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HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUAN 2nd Street, Guingona Subdivision, Butuan City
MANUAL IN RESEARCH/THESIS WRITING
Revised by:
Brian Pamatlawan Garcia
Originally Prepared by:
Virnalisi Mindaña- Mencidor, Ed. D.
Edited by:
Rodulfo P. Esteves, Ph.D.
Felomino A. Gargar, Ed. D.
January 2013
PREFACE
Writing a research/ thesis is a partial requirement in the fulfillment of a degree.
It is for this reason that the Research and Extension Development office of Holy Child
Colleges Butuan had come up with this Manual in research/thesis writing, so that the
researcher/s will be guided on the desired format required by the college. The contents
of this are properly explained and simplified in a manner where a new researcher may
find it understandable and easy to follow.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Holy Child Colleges of Butuan Research and Extension Development office
would like to thank University of Southeastern
Philippines – Tagum Mabini Campus, College of Teacher Education and Technology-
Graduate School under the chairmanship of Dr. Roque N. Langcoy, and the HCCB- IT
Department Mr. Brian Garcia and Mr. Fransandy Hontanosas.
RESEARCH POLICIES
A. GENERAL POLICIES
As embodied in the Academic Policies of the institution, the HCCB faculty members need to continually explore areas of inquiry through active participation in research endeavors. They are expected to:
1. Participate in formulating the research agenda for the College and HCCB;2. Generate research paradigm to enhance instruction in their fields of specialization;3. Encourage students to become creative, innovative and productive researchers;4. Study recently published papers on basic and applied researches, materials development,
feasibility studies, and others;5. Participate actively in local and international conferences; and6. Publish articles/monographs in recognized and referred journals and magazines.
B. Specific Policies
1. All faculty should publish at least one research every year.2. Faculty with faculty ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor
cannot move to a higher rank without evidence of scholarly research published either in the “Cogito Ergo Sum” or the “Teacher Education Journal”.
3. Research proposals should be approved by the Institutional Research Council. 4. Only approved researches shall be supported by the institution.5. Researches should be in line with the research agenda of the institution.6. Performance of the faculty with rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and
Professor shall be evaluated in terms of the following criteria:6.1 Instruction6.2 Production6.3 Research6.4 Extension
7. The faculty with approved research proposal may request for deloading; the number of units shall be based on the scope of work of the research but should no go beyond 6 units.
8. The request of deloading shall be evaluated by the Dean of the College where the faculty belongs and the Institutional Research Council and shall be forwarded to the Vice President for Academic Affairs who may recommend approval to the Office of the President.
9. Incentives for research shall be enjoyed by the faculty.10. Research proposals shall be presented to the Institutional Research Council every 1 st
week of June and 1st week of March every school year.11. Approved Researches shall be considered in the budget for research.12. Outputs of approved researches are presented in a forum scheduled annually; such forum
is attended by all the faculty of the institution.13. Research findings are submitted to the editorial board for review prior to publication of
the HCCB journals.14. Researchers may submit outputs to professional association for possible paper
presentations. 15. Researchers may also submit research output for publication of referred journals.
HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUANRESEARCH AGENDA
SY 2013 - 2014
Institutional Research Agenda
Advancing HCCB’s role as contributor to nation-building, it is imperative upon the institution to adopt research agenda that address the needs of the community (local, regional, national). Serving as a platform in increasing HCCB’s relevance to Mindanao is choosing research direction in the areas related to Safety and Security, Food, Health, Entrepreneurship, Systems Development, E-Commerce, Environment Preservation, Mental Health, Behavior and Multi-Cultural Counseling.
These research areas hope not only to energize research students and faculty researchers but also to develop technologies that could offer solutions in addressing the problems of safety and security, food sufficiency, health concerns, entrepreneurship, systems development through ICT, business, environment preservation, mental health, behavior disorders and maladjustments, and multicultural counseling to promote peace.
The publication of the CHED Research Agenda serves as a springboard of the HCCB’s institutional research directions.
The recent implementation of the Philippine Higher Education Research Network by the Commission on Higher Education offers an opportunity to possibly source-out external funding source.
The HCCB’s Research Extension and Development (RED) Office is a dynamic potent force to keep HCCB’s distinct place in the educational landmark.
Guided by the National Higher Education Research Agenda, the Holy Child Colleges of Butuan (HCCB) considers the following agenda during the SY 2013-2014.
EDUCATION1. Arts & Arts EducationDemand for arts, viability of the arts sector, arts education policy2. Early Childhood Education & Out-of-School Time Effectiveness. Cost, quality, governance, supply, demand, access3. Postsecondary Education Governance, education programs, minority Participation4. Principals, Teachers & Teaching Supply, demand, quality improvements, leadership Issues, pay for performance, gains modeling.5. Standards-Based Reforms, Accountability, &
Testing No Child Left Behind; value-added and gains analysis; Input, process, and performance indicators; innovative assessments.6. Technology, Information, & Innovation Computer-based interventions, date-based decision- Making7. Vocational & Adult Education High school reforms, school-to-work transitions, Training for the workplace.
NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES1. Nursing and nursing-led interdisciplinary interventions to promote function in people of all ages with disability and/or chronic health problems.2. Experience of disability and/or chronic health problems for individuals and families across the lifespan. 3. Rehabilitation in the changing healthcare system4. The rehabilitation nursing profession.5. Health Promotion6. Cancer Symptoms and Side Effects7. Late Effects of Cancer Treatment andLong Term Survivorship Issues8. End of Life (EOL) Issues9. Psychosocial and Family Issues10. Nursing-Sensitive Patient Outcomes (NSPOs)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION1. The young adult outcomes of childhood andadolescent antisocial behavior.2. The contribution of family adversity and verbal IQ to criminal behavior3. CRIMES AS SOCIAL EVENTS IN THE LIFE COURSE: RECONCEIVING A CRIMINOLOGICAL CONTROVERSY4. Crime, Punishment, and Restorative Justice: From the Margins to the Mainstream5. Critical Criminology at the Edge: Postmodern Perspective, Integration, and Applications6. Studying Criminality and Criminal Offenders in the Early 20th Century Philippines7. Philosophical Issues and Criminological Theory
INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
1. Information Technology for ManufacturingBusiness-Driven Information Technology2. Emissions and Fuels Research3. Transportation systems Research4. Toward and Information Technology Research Agenda for Public Administration
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT EDUCATION1. Technology Assessment of E-Commerce- Building2. Electronic Commerce Customer RelationshipManagement3. Mobile Commerce Customer Relationship Management4. New Perspective on M-Commerce Research5. A research agenda for collaborative Commerce6. Global E-Commerce A Portal Bridging the World Markets
GRADUATE SCHOOL1. Mental Health Status of Public School Teachers2. Dysfunctional Families and Crime3. Parental Molding and Personality Disorder4. Life after Annulment of Marriage5. Behavior Disorder and Crime6. Stress Tolerance Among Homeroom Facilitators7. Multicultural Counseling8. Counseling Techniques for Drug Users
RESEARCH BUDGETSY 2013 – 2014
Senior PersonnelResearch Specialist - 217,800.00- at P15,000.00 x 12 months- Other Benefits - 43,560.00
Other PersonnelResearch Assistant - 101,640.00- Other Benefits - 27,830.00
Equipment - 338,800.00
Materials & Supplies - 235,950.00
Consultant - 108,900.00
Printing - 108,900.00
Travel - 121,000.00
Fund for Researchers - 605,000.00
TOTAL - 1,909,380.00
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All capsArial font, 12Inverted PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCEpyramid OF GRADE SIX PUPILS IN HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUAN15 words max3 lines max
An Undergraduate Thesis Presented To the Faculty of the COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Holy Child Colleges of ButuanButuan City, Philippines
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the DegreeBACHELOR IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Major in Early Childhood Education
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PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF GRADE SIX PUPILS IN HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUAN
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A Thesis Presented to the Facultyof the COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Holy Child Colleges of ButuanButuan City, Philippines
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In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the DegreeMaster in Guidance and Counseling
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ALEX L. SABELLANO
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This undergraduate thesis entitled, “PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF GRADE SIX PUPILS IN HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUAN”, prepared and submitted by Kristine A. Lumbre, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree, Bachelor in Elementary Education, has been examined and is hereby endorsed for oral examination, approval and acceptance.
