REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION
Professional Industrial Education Department
Ayala Boulevard, Manila
Research Problem Formulation Worksheet
Name: __________________________
Course: _________________________ Date: ___________________________
Instructions
This worksheet is designed to help you develop a clear and researchable problem. Use the guiding questions
in each section to think deeply about your chosen topic. Spend about 45 minutes completing this worksheet.
Sample Tracks of Topics
Animation
Pedagogical Applications of Animation
Cultural and Social Impacts of Animation in Education
Innovation in Educational Content Delivery Through Animation
Accessibility and Inclusivity in Educational Animation
Animation Techniques and Their Educational Value
Animation in Curriculum Design and Development
Student Engagement and Motivation Through Animation
Psychological Effects of Animation on Learning
Sustainability and Eco-friendly Practices in Animation Production
Animation for Distance and Online Learning
ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
Impact of ICT on Educational Practices
Digital Literacy and Competencies in Education
Emerging Technologies in Educational Settings
ICT in Classroom Management and Student Engagement
Cybersecurity and Ethical Issues in Educational Technology
ICT for Enhancing Teacher-Student Interaction
ICT in Assessment and Evaluation Methods
ICT Infrastructure and Accessibility in Education
Digital Transformation in Educational Institutions
Ethical Use of ICT in Education
Combined Areas (Animation and ICT)
Integration of ICT Tools in Animation-Based Learning
Interactive and Immersive Educational Technologies
Gamification and Game-Based Learning in Education
Mobile and Web-Based Learning Applications
Collaborative Learning Through Digital and Animated Media
Cross-Disciplinary Approaches in ICT and Animation Education
Data Analytics and Visualization in Education
Virtual and Augmented Reality in Educational Contexts
Personalized Learning Through ICT and Animation
ICT and Animation in Lifelong Learning and Professional Development
1. Define Your Interest (5 minutes)
CHERRYPYN B. BARBACENA, Ed. D
Course Facilitator
RESOURCE MATERIALS ARE FOR THIS COURSE USED ONLY & NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION
Professional Industrial Education Department
Ayala Boulevard, Manila
1.1. Select a Focus:
Choose a broad track from the list provided.
Track: __________________________________
1.2. Narrow It Down:
What specific aspect within this track catches your attention?
Specific Aspect: ________________________________
2. Explore the Problem (10 minutes)
2.1. What’s the Issue?
Describe a problem or challenge within your area of interest.
Problem: _____________________________________
2.2. Why Does It Matter?
Why is this problem important? Who cares about this issue?
Importance: _________________________________
3. Analyze the Problem (10 minutes)
3.1. Can It Be Researched?
Is this problem something you can investigate? How?
Research Feasibility: __________________________
CHERRYPYN B. BARBACENA, Ed. D
Course Facilitator
RESOURCE MATERIALS ARE FOR THIS COURSE USED ONLY & NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION
Professional Industrial Education Department
Ayala Boulevard, Manila
3.2. Scope & Ethics:
Is the problem manageable? Are there any ethical concerns?
Scope and Ethics: ____________________________
4. Craft Your Research Problem (10 minutes)
4.1. State the Problem:
Turn your ideas into a clear research problem statement.
Research Problem: ____
4.2. Ask Questions:___________________
Write 2-3 questions that your research will answer.
Research Question 1: __________________________
Research Question 2: __________________________
Research Question 3: __________________________
5. Reflect and Plan (10 minutes)
5.1. Reflection:
Does your problem statement and questions align with your interests? Will they contribute to your field?
Reflection: __________________________________
CHERRYPYN B. BARBACENA, Ed. D
Course Facilitator
RESOURCE MATERIALS ARE FOR THIS COURSE USED ONLY & NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION
Professional Industrial Education Department
Ayala Boulevard, Manila
5.2. Next Steps:
What will you do next to refine your research problem?
Next Steps: _________________________________
CHERRYPYN B. BARBACENA, Ed. D
Course Facilitator
RESOURCE MATERIALS ARE FOR THIS COURSE USED ONLY & NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION
