Updated CDO Research Manual Cdo

CD
RESEARCH MANUAL
Revised 2018
Reviewed by the Schools Division Research Committee

(SDRC) and Stakeholders
Schools Division Research Committee
Chair : Alicia E. Anghay, PhD., CESE

Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
Co-Chairs : Rosalio R. Vitorillo

SGOD Chief
: CID Chief
Adviser : Jonathan S. Dela Peña, PhD, CESO VI

Schools Division Superintendent
Members : Joel D. Potane, PhD

Senior Education Program Specialist
Lorebina C. Carrasco
Education Program Supervisor
Arnel A. Calubag, CPA

Division Accountant
Jean T. Loquillano, PhD

January Gay T. Valenzona, PhD

Education Program Specialist II
Chair, Secretariat : Joel D. Potane, PhD

Members, Secretariat : Jimboy S. Eugenio

Laverne Mercado
Source: DO #16, s. 2017
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Vision, Mission, and Mandate
Vision
We dream of Filipinos
who passionately love their country
and whose values and competencies
enable them to realize their full potential
and contribute meaningfully to building the nation.
As a learner-centered public institution,

the Department of Education
continuously improves itself
to better serve its stakeholders.
Mission
To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture-based, and complete
basic education where:
Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating environment.

Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner.
Administrators and staff, as stewards of the institution, ensure an enabling and supportive
environment for effective learning to happen.
Family, community, and other stakeholders are actively engaged and share responsibility for
developing life-long learners.
Mandate
The Department of Education was established through the Education Decree of 1863 as the
Superior Commission of Primary Instruction under a Chairman. The Education agency underwent
many reorganization efforts in the 20th century in order to better define its purpose vis a vis the
changing administrations and charters. The present day Department of Education was eventually
mandated through Republic Act 9155, otherwise known as the Governance of Basic Education act
of 2001 which establishes the mandate of this agency. The Department of Education (DepEd)
formulates, implements, and coordinates policies, plans, programs and projects in the areas of
formal and non-formal basic education. It supervises all elementary and secondary education
institutions, including alternative learning systems, both public and private; and provides for the
establishment and maintenance of a complete, adequate, and integrated system of basic education
relevant to the goals of national development.
Source: DO 36, s. 2013
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Strategic Directions of CDO Division
This division has three main goals geared towards addressing the performance
gaps in access, quality and governance (DEDP, 2017-2022).
1. Increased Net Enrolment Rate (NER) from 85.09% to 97.00%, Net Intake Rate (NIR) from
66.8% to 97.00% of the 35 elementary and 16 secondary schools and BLP learners from
35.41%to 97%;
2. Increased the National Achievement Test (NAT) performance of the 28 elementary schools
from 52.26% to 97.00% and 32 secondary schools per tested subjects from 45.58% to
97.00%; A & E elementary test takers from 16.00% to 97.00%, in the secondary from 44.00%
to 97.00%; elementary passers from 61.27% to 97.00%, and 69.37% to 97.00% in the
secondary; and
3. Strengthened Public- Private Partnership.
Each strategic goal has corresponding strategies such as:
1. Strengthened the implementation of feeding program thru partnership with external

stakeholders;
2. Expanded access to education thru mobile schools, strategic teaching, ICT-based instruction
and other mode of delivery in instruction
3. Strengthened school heads and supervisors’ capacity to provide instructional supervision and
technical assistance;
4. Improved learners’ achievement thru the conduct of competency-based action research;
5. Improved delivery of services of teaching and non-teaching through training,
seminar/workshop, orientation;
6. Stakeholders’ Partnership;
7. Comprehensive DRRRM in Basic Education Framework;
8. Sustained Implementation of Child Protection Policy;
9. National Drug Education Program.
Moreover, it likewise entails the following Interventions:
1. Supervised School-based Feeding (SSF);

2. Mobile Schools (MobS);
3. Functional Approach for Strategic Teaching (FAST);
4. Approaches on Strengthening Supervision in Instruction to Systematize Teaching (ASSIST);
5. Action Research on Curriculum (ARC);
6. Personnel Enhancement Program (PeEP);
7. Establishment of additional secondary schools;
8. Improved provision of equitable physical, human, material and instructional resources;
enhanced leadership and management skills among school heads and supervisors; improved
teaching skills among teachers; and job performance of non-teaching personnel;
9. Ensured a safe learning facilities; Organized School Disaster Management; integrated DRR in
K-12 Curriculum; strengthened information-dissemination activities and in-service training for
teachers on the protection of children in school.
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Contents
Cover Page i
The Schools Division Research Committee (SDRC) ii
Vision, Mission, and Mandate iii
Division Strategic Directions iv
Contents v
Preface 1
Definition of Terms 2
Research Administration and Organization 4
Basic Education Research Agenda 11
Format on the Types of Research 23
Research Guidelines for Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel 28
Division Research Timelines 33
Research Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation 34
Research Management Conference Flow Chart 34
Research Incentives 35
Appendices
Appendix A Research Proposal Application Form and Endorsement of
Immediate Supervisor (For Funded & non-funded research)
Appendix B Declaration of Anti-Plagiarism and Absence of Conflict of
Interest for Funded and Non-funded Research
Appendix C Guide for Appraising Basic Research Proposals
Appendix D Guide for Appraising Action Research Proposals
Appendix E Guide for Appraising Full Action/Basic Research
Appendix F Sample Letter of Approval for funded Research (Used by SDRC)
Appendix G Sample Letter of Disapproval for funded Research (Used by SDRC)
Appendix H Sample Template for Memorandum of Agreement (Used by SDRC)
Appendix I Standard Rubric for Publication for CDO Research Journal
Appendix J Sample of Informed Consent Form
Appendix K CDO Basic Education Research Journal Editorial Policy
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Preface
The Department of Education strives for evidenced-based policy, thus all
personnel are encouraged to conduct action and basic researches (DO #16, s. 2016).
The Division of Cagayan de Oro City envisions for better schools thereby enhancing
learning outcomes through the conduct of qualitative and quantitative type of
research which is anchored on continuous improvement method and KUMILOS/
Lesson Study research framework. The conduct of research is one of the tools in
unveiling the deepest issues encountered by the curriculum implementers in the
delivery of quality education.
This research manual will facilitate all the teaching and non-teaching personnel
in the planning, processing, presenting and publishing their research papers. The
contents of the manual will enhance the understanding of each personnel in working
both basic and action researches toward a goal of continuous improved school
performance. As stipulated in DO #39, s. 2016, all research papers are anchored to
the key thematic areas of the Department’s research agenda such as Teaching-
Learning Process, Child Protection, Human Resource Development, Governance,
Inclusive Education, Gender and Development and Disaster Readiness and Risk
Reduction Management.
It is hoped that this manual will ultimately guide instructional leaders and
teachers in the quest of improving multidisciplinary research that will eventually lead
to address pressing educational issues and gaps.
Definition of Terms
Action research - is a process of systematic, reflective inquiry to improve educational
practices or resolve problems in any operating unit.
Basic research -is often purely theoretical with the intent of increasing our
Understanding of certain phenomena or behavior but does not seek to
solve or treat these problems
Fraud - is a deliberate form of deception intended to result in financial or

personal gain
Grant - an amount provided by DepEd or any organization/government

agency for the purpose of conducting research
Grantee - refers to an individual or group who has received a research grant
and is conducting research project
KUMILOS - refers to an action research framework of UP College of Education,

Diliman Campus which means Kilalanin ang Kakayahan, Usisain and
Kalagayan, Magplano, Isagawa, Linangin of ayusin, Organizahin ang
tunguhin at iSalaysay
Lead proponent - refers to an individual who will directly coordinate with the
secretariat on administrative and financial matters of the approved
research
Plagiarism - refers to intellectual theft i.e. presenting and/or claiming another’s

work as your own without proper recognition by way of referencing
and citation
Proponent/s - refers to an individual or group that submitted a proposal for

research grant
Referencing - is citing the authors or documents used in the research

proposal/report
Innovation - a new idea, device, or method, or the act or process of introducing

new ideas, devices, or methods.
Intervention -The systematic process of assessment and planning employed to

remediate or prevent a social, educational, or developmental problem
Source: DO #16, s. 2017
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Acronyms
BERA Basic Education Research Agenda
BERF Basic Education Research Funds
DRC District Research Coordinators
DRO District Research Officers
LACs Learning Action Cells
NRC National Research Committee
RRC Regional Research Committee
SDRC Schools Division Research Committee
SRC School Research Coordinators
Source: DO #16, s. 2017

Research Administration and Organization
A. For Funded and non-funded research, the Schools Division Research Committee will
assume the responsibilities of research management at the schools division level.
These are the duties and responsibilities of the SRDC:
1. Provide directions on research initiatives through the national and local Basic Education
Research Agenda, and other identified priority research areas in the division;
2. Evaluate and approve research proposals and other related research initiatives from
the schools and community learning centers (CLCs) to be funded under BERF;
3. Evaluate and approve research proposals and other related research initiatives within
the schools division to be funded by other fund sources;
4. Forge partnerships with academic and research institutions, government agencies, and
other DepEd offices on education research initiatives and projects;
5. Prepare and submit reports to the RRC on all research initiatives conducted in the
division from all fund sources;
6. Resolve emerging issues on the management and conduct of research;
7. Ensure that cost estimates fall under the existing accounting and auditing rules and
regulations; and
8. Endorse approved school level proposals to the Regional Office for confirmation and
release of funds under BERF.
Source: DO #16, s. 2017

B. Duties and Responsibilities of District Research Officers
1. Develop initiatives in improving the culture of research in the district (i.e.

Cascade the insights gained from the research training/conference to your own
colleagues);
2. Monitor the progress of research activities in the district (i. e. develop and
maintain online/offline records of research activities in the district)
3. Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data
collection activities in the district;
4. Initiate the conduct of inter-district research congress/research
training/forum/summit;
5. Develop district research newsletter/district research journal;
6. Conduct a regular meeting relative to all district research activities;
7. Coordinate with the immediate supervisors in all district research activities; &
8. Indorse high performing schools in research (basic/action).
C. Duties and Responsibilities of School Research Coordinators
1. Provide technical inputs in refining the research papers of the teaching and
nonteaching personnel in the school (refer to DO #16, s. 2017);
2. Lead in the formulation of School Research Committee;
3. Conduct initial screening of submitted research proposals and final papers with
the members of SRC (refer to the annexes of D.O. #16, s.2017);
4. Develop strategies in managing school-based researches;
5. Monitor the progress of the basic and action research activities (online/offline
monitoring);
6. facilitate the conduct of school-based research congress/ conference/training/
seminar-workshop/ forum
7. Coordinate with the school heads relative to the
school/district/division/regional/national/international conferences
Source: DM #279, s. 2017
D. Duties and Responsibilities of BERF Advisers
1. Review the deliverables of the researchers prior to its submission to the regional
office;
2. Provide guidance and assistance in the liquidation process among researchers
prior to the release of the next tranches. Meeting deadlines based on the required
timeline by the regional office shall be met; and
3. Referee the initial and the revised versions of the research papers. For each of
them, provide, as necessary: suggestions for revision, correcting spelling,
grammar, word usage, etc., overall content assessment (i.e, Is there a clear
statement of the research question? Is the research method or approach
relevant? Was it properly executed? Are there mistakes, unclarified, lacks or
problems? Are the results consistent with the research design?).

