………..

Problem No. 3 ......................................................................................

 Problem No. 4 ……………………………………………………………...

CHAPTER V – SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATION

Summary of Findings ……………………………………………………..

Conclusion ……………………………………………………………….

Recommendations …………………………………………………..

REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………….

APPENDICES………………………………………………………………………

CURRICULUM VITAE……………………………………………………………
 ABSTRACT

Author 1, Author 2, Author 3, Title of the study, Eastern Visayas State University,
College of Education, Tacloban City, Date.

Adviser: Name of the Adviser

Academic Rank
College of Education
Eastern Visayas State University

Abstract – presents at a glance the whole study. It usually one to three pages of

the whole paper for fast reading. This is a general presentation and contain the general

objectives, methods and procedures, general summary and possible conclusions and

implications when research is not yet done.

Key words:
 Chapter I

THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE

3 single spaces

Background of the Study

All MAIN HEADING must be in UPPER CASE and centered. All Sub Heading

must be in Title Case, Left aligned. For each section, paragraph begins with 5 cm

indention. Manuscript Details must be in Font Size 12, First Page, and Right Side with

Single Line Spacing. References must be in Font Size 12, Hanging 0.5 with double line

spacing between authors. Tables and figures caption must be numbered in numeric or

combination of numeric and alpha in necessary (1A, 1B) based on the order of statement

of the problems. Table text may be smaller than Font Size 12 with line spacing 1.0 to fit

in one page.

Chapter 1 –The Problem. In undergraduate thesis, the introductory part of Chapter

1 consists of the following: Background of the Study 1. The proponent should describe

the existing and prevailing problem situation based on his/her experience. This scope

may be global, national, regional and local. 2. The proponent should give strong

justification for selecting such research problem in his/her capacity as a researcher. Being

a part of the organization or systems and the desire and concern to improve the systems.

3. The researcher should link and relate the background of the study to the proposed

research problem.

Theoretical Framework

Indicate the theory/ies employed in the study including it was conceptualized or

published. Example: This study is anchored on Jean Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive

Learning (year), and Bandura's Self-Regulated Learning Theory (SRLT). The theoretical
framework consists of theories, principles, generalizations and research findings which

are closely related to the present study under investigation. It is in this framework where

the present research problem understudy evolved. Authors of these theories and

principles should be cited. As much as possible research findings and theories should be

correct. Provide discussion on the relevance of the theory/theories to the study.

Conceptual Framework

The conceptual framework is the schematic diagram (figure) which shows the

variables included in the study. Arrows or line should be properly placed and connected

between boxes to show the relationship between the independent and dependent

variables. All the independent and dependent variables should be clearly discussed and

explained how these would influence the results of the study. The figure should be

illustrated in the preceding page (separate page) with no other discussions.

Statement of the Problem

There should be an introductory statement which reflects the main problem of the

study. Sub-problem should be stated in such a way that it is not answerable by either yes,

no, when and where. Sub-problems should include all the independent and moderate

variables which are reflected in the conceptual framework. Sub–problems should be

arranged in logical order and extensive in coverage and must be mutually exclusive in its

dimensions. For example, This study aims to determine the relationship among students’

metacognitive awareness, achievement in Science and teachers’ metacognitive-based

teaching strategies.

Specifically, this research sought answers to the following questions:

1. What is the profile of students in terms of:

 1.1 Sex

1.2 Attitude towards Science

1.3 Study Habits

2. What is the students’ level of metacognitive awareness in terms of:

2.1 Knowledge of Cognition

2.2 Regulation of Cognition

3. Which among the profile variables correlate with students’ level of

metacognitive awareness?

4. What is the students’ level of achievement in Science?

5. Is metacognitive awareness related to students’ achievement in Science?

Null Hypothesis/es

Hypotheses are tentative statements about given population. They serve as

tentative answer to one or more of the research questions and are subjected to statistical

tests. The hypothesis should be stated in a testable form: the level of significance usually

at .05 level should be set before setting.

