Practical Research 1 Lesson 1 Research and Its Importance PDF

Unit 1: Nature of Research Lesson 1 Research and Its Importance Practical Research 1 Senior High School Applied - Academic  LPO1: Mindful, Self-directed LEARNERS and ROLE MODELS I am a mindful, self-directed learner a...

Unit 1: Nature of Research Lesson 1 Research and Its Importance Practical Research 1 Senior High School Applied - Academic  LPO1: Mindful, Self-directed LEARNERS and ROLE MODELS I am a mindful, self-directed learner and role model, consciously expressing my Faith. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 22 How are human innovations made possible? EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 3  Define research and the Learning different types of research. Objectives At the end of the Explain the academic and lesson, you should practical importance of doing be able to do the following: research. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 44  1. Why is research important? 1. How does research affect your daily life? EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 55  Defining Research Research is “the systematic study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions” (Oxford English Dictionary, as cited in O’Leary 2004). EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 6  Individual curiosities Everyday life Random experiences observations Defining Question Research Research begins with a question. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 7 Defining Research Question Answer You do research when you gather information to seek answers to your question. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 88 Defining Research Observation: Question: You have a hard time falling “Why do I have a hard time asleep at night when you falling asleep when I take a drink a chocolate-flavored chocolate-flavored drink at drink before sleeping. night?” Answer: Gathered information: Some of the ingredients in The list of ingredients of the the chocolate-flavored drink chocolate-flavored drink and are known to boost energy their uses levels. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 99  Types of Research Basic research Applied research Purpose: Purpose: To gain broader To find solutions to understanding of a actual problems particular problem or phenomenon EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 10  Types of Research Basic research Applied research Outcome: Outcome: New ideas, concepts, New ideas and concepts and/or theories that that have direct real-life broaden understanding application but may not be applicable in real life EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 11 Basic research is mostly theoretical and is not directly applicable to real-life problems and concerns. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 12 Examples of Basic Research The role of the government in providing basic social services Therapeutic effects of pet ownership Parenting styles across different Asian cultures EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 13  Applied research has obvious and immediate applications. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 14 Examples of Applied Research The effectiveness of vaccines in preventing infectious diseases The effectiveness of social media advertisements in increasing sales EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 15 Remember Basic research produces knowledge to understand the world better. Applied research uses this knowledge in the daily lives of people. 16 Types of Research informs Basic Research Applied Research can lead to more Basic research and applied research are related to each other. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 17 17 Types of Research informs Basic Research Applied Research can lead to more Example: A study of chemical components (basic research) can lead to the development of medicines based on this knowledge (applied research). Further research on these products can lead back to basic research. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 18 18  Doing research is important because… It helps us understand the world Importance better. of Research It allows us to find answers to problems. It enables us to evaluate our answers to different problems. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 19 How can I do basic or applied research in my field of study? 20 Practice Think of two researchable questions based on everyday life experiences, encounters, or observations. If you were to seek answers to these questions, classify which type of research is applicable (basic/applied). EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 21  Quick Check This is the type of research that is most useful for practical purposes. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 22 22  Quick Check This is the type of research that generates new knowledge, ideas, concepts, or theories. EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 23 23  Quick Check Classify this research topic as basic or applied research: A study on effective teaching methods for children under 5 years old EVALUAT ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 24 24  Wrap Up Research is a systematic process of gathering information to answer a question or solve a problem. 25 Wrap Up 26  Bibliography Booth, Wayne C., Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams. The Craft of Research, 3rd ed. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press, 2008. Neuman, W. Lawrence. Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, 7th ed. Essex: Pearson Education Limited, 2014. O’Leary, Zina. The Essential Guide to Doing Research. London: SAGE Publications Ltd., 2004. Schutt, Russell K. Investigating the Social World: The Process and Practice of Research, 9th ed. California: SAGE Publications Inc., 2019. Vanderstoep, Scott W., and Deirdre D. Johnston. Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2009. 27