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The document provides an overview of research, defining it as a systematic scientific investigation and collection of data and facts to gain knowledge and solve problems. It distinguishes research from inquiry, noting that research is more systematic and objective in creating knowledge. The purpose and importance of research is also discussed, including how it informs actions, generates theories, and augments knowledge in various fields and aspects of daily life.

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What I Know:: Prince of Peace College, Inc

The document provides an overview of research, defining it as a systematic scientific investigation and collection of data and facts to gain knowledge and solve problems. It distinguishes research from inquiry, noting that research is more systematic and objective in creating knowledge. The purpose and importance of research is also discussed, including how it informs actions, generates theories, and augments knowledge in various fields and aspects of daily life.

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Prince of Peace College, Inc.

[email protected]
Poblacion, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Tel. No. 043-2873012

Module 1:

What I know:

Activity 1.
Directions:
A. Read the following statements. Answer TRUE if the statement describes a research, FALSE if
you think it is not. Write your answers on the blank.
_1.There should be adequate data before conducting a research.
_2.To have an objective view of his or her study, the researcher should avoid listening to
another researcher.
_3.A researcher must read literature that relates to the problem he or she is studying.
_4.An opinion from any person is recognized and considered as an answer to the question
asked by the researcher.
_5.The researcher has the final say in his findings.

B. Underline the words in the box that are related to the definition of research.

biases Instrument theorie factual investigation


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intuition discovery system subjective Interview
dreams experiences data phenomena guessing
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C. Using the words encircled, formulate your own definition of research. Use the blanks
provided.

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Prince of Peace College, Inc.
[email protected]
Poblacion, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Tel. No. 043-2873012

What’s New?

I. What is Research?

1. Research is defined as the scientific investigation of phenomena which includes


collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation of facts that lines an individual‘s
speculation with reality.
2. Solutions to problems must be based on knowledge not on mere beliefs, guesses or
theories.
3. In research a systematic and well-planned procedure is required to meet the need in
order that information is acquired and evaluate its accuracy and effectiveness.
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4. It is a process of inquiring .

II. Nature of Inquiry. (Lichman,G.,2013)

1. Inquiry is defined as “a seeking for truth, information or knowledge”. It


is a problem solving technique.
2. The information and data pursued through questioning begins with gathering by
applying the different human senses.
3. Individuals carry on the process of inquiry from birth till death.
4. Inquiry is synonymous with the word investigation.

III. Investigation and Immersion

Investigation has a deeper meaning compared to “inquiry”.


It is a systematic examination of a certain event or phenomenon.

Immersion is a process whereby a researcher immerses (deeply involves) himself in the data
gathering activities and the data he has gathered is carefully read or examined by him in
detail.

Combining the idea of “inquiry”, “investigation” and “immersion”, the concept of “research”
comes in.

IV. Differentiate Inquiry from Research

Inquiry is a term that is synonymous with the word ‘investigation’. When you inquire or
investigate, you tend to ask questions to probe or examine something to request for truth,
information, or knowledge.

Research is systematic and objective creation of knowledge systematic (with a system or


Prince of Peace College, Inc.
[email protected]
Poblacion, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Tel. No. 043-2873012

method, the scientific method), objective (no bias, all angles presented), knowledge creation
(a creative process)

V. Purpose of Research

1. To inform action.
2. To prove or generate a theory.
3. To augment knowledge in a field or study.

VI. Importance of Research in Daily Life

1. Research directs us to inquire about the right information by conducting further


investigation of the actual condition. It leads us to be cautious in giving results and
findings by proving lies and supporting the truth.
2. Research empowers us with knowledge and discovers new things and issues in life. It
helps us solve problems in health, crimes, business, technology and environment.
3. Research facilitates learning as an opportunity to share valuable information to
others as a way of recognizing various concerns for public awareness.
Activity 2: Question and Answer
Directions: Answer the questions briefly.
1. What is Research?
2. What is inquiry and its nature?
3. What is the difference between inquiry and research?
4. How important is research in your daily life activities?
5. Why is there a need to conduct research

Discussion of Activity 2
You just learned the importance of research in daily life. Answer the following
questions briefly on the blanks provided.
1. Was there an instance in your life when you did an inquiry or research? Share and
describe your experiences .What are your challenges and difficulties?

2. As a learner, how important is research in your daily life?


Prince of Peace College, Inc.
[email protected]
Poblacion, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Tel. No. 043-2873012

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