Significance of the Study

This section describes the contributions of the study to the body of knowledge.

This could be in the form of new knowledge in the field, a check on the major findings of

other studies, a check on the validity of findings in a different population, a check on

trends over time and a check on the other findings using different methodology. It

discusses the importance of the study to the society, the country, the government, the

community, the institution, the agency concerned, the curriculum planners and

developers and to the researchers. It expounds on the study’s probable impact to

education, science, technology, on-going researchers and etc. Identify the different

individual or groups who would benefit result of your study. Arrange them in hierarchal

manner.

Example: The findings of this study would be beneficial to the following:

Regional Science Supervisor. Indent the first word. As individuals in higher

authority, they have greater influence in the making of programs and projects in the

Department of Education. As such, they would be informed of the results of the study as

evidence to initiate the conduct of innovative in-service trainings or seminars focusing on

teaching techniques and strategies that enhance the level of students’ metacognitive

awareness. Hence, results from this study would provide evidenced-based decisions

particularly in institutionalizing metacognition integration in teaching.

School Head. As the leader of the school, the school head plays a crucial role of

instructional leadership. This study would provide a significant input for instructional

supervision to teacher subordinates. School heads are in the position to provide support

and assistance to teachers to utilize metacognitive teaching strategies not only in teaching

Science but to other subject areas as well.

Science Teachers. Being at the frontline of the implementation of educational

curricula, teachers play a highly significant role in the delivery of quality instruction. As

such, this study would help Science Teachers improve their ways of Science teaching.

Knowledge of the results of this study would provide teachers greater awareness of their

teaching practices with emphasis on their metacognitive teaching skills. Being aware of

such skills is vital in performing their roles in transforming students to become

independent learners.
Scope and Delimitations of the Study

This section explains the nature, coverage, and time frame of the study. It presents

in brief the subject area of investigation, the place, the time period, or school year

covered. It discusses the variables included in the study and the exclusion of other

variables which are expected to be included. It indicates the extent of capability of results

arising from the sampling population.

Example. The main variables covered in this study include teachers’

metacognitive-based teaching strategies, students’ metacognitive awareness, and

achievement in Science. The profile variables considered are students’ sex, attitudes

toward Science and study habits.

Definition of Terms

The terms to be operationally defined are those used throughout the study and

may be a word or phrase, usually taken from the title, the statement of the problem or

hypothesis. The terms should be arranged in alphabetical order and the definitions should

be stated in complete sentences.

 Chapter II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

3 single spaces

This chapter discusses the review of related literature and studies. Arrange your

literature and studies from broad to specific. Arrange presentation by topics, issues or

themes and based on the variables discussed in the problem (presented with subheadings

or topical presentation). Make sure to use proper connectives or conjunctions. Observe

continuity and coherence of ideas. Last paragraph should be a synthesis of the related

literature highlighting similarities and differences.

Literature Review

This section starts with a brief introductory paragraph concerning the researcher’s

exploration of related literature and studies on the research problem. This also reviews

what has been done and what has not been done about the problem and identifies the gap.

Related literature includes research findings, published or unpublished theories

and principles formulated by experts or authorities in some field or discipline; and ideas

or opinions of experts contained in books, pamphlets, magazines and periodicals. It

should be written in terms of the purpose of the study. It should give more weight to

studies considered more authoritative as evaluated and should give reference to primary

rather than secondary sources. It should be organized thematically to conform with the

specific problems. It should be synthesized such that evidence from all the studies

reviewed would get an overall understanding of the state of knowledge in the problem

area. In-text citation (narrative or parenthetical) must be observed using the APA format.
 Chapter III

METHODOLOGY

This discusses the research design, research locale, population sampling or

respondents of the study, research instruments, validation, ethical consideration, data

gathering procedure, method of scoring and the statistical treatment of data.

(Note: This section may vary in parts depending on the research design being

utilized. This sample is only for non-experimental design)

Research Design

Discuss the research approach then the research design. Define the design (cite

citation). Provide discussion on the appropriateness of the research design to the study.