VIRNALISI MINDAÑA- MENCIDORAdviser
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APPROVED by the Panel of Examiners with a grade of 1.25.
Rodulfo P. Esteves, Ph. DChairman
Felomino A. Gargar, Ed. D. Virgil Leo E. Gumanoy, Ph. DMember Member
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ACCEPTED in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree, Bachelor in Elementary Education.
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FELOMINO A. GARGAR, Ed. D., IABMCPDean, College of Education
APPROVAL SHEET
This thesis entitled, “PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF GRADE SIX PUPILS IN HOLY CHILD COLLEGES OF BUTUAN”, prepared and submitted by ALEX A. SABELLANO, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree, Master in Guidance and Counseling, has been examined and is hereby endorsed for approval and acceptance.
VIRNALISI MINDAÑA- MENCIDORAdviser
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PANEL OF EXAMINERS
APPROVED by the Panel of Examiners with a grade of 1.25.
Rodulfo P. Esteves, Ph. DChairman
Felomino A. Gargar, Ed. D. Virgil Leo E. Gumanoy, Ph. DMember Member
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ACCEPTED in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree, master in Guidance and Counseling.
Comprehensive Examination: Passed
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FELOMINO A. GARGAR, Ed. D., IABMCPVice President for Academic Affairs
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This section is a personal account of the researcher extending his/her gratitude to those
who helped him/her in the completion of the study. The people could be named but the
researcher has the freedom to select whom he/she has to include. It is recommended however
to include only those people who actually helped him/her in the completion of the study.
This section should be limited to not be more than two pages.
A modest citation of the people is enough to give credit to their contributions.
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DEDICATION
This section is optional. However, if this is included then this must appear in the table
of contents.
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style, size, indention, line spacing and others. Only text is allowed.
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ABSTRACT
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This section is a summary of the study and should not be written in bullet
form. This is only one paragraph that will compose of the following: purpose of the study,
research design and respondents, major findings of the study, conclusions and
recommendations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Title page ……………………………………………… i
Approval Sheet ………………………………………. ii
Acknowledgment …………………………………….. iii
Dedication ……………………………………………. iv
Abstract …………………………………………….. .. v
Table of Contents …………………………………… vi
List of Tables ………………………………………… vii
List of Figures ……………………………………….. viii
List of Appendices …………………………………… ix
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1 THE PROBLEM AND RELATED LITERATURE
Background of the Study ………………
Review of Related Literature …………..
Theoretical Framework …………………
Conceptual Framework ………………..
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Statement of the Problem …………….
Hypothesis………………………....
Significance of the Study………………
Definition of Terms ……………………
2 METHOD
Research Design ………………………
Research Respondents ……………….
Research Instrument ……………………
Research Procedure ……………………
Statistical Treatment of the Data ……..
3 PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF FINDINGS
Level of Parental Involvement ………..
Level of Academic Performance ………
Significant Relationship between the Academic
Performance and the Levels of Parental Involvement …
4 SUMMARY,CONCLUSIONS ANDRECOMMENDATIONS
Summary …………………………………………
Conclusions ………………………………………
Recommendations ………………………………
REFERENCES …………………………………………..
APPENDICES ……………………………………………
CURRICULUM VITAE ………………………………….
LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
1 Respondents of the Study ………………………………
2 Level of Parental Involvement in terms of…………….
3 Level of Parental Involvement in terms of ……………
4 Level of Academic Performance ………………………
All tables used in the study should be listed here. Must be
numbered systematically as they appear from the first page to the last page.
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LIST OF FIGURE
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1 Conceptual Framework of the Study ………….
All figures should be listed here. Must be numbered systematically
as they appear from the first page to the last page.
LIST OF APPENDICES
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A Letter for the HCCB President ………..
B Letter for the VP/ K-12 Director ………
C Content Validity Forms………………..
D Sample Survey Questionnaire………..
E Sample Calculations and Statistical
Output …………………………………..
All appendices should be listed here. Use letters systematically
as they appear from the first page to the last page.