E. Duties and Responsibilities of the External and Internal Reviewers prior Publication
1. Correcting spelling, grammar, and word usage.

2. Overall content assessment (i.e, Is there a clear statement of the research question?
Is the research method or approach relevant? Was it properly executed? Are there
mistakes, unclarified, lacks or problems? Are the results consistent with the research
design?).
Directory of Research Coordinators
SY. 2017-2018 onward
Joel D. Potane, Ph.D
Division Research Coordinator

Email add: joel.potane@deped.gov.ph
District Research Coordinators

1. Nick Pañares, PhD East I
2. Psyche Cambo East II
3. Seanne Felyne Mondoñedo Central
4. Darlenie Tulang West I
5. Karl Anthony Salise West II
6. Arlene Valmoria North I
7. Niña Leyson, PhD North II
8. Mar V. Agot Southwest I
9. Maridelyn Gumonan Southwest II
10. Hasima Salic, PhD South
Schools Research Coordinators (SRC)

District Research Officers (DRO) for SY 2017-2018 onward
Southwest 1 Southwest II West 1 West II North 1
Maridelyn Darlenie Karl Anthony
President Mar V. Agot Gumonan Tulang Salise Arlene Valmoria
V- Janice A. Bayani Roturas Reynante Gladys
President Edrolin Jr Nalasa Tabanao Jocelyn Palabon
Janette T. Kimberly J. Manolita Rasheliza Jay-an
Secretary Caagbay Fajardo Salagunting Llagas Cagampang
Rovina Amor Robonafel Kathleen Quette
Treasurer Robie P. Curib Vismanos Angelie Tigulo Veniales Eduave
Cherry Mae S. Christian Mark Ray Gerard
Auditor Ursabia Malinis Lao Sowaira Lucman
Soc Joseph Ceasar Sheena Marie Ellen Mae
Manager Lorenzo Baa Palle Lim Olasiman Cleo Marie Tamsi
Apple Jade Cecil P. Jan Ireene
Alombro Espinosa Dyna Gorre Smith
Myrcelynne Carolyn Mechille
PIO Espinosa Gamutan Virlen Galope Jane Wong Julieta Suansing
North II East 1 East II South Central

Psyche Seanne Felyne
President Niña Leyson Nick Pañares Cambo Hasima Salic Mondoñedo
V- Maria Lorena Mark John Cherry Helen Remo
President Candia Gabule Joy Estrosos Gutierrez Cagasan
Maria
Marites Roxanne Maria Jonna Carmela
Secretary Lagamon Fuentes Uy Laya
Julie Verne Rovelyn Vanessa Mae Emily
Treasurer Narvaza Donasco Zapatos Tabamo
Jacquiline Mary Marjorie
Auditor Labial Jabao Riza Lacuste
Soc Ponciano Cheryl Elsie Ann
Manager Airene Suan Eduave, Jr Monteclaro Viovicente
Imelda V.
Codilla
Mabel S. Syville Niño Zyra Mae
PIO Pilapil Peejay Cagara Dumanon Ceniza

Note: The school head shall inform the Planning and Research office if there are changes of
the designated School Research Coordinators with valid reasons.
Name of Elementary Schools

