PUBLIC SAFETY RESEARCH PAPER

CONCEPT PROPOSAL FULL-BLOWN RESEARCH PROPOSAL

COMPLETED RESEARCH WORK

PUBLIC SAFETY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

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PUBLIC SAFETY RESEARCH CONCEPT PROPOSAL: One-page research outline (4 sections)

PARTS OF THE CONCEPT PROPOSAL Research Title

Public Safety Situationer

Research Problem

Expected Results

Concisely state the topic of the research project and the variables that are being explored in relation to that topic Only important words should be included to characterize clear contents of the research problem Should not contain abbreviations, symbols or highly technical words that require superscripts, subscripts or other special characters Ideally, it should not be more than three lines Provide a two-paragraph background of the research project within the context of public safety Show evidences (e.g. statistics, studies, reports, etc.) to emphasize the existence of an organizational problem Indicate what the researcher wants to find out and his intention as far as the problem is concerned Stated in the form of research questions and includes what needs to be answered Problem statement should be specific as possible in terms of time, place and context, ethically neutral and framed in either declarative or interrogative form Specify the projected results of the research undertaking Indicate what body of new knowledge are going to be generated, users of research findings, and beneficial effects to the Philippine National Police

Does the title of the research properly state the main problem?

What is the current situation surrounding the research topic? Why is this proposal an important research topic? Is the problem relevant to the needs of the Philippine National Police? Do the sub-problems taken together answer the main problem and are completely research units? What are the anticipated outcomes of the research work?

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PUBLIC SAFETY RESEARCH PROPOSAL: Full-blown research proposal (2 chapters with preliminaries)
PARTS OF THE RESEARCH PROPOSAL Chapter Section Rationale of the Study CHAPTER I Provide a history behind your research topic, or the situation covering the research topic Discuss the background of the research problem, the reason why the problem was selected, condition under which the problem exists, practical importance of the problem, and the contributions of the investigation Use relevant literature or studies to support rationalization of the research topic Organize the presentation of the research topic from the macroto the micro-perspective A new model, pattern or paradigm formulated as a concept map of the research work Provide explanation or relevant details of the conceptual framework Provide theories, concepts or principles as benchmark in the formulation of the conceptual framework State either in a declarative or descriptive manner, or in question form A conjecture or proposition about the solution to a problem, the relationship of two or more variables, or the nature of some phenomenon Formulate expectations about the research outcome Present the purposes of what the research work aims to achieve Frame the general development objective in relation to the PNPs mandate - to enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, maintain peace and order and ensure public safety and internal security with the active support of the community State the specific objectives related to what is to be achieved by the study. Use verbs such as to: determine, evaluate, compare, gather, Why did you select the research topic? What is the origin or basis of the research problem? Why is this issue an important research problem? How long has your organization faced this problem? What attempts have been made to address this problem in your organization? CONTENT GUIDE QUESTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Conceptual Framework

Are the variables of the study reflected in the conceptual framework? Does the conceptual framework show relationship of theories/ concepts/principles with the problem?

Research Problem Research Hypothesis

Are the key factors specified in the research problem? What is your prediction of the results of the study?

Objectives of the Study

What is the general purpose of the investigation related to the research problem? Will the specific objectives ensure the attainment of the general development objective?

INTRODUCTION Limitations of the Study

describe, design, establish, adapt, test cause and effect relationship - which suggest that a set of activities have to be done to accomplish something Describe the precise boundaries of the study related to the research locale, time frame, respondents and the constraints which affect the conduct of the research process Operational definition of the key words used in the study CHAPTER II Indicate the type of research to be undertaken, whether descriptive, historical or experimental, and its corresponding sub-classification according to the research type Describe exact sources of data including the description of the population, sample, and sampling procedure Describe what instruments will be adopted, modified, constructed and administered in the study Instruments include interview schedule, survey questionnaire, focus group discussion, checklists, etc. Explain how the data will be gathered including the techniques, devices and procedures Include permission to gather data, how the subjects were reached, oriented and convinced to provide information, who gathered the data, how it was conducted and the problems encountered Discuss the measurements used in the analyzing the data, techniques of data analysis, or the application of statistical measures

Definition of Terms Research Method

What are the perceived limitations in the conduct of the study? Are the limitations related the study area, sampling process, respondent characteristics or variable measurements? Are the terms defined in the context of the study? Will the proposed research method obtain the answer?

