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CHOOSING A
RESEARCH TOPIC
Subject Matter of the Research
At the end of this lesson, we shall be
able to:
•identify a researchable topic
•narrow down a good research topic
•distinguish a good research topic from a bad one
•choose a good research topic
•understand that one’s interest is not someone’s liking
Activity 1. Seek and Meet!
•Find a classmate who has the same ballpen as yours.
•Find a classmate who has the same height as yours.
•Find a partner. And sit beside him/her.
Think!
•How did you find the classmate who has the same
ballpen as yours?
•What helps you find your classmate who has the
same height as yours?
•How did you choose your partner?
Was it easy?
Activity 2. My Choice, Your Choice
•Which do you prefer?
1. Interest in the subject matter
•Pushes you research, investigate, or inquire bout it
with full motivation, enthusiasm, and energy
Compare the two boxes.
2. Availability of information
•Evidence to support your opinion about the subject
matter
(Ex. 1. Sports improves mental ability. Therefore,
students who play sports have good academic
performance.
2. Students who are second born display aggressive
behavior in school.)
Say something about the photos.
3. Timeliness and relevance of the topic
•It is timely.
•It is related to the present.
4. Limitations on the subject
5. Personal resources
•Financial allotment
•Health condition
•Mental capacity
•Needed facilities
•Time allotment
Research Topic to be Avoided
•Highly technical subjects
Research Topic to be Avoided
•Highly technical subjects
•Too broad subjects
•Too narrow subjects
In summary, the following are your
guide in choosing a topic:
1.Choose a field of interest (agreed with your
groupmates)
2.Evaluate (ask: Are information available? Is it timely?
Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the
personal resources?)
3.Narrow down your topic
Too Broad Subjects:
•Communication Skills
•Cebu Normal University
•K-12 Program
Sample Topics
•Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS
•Symptoms of AIDS
•Physical Symptoms of AIDS
Sample Topics
•Education
•Teaching Strategies
•Discussion Method
Activity 3. Narrow ‘em!
Activity 4. Choose Wisely!
• In summary, the following are your guide in choosing a topic:
1. Choose a field of interest (agreed with your groupmates)
2. Evaluate (ask: Are information available? Is it timely? Is it
relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal
resources?)
3. Narrow down your topic
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Choosing a research topic.pptx

  • 1. CHOOSING A RESEARCH TOPIC Subject Matter of the Research
  • 2. At the end of this lesson, we shall be able to: •identify a researchable topic •narrow down a good research topic •distinguish a good research topic from a bad one •choose a good research topic •understand that one’s interest is not someone’s liking
  • 3. Activity 1. Seek and Meet! •Find a classmate who has the same ballpen as yours. •Find a classmate who has the same height as yours. •Find a partner. And sit beside him/her.
  • 4. Think! •How did you find the classmate who has the same ballpen as yours? •What helps you find your classmate who has the same height as yours? •How did you choose your partner? Was it easy?
  • 5. Activity 2. My Choice, Your Choice •Which do you prefer?
  • 6.
  • 7.
  • 8.
  • 9.
  • 10.
  • 11.
  • 12. 1. Interest in the subject matter •Pushes you research, investigate, or inquire bout it with full motivation, enthusiasm, and energy
  • 13. Compare the two boxes.
  • 14. 2. Availability of information •Evidence to support your opinion about the subject matter (Ex. 1. Sports improves mental ability. Therefore, students who play sports have good academic performance. 2. Students who are second born display aggressive behavior in school.)
  • 15. Say something about the photos.
  • 16. 3. Timeliness and relevance of the topic •It is timely. •It is related to the present.
  • 17. 4. Limitations on the subject
  • 18. 5. Personal resources •Financial allotment •Health condition •Mental capacity •Needed facilities •Time allotment
  • 19. Research Topic to be Avoided •Highly technical subjects
  • 20.
  • 21. Research Topic to be Avoided •Highly technical subjects •Too broad subjects •Too narrow subjects
  • 22. In summary, the following are your guide in choosing a topic: 1.Choose a field of interest (agreed with your groupmates) 2.Evaluate (ask: Are information available? Is it timely? Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal resources?) 3.Narrow down your topic
  • 23. Too Broad Subjects: •Communication Skills •Cebu Normal University •K-12 Program
  • 24. Sample Topics •Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS •Symptoms of AIDS •Physical Symptoms of AIDS
  • 27. Activity 4. Choose Wisely! • In summary, the following are your guide in choosing a topic: 1. Choose a field of interest (agreed with your groupmates) 2. Evaluate (ask: Are information available? Is it timely? Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal resources?) 3. Narrow down your topic

Notes de l'éditeur

  1. In 10 counts, do the activity flashed on screen. First to complete the task receives 10 points for every activity. 3 activities = 30 points
  2. Do you think you can do the same when you select a topic?
  3. Choose a picture. Write down your choice
  4. Compare your answers with your partner. Who got the same? What does the result say about your classmates?
  5. The very important aspect in choosing a topic.
  6. In choosing a topic, check the availability of reading materials (library or internet)
  7. When do you think these photos were taken? Speaking in terms of time, what is the difference between the photos?
  8. Few reminders about your topic
  9. Avoid these kind of topics since these make a bad research topic
  10. For beginners, technical subjects are a very difficult task.
  11. These topics are bad research topics
  12. Are information available? Is it timely? Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal resources?
  13. Does it interest me? Are information available? Is it timely? Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal resources? 1. The Writing Process - Pre-writing Strategies 2. The History of Cebu Normal University Cebu Normal University during the WWII 3. Effects of the K-12 Program - Effects of the K-12 Program to the Indigenous People
  14. Post a visual aid. Refer to pp. 42-43.
  15. Are information available? Is it timely? Is it relevant? Is it within the limits? Do I have all the personal resources?
  16. Why do you have different interests? What would you do if you do if you and your classmates do not agree with each other?