No. Research Coordinators Schools
1 Joneta C. Racaza Agusan ES
2 Leslie M. Paderanga Baikingon ES
3 Irene P. Garcia Balongkot ES
4 Janice P. Edrolin Baluarte ES
5 Clint K. Manzanarez Balubal ES
6 Mary Cheliana Pijaro Balulang ES
7 Janice D. Caseñas Batinay ES
8 Nina D. Leyson, Ph.D. Bayabas ES
9 Nenita G. Buna Bayanga ES
10 Eldenne Rae T. German Besigan ES
11 Jacqueline Labial Bonbon ES
12 Marites Lagamon Bongbongon ES
13 Jenneth B. Lacsento Bugo CS
14 Rasheliza S. Llagas Bulao ES
15 Lita Base Bulua CS
16 Christian Mark Malinis Cadayonan PS
17 Maria Carmela S. Laya Camaman-an ES
18 Nancy T. Rubin Camp Evangelista ES
19 Elena B. Pacamo Canitoan ES
20 Seanne Felyne D. Mondoñedo City Central School
21 Cleo Marie J. Tamsi-Paragoso Consolacion ES
22 Helen Remo Cagasan Corrales ES
23 Mary Marjorie C. Jabao Cugman ES
24 Carolyn D. Gamutan Dansolihon ES
25 Ryan Lactao Dunggoan ES
26 Peejy C. Cagara East City Central
27 Eleonor O. Raut F.S. Catanico ES
28 Elaine Grace M. Quijada Fr. William Masterson ES
29 Lenyvic Cabactulan GL. Reyes-Anahawon ES
30 Roxanne Fuentes Gusa ES
31 Carol O. Lorono Iba ES
32 Dina P. Vitorillo Indahag ES
33 Ellen Mae D. Olasiman Iponan ES
34 Anielle A. Gorrez Kamakawan ES
35 Airene O. Suan Kauswagan CS
36 Apple Jade B. Alombo Kiam-is ES
37 Bernadette V. Rom Linangohan ES
38 Daisy D. Lu Lumbia CS
39 Junito C. Comeros Macabalan ES
41 Merceditha B. Ucat Macanhan ES
42 Cherry R. Gutierrez Macasandig ES
43 Florence L. Galindo Magayad ES
44 Jocelyn J. Pacheco Malasag ES
45 Juvy D. Sulinay Man-ai ES
46 Joseph Ceasar Palle Mangalay ES
47 Jennifer A. Talampas Midkiwan ES
48 Jay-An T. Cagampang North City Central
49 Edna L. Golriogo Pagalungan ES
50 Junamae H. Pastrano Pagatpat ES
51 Maria Jonna L. Nabatlao Palalan ES
52 Marivel M. Ramos Pamalihi ES
53 Marjorie S. Cabang Pedro "Oloy" N. Roa, Sr ES
54 Robie P. Curib Pigsag-an ES
55 Fretzyl Rose J. Monsanto Puerto ES
56 Welia C. Mundia Sacred Heart Village ES
57 Mary Jean L Constantino San Simon ES
58 Enya C. Olandria South City Central
59 Kathleen Quette Eduave St. John ES
60 Vanessa Mae F. Zapatu Suntingon ES
61 Mary Glo Catarong Tablon ES
62 Myrcelynn M. Espinosa Taglimao ES
63 Janette T. Caagbay Tagpangi ES
64 Anne Praxedes V. Lagbas Taguanao ES
65 Rovina Amor R. Vismanos Tignapoloan ES
66 Jaysa M. Maaño Tuburan ES
67 Lovely Mae R. Bactong Tumpagon ES
68 Sheena Marie B. Lim Upper Carmen ES
69 Jeanchie B. Labial Upper Tignapoloan ES
70 Darlenie G. Tulang West City Central School
Name of Secondary School Research

No. Coordinators Schools
1 Maria Lorena Candia, PhD Bayabas NHS
2 Dolores D. Paler Bonbon NHS
3 Ritche Razel Celestial Bulua NHS
4 Karl Anthony O. Salise Canitoan NHS
5 Melrose V. Carreon Canitoan NHS - Pagatpat Extension
6 Aileen Regala Carmen NHS
7 Dyna Gorre CDO NHS-Balulang Annex
8 Mechille Jane R. Wong Iponan NHS
9 Hanna Monica A. Rosales Iponan NHS- San Simon Annex
10 Mabel S. Pilapil Kauswagan NHS
11 Luzviminda B. Ragmac Lumbia NHS
12 Beverly Anne Nicolasora Mambuaya NHS
13 Rochelle A. Luzano Mambuaya NHS-Bayanga Annex
14 Maridelyn D. Gumonan Mambuaya NHS-Dansolihon Annex
15 Gladys P. Tabanao Pedro "Oloy" N. Roa, Sr. HS
16 Juvy T. Importante Taglimao NHS
17 Charlene L. Maderse Taglimao NHS- Besigan Annex
18 Melvin A. Sta. Rita Taglimao NHS- Tumpagon Annex
19 Connie Ryan V. Edpalina Tagpangi NHS
Mayen C. Cabanaz/ Mark Anthony Tagpangi NHS- Tuburan Annex/Pigsag
20 Saludes an Extension
21 Ellsen A. Juntilla Tignapoloan NHS
22 James Edward B. Bete Tignapoloan NHS - Man-ai Extension
23 Syville Nino Dumanon Agusan NHS
24 Maria Theresa F. Mabalos Bugo NHS
25 Riza A. Lacuste Balubal NHS
26 Joy B. Estrosos Puerto NHS
27 Hasima N. Salic Cagayan de Oro NHS
28 Florence Fabroa Camaman-an NHS
29 Julieta Suansing Angeles Sisters NHS (Consolacion)
30 Lloyd Allan Cabunoc, PhD Gusa RSHS-X
31 Ponciano O Eduave Gusa NHS- Cugman Annex
32 Imelda J. Codilla Gusa NHS-FS Catanico Annex
33 Zyra Mae Ceniza Indahag NHS
34 Nick Pañares, PhD Lapasan NHS
35 Rovelyn C Donasco Lapasan NHS-Gusa Annex
36 Arnold Langam Macabalan NHS
37 Cheryl M. Pontillas Macasandig NHS
38 Jocelyn Palabon Puntod NHS
39 Psyche B. Cambo Tablon NHS
Taglimao NHS-Tuburan NHS-Pigsag-
40 John Vincent R. Besas an NHS
41 Nancy Rubin, PhD Bulua NHS- Camp Evangelista Annex

Basic Education Research Agenda Key Thematic Areas
(Source: DepEd Order No. 39, 2016)
Theme 1: Teaching and Learning
DepEd seeks to ensure that learning outcomes are achieved by maximizing the
competencies of teachers and potentials of all types of learners. This theme covers the actors,
activities, and fundamental aspects of teaching and learning in various contexts. The Research
Agenda looks into the strategies, best practices, and facilitating and hindering factors relative
to five sub-themes, namely: instruction, curriculum, learners, assessment, and learning
outcomes.
a. Instruction incorporates strategies to enhance the teaching-learning process.