Sources of Data

Is the sample clearly representative of the population? Will the instruments for data gathering provide answers to the research questions? What information will you need to determine if you have addressed the problem? How will you go about collecting the data? Will you observe, interview, examine work performance or use other ways to gather information which could provide solutions to the problem? How will you use the data you gather? What will you do after you collect the data? How will you pull the information together to address the problem? Will the research work be accomplished within the allowable time frame? Are all references included in the list? Are the research instruments included in the proposal? Have you prepared a narrative description about yourself?

Data Gathering Instruments

METHODOLOGY

Data Gathering Procedures

Data Analysis

Research Timeline REFERENCES APPENDICES

Provide a Gantt chart showing the schedule of activities Listing of all references cited in the manuscript Provide a list of relevant supporting materials, e.g. documents, research instrument Biographical sketch of the researcher in essay form, not be more than 2 pages

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

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PUBLIC SAFETY RESEARCH PAPER: Completed research work (4 chapters with preliminaries)
PARTS OF THE RESEARCH REPORT Chapter Section Rationale of the Study Conceptual Framework Research Problem Research Hypothesis Objectives of the Study Limitations of the Study Definition of Terms CHAPTER II METHODOLOGY Research Method Sources of Data Data Gathering Instruments Data Gathering Procedures Data Analysis Research Timeline Section subtitle/s for Specific Objective/s CHAPTER III Arrange findings based on the objectives of the study with the subtitles based on the key words of the objectives Summarize the data collected, present analysis of data and provide interpretation of results Research output concretizing the significant contribution of the findings to Philippine public safety concerns CHAPTER IV Formulate generalizations for the population Recommend what the results mean in terms of existing knowledge, draw implications for the field represented by the problem, state further research area Public Safety Development Program Strategic Action Plan Instruments of Strategic Plan Research Instruments Relevant Documents Are the results clearly presented and organized? Do the research findings answer the objectives of the study? CONTENT GUIDE QUESTIONS

CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

Section subtitle Public Safety Development Plan

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Conclusions

Recommendations

Do the conclusions provide answers to the research objectives? Are the recommendations in accordance with the study findings?

REFERENCES APPENDICES

How will you implement the public safety development program? What specific activities must be implemented to address the problem?

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

RESEARCH FORMAT:
CONCEPT PROPOSAL I. II. Research Title Public Safety Situationer RESEARCH PROPOSAL Title Page Disclaimer Page Advisers Endorsement Sheet Table of Contents List of Tables List of Figures List of Appendices Chapter I INTRODUCTION 1.1 Rationale of the Study 1.2 Conceptual Framework 1.3 Research Problem 1.4 Research Hypothesis 1.5 Objectives of the Study 1.6 Limitations of the Study 1.7 Definition of Terms Chapter II METHODOLOGY 2.1 Research Method 2.2 Sources of Data 2.3 Data Gathering Instruments 2.4 Data Gathering Procedures 2.5 Data Analysis 2.6 Research Timeline References Appendices Biographical Sketch RESEARCH REPORT Title Page Disclaimer Page Approval Sheet Acknowledgement Abstract Table of Contents List of Tables List of Figures List of Appendices Chapter I INTRODUCTION 1.1 Rationale of the Study 1.2 Conceptual Framework 1.3 Research Problem 1.4 Research Hypothesis 1.5 Objectives of the Study 1.6 Limitations of the Study 1.7 Definition of Terms Chapter II METHODOLOGY 2.1 Research Method 2.2 Sources of Data 2.3 Data Gathering Instruments 2.4 Data Gathering Procedures 2.5 Data Analysis Chapter III RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 3.1 Subtitle for Objective (1) 3.2 Subtitle for Objective (2) 3.3 Subtitle for Objective (3) 3.4 Public Safety Development Plan Chapter IV CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 4.1 Conclusions 4.2 Recommendations References Appendices Appendix A. Public Safety Development Program Appendix B. Public Safety Development Matrix Appendix C. Instruments of Public Safety Development Plan Appendix D. Research Instruments Appendix E. Relevant Documents Biographical Sketch

III. Research Problem IV. Expected Results