The RESEARCH

PROCESS
michael.lopez c 2010

Objectives:
Define RESEARCH and describe the process of
writing it
Explain the different research methods

Identify the best method in carrying out the

chosen research topic
Discuss the different types of Technical
Reports (brochures, pamphlets, instructional
manuals, guides etc.) Proposals (research,
business, or project)

Define RESEARCH and

describe the process of
writing it
What is research?
In what ways will research be important
in the career field you have chosen?

Define RESEARCH and

describe the process of
writing it
RESEARCH:
- To search again, to take another more
careful look, and to find out more
(Selltiz, et al. 1971)
- Systematic, objective, and
comprehensive investigation of a
certain phenomenon (Kerlinger 1986)
- Investigation undertaken to discover
new facts or to get additional
information (Webster)

STRUCTURE OF TECHNICAL/
RESEARCH REPORT
1.) The introductory paragraphs
- explain the subject/topic
- relate past studies or previous
researches about the subject
- state the purpose and the
significance of the present research,
and ends with the thesis statement
or the research problem

STRUCTURE OF TECHNICAL/
RESEARCH REPORT
2.) The Body
- Longest and most substantial part
- Includes critical review of related
materials & studies
- Describe the research design and
method
- Presents, analyzes, and interprets
the data gathered (tables/ graphs
may be used to support ideas)

STRUCTURE OF TECHNICAL/
RESEARCH REPORT
c.) The Concluding Paragraphs
- presents the summary of the study
- Conclusions
- Recommendations
Generated after analyzing and
evaluating the data.

Editing Stage
A.
1.
2.
3.

On Topic & Support

Is the topic clearly presented?
Has it been adequately narrowed?
Is the thesis sufficiently supported
by the details?
4. Are the details clear and
convincing?

Editing Stage
B. On Organization
1. Are ideas logically and clearly
presented?
2. Are there appropriate transitions
within and between the
paragraphs?
3. Does the research report contain
all the necessary parts?
4. Are the parts of the research report
coherent and adequately
discussed?

Editing Stage
C. On the use of Sources
1. Are sources used varied?
2. Are they properly cited or
documented?
3. Are the sources indicated in a
bibliography or list of references?
4. Are the entries in the list complete?

Editing Stage
D. On Style and Readability
1. Is the language used formal?
2. Are the words familiar and easy to
understand?
3. Are there difficult terms that have
not been defined?
4. Are the sentences structures
varied?

Methods of Research
1. Historical method
2. Descriptive method
3. Experimental method