1. Republic of the Philippines
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE STUDIES
General Santos City
(083) 380-7774
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Number : EDUC 200 Section/ Day/ Time: Saturday, 9:00-12:00
Course Description : Methods of Research Instructor: Dr. Maria Theresa P. Pelones
Course Credit : 3 units e-mail: pilmathe1973@gmail.com
Time Duration : 18 meetings
Class Group :
Group E-mail :
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course aims to introduce the basic ideas, concepts and principles of research methodology, the problem, methods of research, preparation of
research instruments designed to arrive at exact analysis and interpretation of data.
II. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
· Show understanding on underlying concepts, principles and basic methods of research
· Demonstrate skills in utilizing research process.
· Apply research process in constructing thesis proposal
· Conduct Group Participatory Action Research and Rapid Rural Appraisal System.
· Defend Thesis Proposal to the Panel in examiners.
III. COURSE CONTENT
Focus Date Specific Task Learning Evidence Assessment Materials
1. Introduction of
Research DAY2
1.1. Definition, Purpose, characteristics, differences, kinds
and classification of Research, Qualities of Good
Research, Qualities of Good Researcher Hindrances
of scientific Inquiry, Major needs and problems
demand Research, Values of Research to Man,
Types of Research, Classification of Research, The
variable, Components of Research Process,
1.2. Qualities of Good Research Instrument
Validity, Types of validity, reliability, methods in
testing the reliability of research instrument, usability,
determining factors of usability of research
Individual Activity:
Assess strength of researcher
Present three probable research topic or abstract
based on their interest or field of specialization
Differentiate a reliability, validity and usability

2. 2. The Research
Problem and
Objectives
DAY3 The Research Problems, characteristics of a Research
Problem, Sources of Research Problem, The Research
Objectives, Statement of the Problem/Objectives,
Hypothesis, Theoretical and Conceptual Framework,
Assumptions, Significance of the Study, Scope and
Delimitation of the Study
Students should provide at least 5 latest local
and 5 foreign research problems and present it
to the class ( 2005 to present)
3. Related
Literature and
Studies
DAY 4 3.1.Importance of Related Literature and Studies
3.2, Purpose and Functions of related studies,
3.3 Characteristics,
3.4. Sources and Where to locate the sources,
3.5 Related Legal Bases, Related Literature, Related
Studies( Local, Foreign)
3.6. Definition of Terms: Conceptual and Operational
Present 3 probable Research Problems From
the Approved research problem, identify the
Dependent and Independent variables and its
sub-components
Gather related data from different sources
basing the approved problem, arrange the data
according to themes and the studies presented
Construct Conceptual Framework
Defining terms according to its conceptual and
operational meaning
DAY5 PRELIM EXAMINATION
4. Research
Methods/
Research
Designs
DAY 6 4.1.Historical Design: Uses of historical research, major steps
of historical designs, sources of historical research
4.2.Descriptive Design: Meaning, characteristic, value,
importance and advantages, techniques, Types of Descriptive
Research : Descriptive- Survey, Descriptive-normative survey,
Descriptive-status, Descriptive-analysis, Descriptive
classification, descriptive-evaluative, descriptive-comparative,
correlational survey, longitudinal survey
4.3. Experimental Design: Meaning, concepts of causation,
distinguishing features, experimental designs, experimental
plan, Types of Experimental Designs: Single-group design,
Two-group design, two-pair group design, parallel group
design, counterbalanced or latin square design, complete
randomized design, randomized complete block design,
correlational Design, Pre-test and Post test design, case study
design, Case work, Content Analysis
Identify the Research Methods to be used in the
study
Differentiate the three types of design
1. Historical
2. Descriptive
3. Experimental
Construct research design using
1. Descriptive
2. Experimental