Chapter 1
THE PROBLEM AND RELATED LITERATURE
Background of the Study Bold, only the first letter is capital
This should start with the first paragraph detailing the main perspective
of the problem. Context should be supported by authorities, (at least 10 sources or
more as long as it exhaust the study) to establish the trustworthiness of
the study. The writer must persuade the readers that the study will help solve some
educational problems/discover new knowledge or prove existing theories.
The second paragraph should set the global situations. Major arguments
related to the occurrence of the problems and the solutions employed by various
practitioners in international setting should be presented. The discussion must
illustrate critical analysis of the arguments.
The next succeeding paragraph will be the national and the local scenario to
establish the occurrence of the problem at a national and local level.
The last paragraph must be concluded with the need of the conduct of the study by
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presenting the significance of the study (but not considered as to another
subheading).
Review of Related Literature Bold, only the first letter is capital
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Thorough research is a requirement to complete this section. This is a critical
analysis of the results of the related studies conducted. Concepts are based on the
variables of the study or as presented in the statement of the problem. To strengthen this
section, argumentation is a key element by elaborating through examples, comparing and
contrasting results of previous studies and giving personal observation.
To avoid plagiarism, researchers must take extra care in citing literatures. To avoid this, the
following must be carefully observed:
1. Paraphrase- state the work of other people using different words and changing the
organization (order of sentences and ideas) of the statement.
2. If original phrasing is unique and cannot be paraphrased, must be italicized or be
enclosed in a quotation mark and referenced at the end.
There are two ways by which the quotation or idea of other authors can be cited:
1. Information-prominent- the surname of the author with the year of publication is
written at the end of the idea enclosed with a parenthesis.
Example: Literature review is a discussion of previously written studies
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2. Author-prominent- emphasis is given to the person who made the proposition (if the
author is well known in the field for this adds credibility to the information).
Words that can be used include:
Disputes defines affirms maintains assumes claims
Argues asserts agrees mentions confirms disagrees Suggests admits
3. Internet sources (article) must be cited the same as the information from the books
and journals. If it contains the name of an author, the family name and year format
must be used. If it is the name of the organization, year format must be cited. Citing
the web address is not a professional practice in research.
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Theoretical Framework
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Contains the different theories by which the study is being anchored. Each
theory should be contributory to the development of the conceptual framework.
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Conceptual Framework
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This is the framework of the study showing the interplay of the variables being
investigated. Each variable used is taken from the theories discussed and it must be
operationally defined at this section.
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Statement of the problem
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This is written in interrogative form. It includes only questions which are mutually
inclusive. Questions that are not contributory to the attainment of the objectives of the study
should not be included.
Almost all research/thesis start with asking the profile of the respondents. If the
variables of the study do not include the profile of the respondents, do not include this in
your research problems.
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Hypothesis
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In some studies, there are more than one hypotheses, it is widely
accepted that the heading is written in singular.
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METHOD all capital, bold
Presented in this chapter is the methodology used to answer the research
questions posed.
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Research Design
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This section presents the research design used in the study. It is discussed by
giving the definition or giving justifications of the selection of the research design.
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Research Respondents/Participants/Subjects
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If the study requires the samples to be under treatment just like experimental
studies, the appropriate term is subject. Respondents if the study requires the samples to
answer a questionnaire. But if the study requires the samples to contribute to discussion,
argument, dialogue and others, the samples are called participants.
The aim of this section is to provide answers to the following: who are the
subjects; why and on what capacity are they selected; and what contributions can they
make toward the achievement of the aims of the study. Table showing the distribution of the
respondents will be included in this section.
Sampling design is also included in this section. The selection of the total number of
respondents must be clearly argued to show that the true samples are the representative of
the population.
Research Instruments
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If the questionnaire is adopted, the clarity of the language should be considered as
well as the acceptability of the population. The characteristics of the questionnaire must be
validated by experts (minimum of three).
If the questionnaire is researcher-made, the process of development should be
clearly outlined and discussed. The focus of discussion should be reliability and validity of
the instrument.
The process of questionnaire development is outlined as follows:
1. identify the domains of each variable.
