Research Title Writing Techniques
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What does the content suggest as a strategy for narrowing a broad research topic into a specific research question?

  • Consulting experts in the field and discussing potential research questions with them.
  • Conducting a comprehensive literature review to identify gaps in knowledge.
  • Focusing the research on a specific historical period or geographical location.
  • All of the above. (correct)

    • What is the purpose of examining the literature when narrowing a research topic?

  • To replicate previous research projects exactly.
  • To challenge findings or attempt to refute a relationship.
  • To discover unexpected findings or extend existing explanations.
  • All of the above. (correct)

    • What does the content suggest about the importance of considering a specific context when narrowing a research topic?

  • It helps to focus the research on a specific historical period.
  • It helps to narrow the research to a specific society or geographic unit.
  • It helps to consider subgroups or categories of people involved.
  • All of the above. (correct)

    • According to the content, what should be considered when narrowing a research topic to a research question?

    <p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can talking over ideas with others help in narrowing a research topic?

    <p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT mentioned in the text as a strategy for narrowing a research topic?

    <p>Analyzing existing data to identify patterns and trends. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of narrowing a broad research topic?

    <p>To ensure that the research is focused and specific. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what is the role of defining the aim or desired outcome of the research?

    <p>It helps to clarify the purpose of the research. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following research topics would be most suitable for a qualitative study focusing on the impact of social media on individuals?

    <p>The experiences and perspectives of individuals who have overcome online bullying and harassment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following research topics would be most appropriate for a quantitative study investigating the impact of technology on society?

    <p>A statistical analysis of the correlation between the use of smartphones and the decline in face-to-face social interactions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which research topic would be best suited for a study exploring the potential of new technologies in addressing environmental challenges?

    <p>The effectiveness of using drones for monitoring deforestation and pollution levels in specific regions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following research titles suggests a qualitative research approach?

    <p>The Lived Experiences of Individuals Affected by Climate Change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A research study that seeks to understand the meaning behind the experiences of individuals who have faced prejudice and discrimination would be most likely to use which research approach?

    <p>Qualitative (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following research topics would be best suited for a quantitative study exploring the relationship between technology and education?

    <p>The effect of digital distractions on student focus and attention during online learning. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A researcher wants to investigate the effectiveness of a new online learning platform on student performance. Which type of research methodology would be most appropriate?

    <p>Quantitative (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A researcher wants to explore the experiences of individuals who have transitioned from traditional employment to freelance work. Which research approach would be most appropriate?

    <p>Qualitative (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Research Title

    A title that clearly reflects the research topic, is original, clear, concise, and specific.

    Broad vs. Specific Topics

    Broad topics encompass general ideas, while specific topics focus on particular aspects or case studies.

    Narrowing a Topic

    The process of refining a broad subject into a focused research question.

    Examine the Literature

    Review previous research to identify gaps or areas for further exploration.

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    Discuss Ideas

    Engage with knowledgeable individuals to shape and refine research questions.

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    Specific Context

    Narrowing research to a particular time, place, or social group.

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    Research Aim

    The goal of the study, whether exploratory, explanatory, or descriptive.

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    Applied vs. Basic Research

    Applied research seeks practical solutions, while basic research aims to expand knowledge without immediate real-world application.

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    Gender Inequality

    The disparity in treatment and opportunities between genders.

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    Consumer Psychology

    The study of how people's thoughts, beliefs, and feelings influence their buying decisions.

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    Qualitative Research

    A method focused on understanding human experiences and social phenomena through interviews and observations.

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    Quantitative Research

    A method that uses numerical data and statistics to draw conclusions.

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    Post-Traumatic Growth

    Positive change experienced as a result of overcoming adversity and trauma.

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    Sociophobia

    An extreme fear of social situations that can lead to avoidance behavior.

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    Behavioral Problems

    Issues that affect a person's behavior, often stemming from psychological factors.

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    Environmental Stewardship

    Responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation and sustainable practices.

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    Study Notes

    Writing a Research Title

    • Research titles should clearly reflect the research topic.
    • Research titles should be original.
    • Research titles should be clear, concise, and specific.

    Broad and Specific Topics

    • Broad Topics:
      • Lack of Self-confidence
      • Smoking Hazards
      • Marketable Popular Garment Brand
      • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
    • Specific Topics:
      • Lack of Self-confidence in Adolescents: Root Causes, Manifestation, and Interventions
      • Health Hazards of Direct and Indirect Smoking: Prevention and cure
      • Marketability of a Popular Garment Brand: A Case Study
      • HIV: Causes, Prevention, Treatment and Care

    Techniques for Narrowing a Topic into a Research Question

    • Examine the Literature
    • Talk over ideas with others
    • Apply to a specific context
    • Define the aim or desired outcome of the study

    Examine the Literature

    • Replicate previous research projects with slight variations.
    • Explore unexpected findings from previous research.
    • Follow suggestions for future research provided by authors.
    • Extend existing explanations/theories to new topics/settings.
    • Challenge existing findings/relationships.

    Talk over Ideas with Others

    • Ask knowledgeable people about the topic for questions.
    • Engage with people who hold differing opinions on the subject.
    • Discuss potential research questions with others.

    Apply to a Specific Context

    • Focus the topic on a specific historical period or time period.
    • Narrow the topic to a specific society or geographic unit.
    • Consider subgroups/categories of people/units involved.
    • Determine if differences exist among these groups.

    Define the Aim or Desired Outcome of the Study

    • Determine if the research question is for an exploratory, explanatory, or descriptive study.
    • Decide if the study will involve applied or basic research.

    Other Topics of Interest

    • Poverty, informal settlements in congested cities, transportation issues, and human rights
    • Gender inequality, transgender issues, family/individual struggles, sibling rivalry, infidelity, financial crises, unemployment
    • Online/e-commerce business: products that sell on-line vs. those that do not; buyer/consumer behaviour in online contexts;
    • Online games: positive and negative effects on gamers (example)
    • Behavioural problems: extreme shyness; being a loner; sociophobia (example)

    Examples of Research Titles of Actual Studies

    • (Qualitative):*
    • Experiences of Reaction and Coping of Filipino Fathers and Mothers During and After a Natural Disaster.
    • The lived experiences of trauma and post-traumatic growth of women with a history of social abuse.
    • Employee Commitment to Environmental stewardship as a component of Corporate Social Responsibility
    • The meaning behind the journey toward Acceptance: An Interpretative Phenomenological analysis of accounts of parents of transgender women
    • (Quantitative):*
    • The potential of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa in reducing phosphate in polluted waters.
    • Establishing hydroponics farming in Pasig City.
    • Economic Benefits of Cityhood: The case of Tarlac City.
    • The socio-psychological effects of the soap opera Rubi on selected college women in the Mandiola Consortium.

    Before Making a Final Decision on Your Topic

    • Identify topics that are not covered in classroom lessons/discussions.
    • Determine how the research can be useful to learners, the local community, and the wider world (i.e., the Philippines, ASEAN, and beyond.)

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    This quiz focuses on the essential techniques for crafting effective research titles. It covers the importance of clarity, originality, and specificity in titles, alongside methods for transforming broad topics into focused research questions. Test your understanding of how to effectively narrow down research ideas.

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