Research Locale

This discusses the place or setting of the study. It describes in brief the place

where the study is conducted. Only important features which have the bearing on the

present study are included. Shows the target population. Map is optional (If included

must be in one full page)

Respondents and Sampling of the Study

Respondents. This describes the target population and the sample frame. It should

include the justification of the choice of respondents, inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Sampling Technique. This specifies the sampling technique used and how the

sample size is determined. The sample or sample group is a proportion of the population

that is chosen for the study for the purpose of drawing inference from the sample to the

population of interest. For non-controlled designs like descriptive or survey researches,

samples or respondents may be determined through acceptable sampling techniques. You

may use applicable sample size calculator for your research study. Discuss details of

method employed.

Research Instrument

This section identifies the different instruments/tools to be employed to answer

the research problems. This explains the specific type of research instrument used such as

questionnaire, checklist, questionnaire checklists, structured interview, teacher– made

test, standardized instrument which are adopted or borrowed with permission from the

author or from other sources. The parts of the instruments should be explained and what

bits of information are derived.

Validation of Research Instrument

If the researcher developed instruments to carry on the research objectives, there

is a need to discuss the validation methods for the development of the instrument. For

example, the conduct of pilot testing (or dry-run) of the instrument was done through 40

students with the same characteristics of those target respondents. Item analysis for

researcher-developed tests was done to establish reliability of the instruments using the

Cronbach’s alpha.

The establishment of validity should be based on the standard procedures.

Specific and appropriate statistical test used should be given and the computed values

derived. Interpretation should be included in the discussions.

Ethical Considerations

Describe the ethical considerations in the conduct of the study. Consider data

privacy, handling of data, disposal of data, identity of the respondents, etc.

Data Gathering Procedure

Describe all procedures to be used by the researcher in collecting and organizing

the data. Indicate also communications required to gather data.

Method of Scoring

Data analysis for quantitative methods. This includes the description of the

scoring procedure for each of the variables of the study indicated in the statement of the

problem and the corresponding scale for the interpretation of the result. Observe proper

citation

Statistical Analysis of Data

Explain how each statistical test is used in the treatment of data. If the research

instrument included options which are scaled, explain how each scale is given the weight,

its interval and class limits.

 Chapter IV

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

Start this section with an introductory statement about the preceding discussions.

Give the reader a brief background of what is expected …

Title of Main Problem No. 1

Before you give the full discussion of the findings, briefly give a background. Full

discussion comes after the table presentation.

Table 1 Profile of the Respondents

Findings of Main Problem No. 2

Findings of Main Problem No. 3

 Chapter V

SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION

Start this section with an introductory statement about the preceding discussions.

Give the reader a brief background of what is expected …

Summary of Findings

Present the research questions and the significant findings.

Conclusions

Conclusions must be based on the findings.

Recommendations

Recommendations must be based on the conclusions.

 REFERENCES

This include all materials used and reviewed by the researcher, such as books,

professional magazines, periodicals, journals, thesis or dissertation (published or

unpublished). Monographs, speeches and modules, web page or internet, etc. In the

choice of bibliographic materials, the following should be considered: Relatedness to the

research problem. Inclusion of recent publications (PREFERRABLY IN THE LAST

FIVE YEARS). Write the references entries in APA format.

Example:

Hong, X., Liu, L., Bice, S., & Coates, H. (2021). Evaluating University Social
Contribution: Insights and Concepts from Chinese Higher Education. In Springer
eBooks (pp. 49–69). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-70013-3_4.

Espiritu, R. D. (2021). Awareness and Competency of pre-service teachers on the

Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST): A basis for training
program. Journal - a Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed Journal, 7(11), 83–105.
 APPENDICES

Append all documents like the communication letters, research instruments, and

performance tests (if any), sample statistical computations.