The topics include, but are not limited to the following:
General Research Topics

Questions
What factors affect the *
Class size
teacher’s delivery of the *
Contact time
curriculum? *
Materials and Resources
*
ICT in Education
*
Language
- Medium of Instruction
-MTB-MLE
* Continuing professional development and support
(e.g. coaching and mentoring, Learning Action Cell
(LAC)
* Classroom Management (e.g. positive discipline)
* Learning Space/Environment
* lesson Planning and creation of IMs
* Teacher’s profile (e.g. background, specialization,
knowledge motivation)
What teaching and learning * Inclusive education
strategies can teachers apply - Special Education (SPED)
to ensure inclusive and - Indigenous peoples
learner-centered education? Education (IPEd)
- Madrasah Education
- Alternative Learning System
- Alternative Delivery Modes
* Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change
Adaptation (CCA)
* Child-Centered Approach
* Emerging good practices
* ICT in Education
* Differentiated Instruction
* Individual learning styles and multiple intelligences
* Collaborative learning
* Classroom management (e.g. positive discipline)
b. Curriculum will focus on the contribution of the new K to 12 Curriculum on

improving learning outcomes.
General Research Questions Topics
How is the curriculum able to  Contextualization (Localization and
contribute in achieving learning Indigenization)
outcomes?  Critical Content
 Spiral progression in the curriculum
 Higher Order Thinking Skills and
Cognitive Process Dimension
 Integration (e.g. DRR and Climate
Change Adaptation (CCA/Government
Thrusts-Drug, Sex Ed.)
 Inclusive Education (ALS, SPED,
IPED, ALIVE)
How is the curriculum responsive and  Contextualization
relevant to learners? - Localization
- Indigenization
a. The Agenda will study the developmental, social, and behavioral effects of the
teaching-learning process on Learners, who are the primary clients of basic
education. Key topics are:
What factors affect the learning  Child Development
behavior of the learners?  External and internal Environment
 Teaching Strategies
 Multiple intelligences
What contributes to the values  School influence
formation of learners?  Community
 Extra-and-co-curricular activities
 Culture
What makes a well-rounded,  School influence
happy, and smart learner?  Community
 Culture
 Extra-and-co-curricular activities
c. Assessment
As the key component of the teaching-learning process, Assessment requires
further study to refine the details of the K to 12 Assessment Framework.

Questions
What factors affect the  Classroom assessment (i.e. formative and
implementation of summative)
classroom assessment?  Emerging good practices
 Teachers’ expertise in constructing various
types of assessments
 Availability of assessment tools and resources
(e.g. materials, manpower, environment,
portfolio assessment)
How is assessment  Levels
conducted and utilized in - Classroom assessment
the Philippine education - National assessment
system? - International assessment
- System assessments
How effective is Recognition  Basic literacy program
of Prior learning (RPL) in  A&E
determining students to  PEPT (Grade Level Placement)
special programs?  Special Programs
The Agenda further examines the Learning Outcomes by understanding what

drives achievement, and by assessing and comparing the progress of learners
across subjects, grade levels, and geographical regions.
Questions
What factors affect the  Teacher’s profile (e.g. specialization, training,
achievement of learning experience)
outcomes?  Learning environment
 Learning resources
 Language
 Assessment
 Governance
How does achievement of  Regional, division, and school variation
expected learning outcomes  School typology
vary in terms of practices  Role of leaders
per region, division, and  Geographic, political, and economic factors
or/school?  Partnerships (i.e. LGUs, other private and
public organizations and institutions)
Theme 2: Child Protection

DepEd’s learner-centered approach recognizes that a child’s condition can significantly
affect the achievement of learning outcomes. While the Department may not have the direct
mandate and resources to address many of the social, economic, and personal issues of
learners, it is committed to ensuring their well-being, particularly in situations where harm
can occur in school or disrupt their studies.
General Specific Topics General Topics
Research
Questions
How can DepED  History of problem
best address the  Prevalence
following child  Factors contributing to
protection the problem (e.g. access
concerns: to technology,
Bullying  Physical Bullying (*hitting, environment)
kicking, or threatening to do  Vulnerable segments
it, stealing, hiding or ruining (e.g. gender, location,
someone’s things, hazing, economic status, persons
harassment, humiliation, with disabilities, children
making someone do things in conflict with the law,
he wants or he doesn’t want children at risk)
to do)  Effects (e.g. physical,
 Emotional Bullying mental, emotional,
 Cyber Bullying social)
Teenage  Reproductive Health  Policies/programs/interve
pregnancy Education ntions
Child Abuse  Grave Child Rights  Learning interventions
 SHS Work immersion  Monitoring and
Addiction  Substance Abuse evaluations of
 On line Gaming interventions
 Social Media  Partnerships
Media  Internet
Consumption  TV and Film
 Magazines
 Radio
Theme 3: Human Resource Development