3. 5. Sampling
Designs
DAY 7 5.1. Definition, Purpose, Terminologies, Principles,
advantages and Disadvantages of Sampling,
Planning a Sample Survey,
5.2. Determination of Sample Size
5.3. Sampling Design: (A) Scientific Sampling: Restricted
random sampling, unrestricted random sampling,
stratified random sampling, systematic sampling,
multistage sampling, cluster sampling (B)
Nonscientific sampling: Purposive Sampling,
Incidental sampling, Quota sampling
Describe the sample designs
Apply the sample design fitted to the chosen
problem
Compute the sample size
Customize sampling design to the chosen
respondents
6. Collection of
Data
DAY 8 6.1. Classification of Data According to Source, Selecting
method of collecting Data, Research Instruments or
Tools
6.2. The Questionnaire: Definition, Advantages and
Disadvantages, Construction of Questionnaire, Types
of Questions, Guidelines in Formulation, Problems in
responses, evidence of misleading questions, the
cover letter, evaluating the questionnaire, sample
questionnaires
6.3. The Interview: Purpose and uses of interview,
advantages and disadvantages, types of classes of
interviews, interview as instruments, steps/ pointers,
what to avoid in interview
Present sample questionnaires
Construct survey questionnaires
And validation
Construct Guide Questions for Interview
Conduct interviews
7. Data
Processing
DAY 9 7.1. Data Processing: Definition
7.2. Data Matrix: Types of matrices (Univariate matrix,
bivariate, multivariate)
7.3. Dummy tables
Construct data matrix
8. Statistical
Treatment
DAY10 8.1. Univariate Statistical Treatment, Bivariate Statistical
Treatment, Multivariate Statistical Treatment
8.2. Frequency Distribution and Graphical
Representation
8.3. Descriptive Statistics: Measures of Central Tendency,
Measures of Variability, Normal Distribution of
Standard, Measures of Relative Variability, Measures
of Kurtosis, Measures of Skewness
8.4. Inferential Statistics: Correlation, Chi-square, z-test
means, t-test, f-test, Kruskal-Wallis One-way Analysis
of variance by ranks, Friedman Two-way analysis of
variance by ranks
Identify statistical tool
DAY11 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
9. Data Analysis,
Presentation
and
Interpretation
of Data
DAY12 9.1. Data Analysis: Types of Data Analysis (Univariate
Analysis, Bivariate Analysis, Multivariate Analysis,
Normative Analysis, Status Analysis, Descriptive
Analysis, Classification Analysis, Evaluative Analysis,
Comparative Analysis)
9.2. Presentation of Data: Textual presentation, tabular
presentation, Graphical Presentation, Purpose of
Graphing, Advantages and Limitations of Graphs,
Types of graphs, construction of Individual Graphs
Parade of Sample Data Presentations
Analyze the data

4. 9.3. Group Derive Generalization
10. Summary,
Conclusions
and
Recommendati
ons
10.1.Summary of Findings
10.2. Conclusion and Some dangers to avoid in drawing up
conclusions
10.3. Recommendations
Formulate Conclusion and Recommendations
11. Thesis
Proposal
Writing
DAY
12,13,14
11.1.Writing Requirements
11.2. Content and Structure of Thesis Proposal: The
Problem: Rationale and Background, Review of
Related Literature, Methodology, Materials and
methods, results and discussion, summary,
conclusion and recommendations, Schedule of
Activities, Bibliography, Curriculum Vitae
11.3. Form and Styles of a Research Paper, Thesis and
Dissertations
(Individual Paper)
Thesis Writing Proposal
DAY 15 FINAL EXAMINATION
DAY
16,17,18
Batch 1 Presentation of Output to panel of examiners
IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Individual Reporting
2. Group Presentations of develop or research activities
3. Proposal Presentation with panel of examiners
4. Written Examination
5. Writing reports of tryouts
6. Thesis Proposal
V. GRADING SCALE
1. Attendance ……………………………………………………………. 5%
2. Written Examination ……………………………………………………………… 20%
3. Individual Output ……………………………………………………………… 75%
Required Entries
a. Active Participation …………………………………………………………. 25%
(Handouts of oral report, Individual Written Report)
b. Presentation of Thesis Proposal for Panel of Examiners ……………… (15%)
c. Individual Thesis Proposal ………………………………………………… (35%)
i. Research Problem
1. The Problem
2. Statement of the Problem
3. Scope and Delimitation
4. Significance of the Study
ii. Review of Related Literature and Studies
1. Background of the study
2. Related Literature
3. Related Studies
4. Definition of Terms
iii. Methodology
1. Research Design