2. Identify the indicators of each domain.
3. Develop test items for each indicator.
4. Pilot test the questionnaire with samples similar to your subject.
5. Analyze the result of the pilot test.
6. Revise the questionnaire based on the result of the pilot test.
7. Re- test the revised questionnaire to determine the reliability index of the
questionnaire.
All these seven steps must be elaborated in this section. The veracity of
research findings depends on how valid and reliable the instruments are.
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Research Procedure
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This part outlines the step by step process of gathering data needed. The permit from
proper authorities was granted and the assessment (testing, retrieval, recording of the
questionnaire) was conducted.
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Statistical tool/s used in this study should be discussed in this section.
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PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF FINDINGS
Results and findings of the study will be presented in this section. Presentation
of the findings follow the statement of the problems. The first subheading must answer
question number 1 and so on.
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Table Format
An introduction must be written in the first paragraph introducing the variable to be
discussed.
The title of the table must be written above the table and it must be properly labeled
as to what table number it is (center). The discussion text of the table follows two lines
below the table.
For every data presented, structure the arguments by identifying the trends from the
data, support them by literature, compare, contrast, elaborate, give evidence, and propose
implications of the data.
The indicators in the table should be stated using first person pronoun, however, in
the table for discussion, nominalization of the items is required.
Example: (questionnaire) I treat other people as being worthy of my trust and
confidence.
Presented in the discussion: Treating other people worthy of the trust and confidence.
Note: Researcher should keep in mind that the discussion should persuade the
readers to believe the credibility of the study.
General Guidelines in reporting statistical results
1. Report the results of the data analysis used to test a hypothesis.
2. Report should be in condensed format.
3. Statistical report should relate directly to a hypothesis
4. Restate the hypothesis, then state whether your results supported it, then give
the data and statistics that allowed you to draw this conclusion.
5. In reporting the results of statistical tests, report the descriptive statistics, such
as means and standard deviations, as well as the test statistic, degrees of
freedom, obtained value of the test, and the probability of the result occurring by
chance (p value, should be rounded to two decimal places).
6. All statistical symbols that are not greek letters should be italicized (M, SD, t, p,
etc.).
7. When reporting a significant difference between two conditions, indicate the
direction of this difference, i.e. which condition was more/less/higher/lower than
the other conditions). Assume that your audience has a professional knowledge
of statistics. Don’t explain how or why you used a certain test unless it is
unusual.
Guide in interpreting the results:
Descriptive Statistics
Mean and Standard Deviation are most clearly presented in parentheses:
The sample as a whole was relatively young (M=19.22, SD= 3.45).
The average age of students was 19.22 years (SD= 3.45).
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Percentages are also most clearly displayed in parentheses with no decimal places:
Nearly half (49%) of the sample was enrolled in the program.
Correlations
Correlations are reported with the degrees of freedom (which are N-2) in parentheses
and the significance level:
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SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS all capital, bold
This chapter presents the summary of findings, conclusions and recommendations
from the implications of the data by the researcher.
Summary
Summary should be presented here in numbered format that corresponds to the
problem statements. Only the major trends that directly answer the research problems
should be included and no further discussion of the summary is needed.
Conclusions
Not all problems would require conclusions and they are based from the implications
of the data. It should be presented in numbered format.
Recommendations
This is based primarily on the significance of the study. Each item can have more
than 1 recommendation as long as it fits the significance of the study. This must be written
as follows:
1. It must address the need of the respondents.
2. Help improve the institution or the location of the study.
3. Recommendations for future studies.
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REFERENCES
All references must be written in alphabetical order. Regardless of types and source
must be written as one. Bibliographical entries from internet, books and journals are also
incorporated in this section.
Example:
Adams (2009). Climate- The Emotional One that Is. Retrieved October 20, 2009 from(hanging) http://www.gordontraining.com/Climate_The_Emotional_One_That_Is.html
Charles, C. M, and Senter, G. W. (2005). Elementary Classroom Management. New York: Holt, Hinehart and winstin, Inc.
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CURRICULUM VITAE
BRIAN P. GARCIA102 Southdrive Guingona Subdivision, 8600 Butuan [email protected]
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Summary of Qualifications
Personal Details (name, gender, age, birth date/place, parents name (note: use
mother’s maiden name)
Educational Background
Work Experiences
Seminars Attended
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