PRACTICAL RESEARCH 2 Content Standards: The learner demonstrates understanding of the range of research topics in the area of inquiry; the value Learning Activity of research in area of interest; and the specificity and Sheet feasibility of the problem posed.
Performance Standards: The learner is able to formulate
Most Essential Learning Designs a research used in daily life; writes a research Competencies (MELC): title; describes background of research
RESEARCH TITLE
Basic Guidelines in Making a Research Title
A research study title is the very first thing a reader comes across when searching for scientific literature. It is a concise description of the content of the research study containing the fewest possible words, yet adequate to describe the contents of the paper for a simple reason that we do not want to mislead the readers. After conceptualizing a most probable research topic, drafting the title early in the research process helps in keeping your focus on the subject. The following are the basic guidelines in making a research study title:As a student researcher, let us go through these steps to guide us in choosing a quantitative research topic related to our chosen field.
1. Use an accurate description of the subject and scope of the study instead of using general terms. 2. Do not use abbreviations except for commonly known ones like DNA and ICT. 3. Do not include words like “The study of,” “Analysis of,” “An investigation of” or similar construction as these would only lengthen the title. 4. Include the main dependent and independent variables. 5. Be mindful of the proper use of grammar and punctuation. 6. Capitalize all nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs as well as the first letter of the first and last words. 7. State in a declarative form, although you may also see titles in question form from time to time. 8. The year the study has been conducted should not be indicated unless it is a historical study. 9. Use current terminology. 10. Depending on the institutional requirements, 5 to15 words are sufficient to describe the research study. 11. Use the common name instead of chemical formula (e.g., Ammonium instead of NH4) 12. Write and italicize full scientific names. 13. Make sure to reflect the tone of the paper. An academic research paper has title which is not casual, or informal, or does not contain humor.
1 The following steps can guide you in writing your research title: 1. Determine what it is that you wish to accomplish or know from your study. Write one to two sentences to state the main objectives of your research project. 2. Include important keywords and variables. Revise the sentences into one complete sentence that includes important keywords and variables of the study. 3. Shorten the title by eliminating unnecessary words. You may also shrink a phrase into a simpler phrase or a single word. In doing this, make sure that the main thought of the research study is retained. 4. Correct grammar and punctuation errors if there is any. 5. Observe proper formatting. The format may vary according to the requirements of the course or school. Please seek guidance from your professor
ACTIVITY 2:
Directions: Evaluate the following erroneous research title and justify what makes it wrong.
Example: Phytochemical analysis and antioxidant activity of S. trifasciata leaves Answer:
The scientific name was abbreviated and not italicized.
1. An investigation of the effects of electronics uses on Interpersonal Relationship in adults. Answer: ________________________________________________________
2. Effects of Coconut Oil and Beeswax Edible coating.
3. The Effects of Arts-Integrated Instruction on Arithmetic Skills of Students for S.Y. 2018- 2019. Answer: _________________________________________________________
4. Antibacterial effects of C2H5OH extract of Carica papaya leaves.