DepED is the nation’s largest bureaucracy, it is imperative that various strategies are
developed to nurture the vast human capital involved in delivering basic education. Research
questions will delve into three subthemes: teaching and non-teaching qualifications and
hiring; (2) career development; and (3) employee welfare.
a. Teaching and non-teaching qualifications and hiring
Research questions probe into teachers’ existing qualifications and competency
requirements vis-avis the needs of the K to 12 and special education programs. The
topics extend to teacher education institutions, particularly on ways to upgrade pre-
service preparation and DepEd’s role in providing continuous quality training. Similarly,
developing the support structure of DepEd through its non-teaching personnel is an
important area of inquiry.
General Research Specific Topics General Topics
Questions
How effective is the * Specialization This research questions
professional * Quality of Years of Experience intends to examines the
development * Language Proficiency (Mother responsiveness of the
framework in the Tongue) Department’s existing
delivery of the K to *Academic Skills professional development
12 curriculum? *Psycho-social Skills framework
*ICT Integration in Teaching
What qualifications *Skills for:
and competencies are - Inclusive education
required for teaching - DRR and CCA
in an inclusive - Teaching Beginning Reading
learning environment - Qualification Standards and criteria
for Hiring
- Psychosocial skills
- Interpersonal Skills
How can pre-service  Teacher education
teacher education be institutions
improved to develop  Core courses
teachers who can  Relevant non-core courses
effectively deliver the  New courses
K to 12 curriculum?  Preparation on:
-Contextualization of
curriculum
-Integration (e.g. DRR and
CCA)
-Teaching Beginning Reading
-Inclusive Education
What qualification  Qualification Standards and
and competencies are Criteria for Hiring
required of non-  Psychosocial skills
teaching staff to  Interpersonal Skills
support the effective  Technical Skills
delivery of the K to
12 curriculum?
What are the issues  Localization Law
and challenges in  Ranking System
hiring public school  Natural Vacancies
teachers, and how  Planned positions
can these be  Notice of organization,
addressed? Staffing, and Compensation
Action
 Political Influence
 Competition between public
and private sector
 Emigration and/or foreign
contractual work
 Entry levels
 Qualification standards and
criteria for hiring
 Allocation of teacher items
 Verification of Eligibility
documents
b. Career Development
There is likewise a keen interest on the Career Development of both teaching and non-
teaching personnel in order to surface and address their capacity-building needs, and to
examine various dimensions and determinants of their professional growth.
How can selection, retention,  Career path and progression
assessment, development, promotion,  Personal considerations (*gender, age,
and recognition be enhanced to Net Take home pay/Net family income,
support DepEd employees in different work station, health condition)
career stages?  Quota system
 Item reclassification (*ERF, Step
increment)
 Mentoring (*LAC Session)
 Training and Development (*Prof.
Development, Induction)
 Patronage and corruption
 Results-Based Performance Management
System (RPMS)
 Scholarships and grants
 Succession Planning
What kind of capacity building activities  Over-all training program
are necessary and most effective in  Specialized training program
addressing development needs and  Process of capacity-building
improving the work performance of  Training strategy
teachers and other DepEd personnel?  Selection process
 Practical application
 Monitoring and Evaluation
 Other development options
-Classroom training
-Coaching and mentoring Experience
c. Employee Welfare
The Department seeks to explore monetary and non-monetary strategies as
well as non-traditional mechanisms to keep its personnel, especially teachers,
motivated to perform well.
What mechanisms are the most  Professionalization
appropriate to promote the welfare  Salary
of all DepEd employees?  Benefits
 Incentives (e.g. awards and recognition,
cash and non-cash rewards)
 Non- cash compensation (e.g. service
credits)
 Protection and safeguards
 Grievance mechanism
 Teaching load and ancillary services
 Employee wellness (e.g. physical, emotional,
spiritual, mental)
 Hazard pay
 Risk insurance
 Monetization program
 Gender and Development
What motivates teaching and non-  Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
teaching personnel to sustain
commitment and passion to high-
quality teaching, learning, and work
performance?
Theme 4: Governance
The theme covers planning, finance, program management, transparency and
accountability, and evaluation, underscores DepEd’s commitment to ensure that its structure,
systems, and processes contribute to the achievement of basic education outcomes.
a. Planning
The Department has already provided internal guidance (DepEd Order 13, s. 2015) for
the development of effective and efficient policies. With this in place, DepEd’s next
concern is to ensure that these policies are implemented and translated into
appropriate programs. Because it governs a very large sector with complex
interrelationships, the Department often encounters challenges in its Planning process.
This section deals with standards and policies that ensure the achievement of the
Department’s goals.
How can DepEd determine  Process Tools
effective and efficient standards -Typologies and classifications
for critical education resources for -Planning considerations for non-formal
schools, community learning education
centers, and other delivery units? -Comprehensive school safety or Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management in Education
 Critical Resources
-Teachers, teaching-related, and non-teaching
personnel
-Education facilities (e.g. laboratories)
-Tools and equipment
-Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
-School Sites
-Health and Nutrition
-Operating Budget

