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?
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.)
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
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
In 10 counts, do the activity flashed on screen.
First to complete the task receives 10 points for every activity.
3 activities = 30 points
Do you think you can do the same when you select a topic?
Choose a picture. Write down your choice
Compare your answers with your partner.
Who got the same?
What does the result say about your classmates?
The very important aspect in choosing a topic.
In choosing a topic, check the availability of reading materials (library or internet)
When do you think these photos were taken? Speaking in terms of time, what is the difference between the photos?
Few reminders about your topic
Avoid these kind of topics since these make a bad research topic
For beginners, technical subjects are a very difficult task.
These topics are bad research topics
Are information available?
Is it timely? Is it relevant?
Is it within the limits?
Do I have all the personal resources?
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
Post a visual aid. Refer to pp. 42-43.
Are information available?
Is it timely? Is it relevant?
Is it within the limits?
Do I have all the personal resources?
Why do you have different interests?
What would you do if you do if you and your classmates do not agree with each other?