The Parts of the Research Proposal
Preliminary Parts
 Title Page
 Acknowledgments
 Table of Contents
 List of Figures
 List of Appendices
 Abstract

Chapter I – THE PROBLEM AND BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Background of the Study
Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
Statement of the Problem
Null Hypothesis/es
Significance of the Study
Scope and Delimitation of the Study
Definition of Terms

Chapter II - REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Literature Review

Chapter III – METHODOLOGY

Research Design
Research Locale
Respondents and Sampling of the Study
Research Instrument
Validation of Instrument
Ethical Considerations
Data Gathering Procedure
Methods of Scoring
Statistical Analysis of Data

References
(Alphabetized and hanging indented with one single space between source)

Appendices
Appendix A – Communication Letters
Appendix B – The Research Instruments
Appendix C – Approved Title and Adviser’s Commitment
Appendix D – Research Adviser Consultations Log

The Parts of the Full Thesis

Preliminary Parts
 Title Page
 Approval Sheet
 Acceptance Sheet
 Acknowledgments
 Table of Contents
 List of tables (if necessary)
 List of Figures
 List of Appendices
 Abstract

Chapter I – THE PROBLEM AND BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Background of the Study
Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
Statement of the Problem
Null Hypothesis/es
Significance of the Study
Scope and Delimitation of the Study
Definition of Terms

Chapter II - REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Literature Review

Chapter III – METHODOLOGY

Research Design
Research Locale
Respondents and Sampling of the Study
Research Instrument
Validation of Instrument
Ethical Considerations
Data Gathering Procedure
Methods of Scoring
Statistical Analysis of Data

Chapter IV – PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

Findings of Main Problem No. 1
Findings of Main Problem No. 2
Findings of Main Problem No. 3

Chapter V – SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION

The summary includes the Summary of the methodology and Summary of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations

References
(Alphabetized and hanging indented with one single space between source)

Appendices
Appendix A – Communication Letters
Appendix B – The Research Instruments
Appendix C – Sample Computations/Tables/other evidences
Appendix D – Approved Title and Adviser’s Commitment
Appendix E – Research Adviser Consultations Log

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

 Use APA style in all citations. Complete details of authors must be indicated in the
bibliography. Use the “Insert Citation” feature in the Microsoft document.
 PLAGIARISM is prohibited. Do not copy the entire text from the source, paraphrase
instead (15% similarity).
 Always acknowledge source in all lifted statements. Include only source from
accepted academic reference and journals. (GOOGLE SCHOLAR, MENDELEY,
ETC)
 Wiki, blogs are not accepted references.
 Use of future perfect tense is for research proposals ONLY. Adjust tenses for the final
manuscript.
 Refer to APA Manual for details of proper citations.
 Margins: 1 inch on top, right side, and bottom; and 1.5 inch on the leftside
 Font style: Times New Roman
 Font size: #12
 Spacing: double space between text (except appendices – may use different format)
 Subsections (must be 3 single spaces from the preceding paragraph
 Start a paragraph 3 single spaces from the chapter title
 Always start a chapter in a new page (page number must not appear on the beginning
of each
 chapter) Add page number: Arabic numerals/top – right side for main chapters
 For preliminary pages, page numbers must be at the bottom and use lower case (i, ii,
iii....) Title page is considered page i (but page number must not be seen). Page 1
begin at chapter 1 (also page number must not be seen)

Thesis Writing Committee:

RICHARD S. BRUN, PhD

Head, Science & Math Educ. Dept.

JOEL A. ALFARERO, EdD CHERIE GUY B. GIRAY

CAPED Faculty BEED Faculty

Prof. LIEZEL FABRIGARAS Prof. JOIE C. MANADONG

BEEd Faculty BTVTED Faculty

Prof. NELSON F. MANADONG Prof. RALPH ANTHONY R. CUENTO

BTVTED Faculty BTVTED Faculty

Prof. RICKY P. ALALID Prof. MARIA ALEJA SANDRA T. ACIDRE

SMED Faculty SMED Faculty