How can DepEd improve its  Strategic Planning (e.g. contingency planning)
planning process across levels?  Operations planning
 Data management
 Monitoring and Evaluation
 Policy Research
b. Finance
Financial management is a critical component in the governance of basic education.
This highlights the need to closely examine the effects of financial management not just
on program managers, but also on the intended beneficiaries.
How can DepEd improve its  Policies and Practices
process in the sourcing,  Issues and challenges
acquisition, disbursement,  Timeframe
recording, and reporting of  Budget deliberation and complete staff work
program and project funds,  Budget execution
consistent with applicable laws,  Evaluation and Policy amendment
policies, rules, and regulations?  Computation of Maintenance and Other
Operating Expenses (MOOE) to provide
implementing units with accurate funding needs
How does financial performance  Fund managers
affect key stakeholders in  Target beneficiaries
DepEd?  Community
 DepEd internal stakeholders
c. Program Management
Program Management, one of the crucial functions of DepEd, focuses on how DepEd
can best develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate programs, projects, and activities.
General Research Topics Additional Explanation
Questions
How effective is  Program and project
DepEd’s overall development
program  Operational efficiency
management  Coordination and provision
system? of technical assistance
 Monitoring and feedback
 Capability-building
 Personnel selection
 Support structures and
process
 Sustainability and
mainstreaming
 Networking and Linkages
How can we  Bilateral and multi-lateral One area of interest from
maximize external agreements this research question is the
partnerships locally delivery of basic education to
and abroad to  Public-Private Partnership undocumented Filipino
facilitate the delivery (e.g. Build-Operate- learners abroad
of basic education? Transfer, Build Transfer)
d. Transparency and Accountability

The Governance theme encompasses Transparency and Accountability in
various levels of DepEd’s operations. Studies can delve into how mechanisms such as
transparency board and grievance procedures promote transparency and
accountability in schools.
What factors affect transparency and  Accounting and auditing rules and
accountability in DepEd operations? regulations
 Procurement law
 Transparency reporting
 Implementing units
 Fiscal autonomy
 Manpower and resource requirements
 Process audit
 Engagement of stakeholders
How effective are internal business  Compliance to laws, policies, rules and
processes in allowing the public to regulations
monitor and document the  Government Accounting and Auditing
performance of DepEd? Manual (GAAM)
 R.A. 9184 (Procurement Law)
 DepEd Order/Memorandum
 Recording and Reporting of implementing
units
 Fiscal control, Audit, Manpower
 Penal clause/accountability
 Engagement of stakeholders
How can schools effectively respond  Policies and practices
to grievances from teachers, learners,  School structures (e.g. School Governing
parents, and the community? Council, Child protection Committee)
 Nature/types
 Issues and challenges
 Resolution
e. Evaluation aims to determine if the undertaking produced its intended result in the
best way possible so that decisions can be made to continue, discontinue, or revise
the said undertaking at the appropriate stages of the cycle
Questions
How effective have DepEd  Decentralization of basic education governance
policies, programs, and  Private schools regulations
projects been in meeting  Private sector partnerships
their stated objectives?  Community engagement and participation
 Civil society organization (CSO) engagement in
What are the unintended governance
consequences?  Human Resource Training and Development
 Early language, Literacy and Numeracy (formerly
Every Child a Reader Program)
 Multi-grade schools
 Regional Science High Schools
 Special Science Elementary Schools
 Science, Technology, Engineering, and math
Program
 Strengthened Technical-Vocational Education
Program
 Adopt-a-School Program
 Library Hub
 MTB-MLE
 ADMs
 School-Based initiatives implemented in various
versions
 Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS)
How can DepEd improve  Evaluation standards
its evaluation process  Professionalizing evaluation discipline
 External accreditation of schools and other units
How can DepEd maximize  Research utilization
the benefits gained from  Partnerships and joint undertakings
the evaluation outputs and  Issues and concerns
expertise from within and  Roles and responsibilities
outside the department?  Capability-building
 Incentives
Cross-cutting and emerging education social concerns will be considered in developing

research questions under all of the four themes. To inform policies and programs on these
concerns, also listed are research questions specific to each crosscutting theme:
1. Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM)

a. Prevention and Mitigation  DepEd system and structures (e.g.
How effective are current organizational structure, DRRM Committee)
prevention and mitigation  Current prevention and mitigation practices
measures in DepED offices and in schools
schools?  DRRM plans
 Structural designs
 Natural hazards and conflict
 CLC considerations

How are prevention and  Curriculum integration
mitigation practices integrated  Capacity of implementers
in the curriculum?  Learning materials
 Implementation strategies
b. Preparedness  Curriculum integration
How are prevention and  Learning materials
mitigation practices being  Structural designs
translated into disaster  DRRM plans
preparedness and awareness in  Plan implementation (e.g. evacuation drills,
DepEd offices and schools? trainings, inspection)
 Natural Hazards and conflict
What are the factors that  Structural resilience
contribute to risk reduction and  Construction protocols, practices, and
preparedness? monitoring
 Community integration
 Contextualization of DRRM concepts
 Capacity for response
 Risk information
 Early warning
c. Response  Types of response
How do education response  Capacity for response
practices ensure the protection  External practices of LGU’s, barangays, and
of our students, teachers, and other external stakeholders
non-teaching personnel?  Institutional analysis
 Provision for affected personnel
 Emerging best practices
 Coordination and support mechanisms
 Monitoring
How do we address gender  Gender and conflict studies
considerations during disasters?  Response protocols
 Rehabilitation and recovery programs
d. Rehabilitation and  DepEd systems and structures
recovery  Implementation strategies
What are the factors affecting  Assessment and mechanisms
the effective delivery of learning  Capacity of implementers
continuity in schools?  Coordination mechanisms
 Partnerships/Stakeholder engagement
 Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS)
 ADM Implementation
 Assessment
 Other rehabilitation/recovery/repair
initiatives and programs
How effective are rehabilitation  Psychosocial support for teachers and
and recovery intervention of the learners
 Classroom construction
Department in delivering  Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS)
learning continuity in schools  Learning Materials
 Support from partners
2. Gender and Development

