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OUTLINE OF THE RESEARCH PAPER Prepared by: CHERIE L. LOGATOC Teacher III CONVENTIONAL OUTLINE OF AN ACADEMIC RESEARCH A research paper is divided into chapters which are then subdivided into various components of the research study. 1. Title Clear and concise description of the...

OUTLINE OF THE RESEARCH PAPER Prepared by: CHERIE L. LOGATOC Teacher III CONVENTIONAL OUTLINE OF AN ACADEMIC RESEARCH A research paper is divided into chapters which are then subdivided into various components of the research study. 1. Title Clear and concise description of the research topic. 2. Abstract A brief summary of the research, including the problem, methods, results, and conclusions. Typically 150-250 words. 3. Chapter 1: The Problem and Its Background A. Introduction, Background Information: Provides context and background information to help the reader understand the research topic. B. Statement of the Problem: States the problem or issue being investigated. Research Questions or Hypothesis: Defines the research questions or hypotheses the study addresses. C. Scope and Delimitation: The scope details what your study will explore, such as the target population, extent, or study duration. Delimitations are factors and variables not included in the study D. Significance of the Study: Explains the importance and potential impact of the research. 4. Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature Reviews existing research on the topic. Identifies gaps in the literature or areas where further research is needed. Establishes the theoretical framework or conceptual foundation of the study. A. Review of Related Studies B. Conceptual/Theoretical Framework C. Hypothesis D. Definition of Terms 5. Chapter 3: Research Methodology a. Research Design: Describes the approach (qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods). b. Participants/Sample: Details about the participants or subjects, including how they were selected. c. Data Collection Methods: Explains how data was gathered (e.g., surveys, experiments, interviews). d. Data Analysis: Describes the techniques used to analyze the data (e.g., statistical methods, thematic analysis). e. Ethical Considerations: Outlines any ethical issues addressed in the research process.  6. Chapter 4: Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data Presents the findings of the study.Includes tables, figures, or charts to visually represent data. Summarizes key patterns or trends observed. A. Presentation of Data B. Analysis C. Interpretation D. Discussion Interprets the results in the context of the research questions or hypotheses. Compares the findings with previous research. Discusses implications, limitations, and potential applications of the findings. 7. Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations Summarizes the main findings of the research. Reflects on the study’s contributions to the field. Suggests areas for future research or next steps in the investigation. 8. References/Bibliography Lists all the sources cited in the paper, formatted according to a specific citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago). 9. Appendices (if applicable) Includes supplementary material like raw data, questionnaires, or additional tables. Should only include information that is too detailed for the main sections of the paper.