5. 2. Research Locale and Sampling
3. Research Methodology
iv. Bibliography
v. Appendices
vi. Curriculum Vitae
TOTAL ================ 100%
VI. COURSE REFERENCES
· Fraenkel, J. and Wallen, N.(2007) How to Design and Evaluate Research in Education, 6th Edition, McGraw Hills Companies, Inc. New York.
· Calmorin, L. and Calmorin,M..(2007) Research Methods and Thesis Writing2nd Edition, Rex Bookstore, Inc. Sampaloc, Metro Manila.
· Calmorin, Laurentina. (2010). Research and Statistics with Computer. National Book Store, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila.
· Calderon, J. and Gonzales, E. (1993). Methods of Research and Thesis Writing.National Bookstore, Incorporated, Mandaluyong City,
Philippines
· Tejero, Erlinda G. (2011). A Simplified Approach to Thesis and Dissertation Writing. National Bookstore Incorporated. Mandaluyong city, Philippines
· Bermudo, Pedrito; Araojo, Aurora; Morales, Minerva and Yango, Antonio (2010). Research Writing Made Easy: A Modular Approach for Collegiate and
Graduate Students. Mindshapers Company Incorporated. Intramuros, Manila, Philippines
· Garcia,A., Bongolan, V., Nuevo, JJ, Profeta,M.,Malaborbor, P., Gamboa,D.,Padama, E., and Hilario, D. (2011). Research: Simplified Guide to
Thesis Writing, Booklore Publishing Corporation, Philippines
Prepared by: Noted by:
MARIA THERESA P. PELONES, DM WILFRED D. BIDAD
Instructor Dean
Graduate Schools

6. 2. Research Locale and Sampling
3. Research Methodology
iv. Bibliography
v. Appendices
vi. Curriculum Vitae
TOTAL ================ 100%
VI. COURSE REFERENCES
· Fraenkel, J. and Wallen, N.(2007) How to Design and Evaluate Research in Education, 6th Edition, McGraw Hills Companies, Inc. New York.
· Calmorin, L. and Calmorin,M..(2007) Research Methods and Thesis Writing2nd Edition, Rex Bookstore, Inc. Sampaloc, Metro Manila.
· Calmorin, Laurentina. (2010). Research and Statistics with Computer. National Book Store, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila.
· Calderon, J. and Gonzales, E. (1993). Methods of Research and Thesis Writing.National Bookstore, Incorporated, Mandaluyong City,
Philippines
· Tejero, Erlinda G. (2011). A Simplified Approach to Thesis and Dissertation Writing. National Bookstore Incorporated. Mandaluyong city, Philippines
· Bermudo, Pedrito; Araojo, Aurora; Morales, Minerva and Yango, Antonio (2010). Research Writing Made Easy: A Modular Approach for Collegiate and
Graduate Students. Mindshapers Company Incorporated. Intramuros, Manila, Philippines
· Garcia,A., Bongolan, V., Nuevo, JJ, Profeta,M.,Malaborbor, P., Gamboa,D.,Padama, E., and Hilario, D. (2011). Research: Simplified Guide to
Thesis Writing, Booklore Publishing Corporation, Philippines
Prepared by: Noted by:
MARIA THERESA P. PELONES, DM WILFRED D. BIDAD
Instructor Dean
Graduate Schools