Research questions under Gender and Development may delve into gender
mainstreaming in and gender-responsiveness of DepEd structures, policies,
programs, and projects.
3. Inclusive Education
How ready is DepEd in providing an  Inclusive education programs
inclusive learning environment?  Teaching strategies
 Assessment
 Capacity building programs
 Instructional materials
What are the perceptions of internal and  Internal and external
external stakeholders on inclusive stakeholders
education in the Philippine education  Inclusive education in the
system? Philippines

Format on the Types of Research
A. Minimum Requirements of the Research Proposal for funded and non-
funded Research
A-1 BASIC RESEARCH PROPOSAL TEMPLATE
I. Introduction and Rationale

II. Literature Review
III. Research Questions
IV. Scope and Limitation
V. Research Methodology
a. Sampling
b. Data Collection
c. Ethical Issues
d. Plan for Data Analysis
VI. Timetable / Gantt Chart
VII. Cost Estimates
VIII. Plans for Dissemination and Advocacy
IX. References
A-2 ACTION RESEARCH TEMPLATE
I. Context and Rationale

II. Action Research Questions
III. Proposed Innovation, Intervention, and Strategy
IV. Action Research Methods
a. Participants and/or other Sources of Data
b. Data Gathering Methods
c. Data Analysis Plan
V. Action Research Work Plan and Timelines
VI. Cost Estimates
VII. Plans for Dissemination and Utilization
VIII. References
Appendices for A-1 & A-2:

Appendix 1: Research Proposal Application Form and Endorsement of Immediate
Supervisor
Appendix 2: Declaration of Absence of Conflict of Interest

B. Minimum Requirements of Completed Research Report for funded and non-
funded Research
B-1 COMPLETED BASIC RESEARCH TEMPLATE
I. Title Page
II. Abstract
III. Acknowledgment
IV. Introduction of the Research
V. Literature Review
VI. Research Questions
VII. Scope and Limitation
VIII. Research Methodology
a. Sampling
b. Data Collection
IX. Discussion of Results and Recommendations
X. Dissemination and Advocacy Plans
XI. References
XII. Financial Report
B-2 COMPLETED ACTION RESEARCH TEMPLATE
I. Title Page
II. Abstract
III. Acknowledgment
IV. Context and Rationale
V. Innovation, Intervention, and Strategy
VI. Action Research Questions
VII. Action Research Methods
a. Participants and/or other Sources of Data and Information
b. Data Gathering Methods
VIII. Discussion of Results and Reflection
IX. Action Plan
X. References
XI. Financial Report
Appendices shall contain the following:

(Time Table/Gantt Chart, Cost Estimates, Plans for Advocacy, summarized raw data,
statistical results, a sample copy of Signed Consent Form or other documents relevant to the
conduct of the study and a copy of the result of the evaluation (from the School/District
Research
Team).

C. Continuous Improvement (CI)
C-1 CI Full Paper
Title Page (CI Title, Proponent/s, School/ District)

Approved Form (Proposal)
Abstract (consisted of 250 words or less if CI is completed)
Contents
Stage 1 – Assess
Step 1 Get Organized
Step 2 : Talk with the Customer
Step 3: Walk the process
Step 4: Identify Priority Improvement Areas/
Focus Problem Statement
Stage 2- Analyze
Step 5: Do Root Cause Analysis
Step 6: Develop Solution
Step 7: Finalize Improvement Plan
Stage 3 : Act
Step 8: Pilot Solution
Step 9: Roll Out Solution
Step 10: Check Progress
References Cited
Appendices
CI Structure (if any)
Instruments Used
Approved Request Letters
CI Implementation Plan
Gantt Chart
Sample of Informed Consent Form
Formatting: Paper Size: A4, Font Style: Arial, Font Size: 12, Spacing : Double Space
Margins: Left: 1.25”, Top, Right & bottom (1.00”); Cover Page title: Arial, 16,
bold, Proponent/s Name: Arial, 14; School/Division: Arial, 12
Note: CI proposal shall contain Steps 1-7 only

C-2 School CI Project Proposal Template
Project Title:
Proponents: Contact Person:
Name of School:
Objective:
Indicative Stage Schedule Resources Needed

Project 1.Assess
Schedule
2.Analyze
3.Act
Funding Sources
Internal
Other
Stakeholders
Prepared by: Endorsed by: Reviewed: Approved by:
___________________ _________________
_____________ ______________ (Div. CI Coach) (Div. CI Team Leader)
(Proponent/s) (School CI
Team Leader) Recommended by:
____________________
__________________ ASDS
(Div. CI Master (Division Research
Coach) Committee Chairman)

C-3 School CI Team Charter
Project Title
School Name
School Head
Team Role: Name:
Composition Team Leader-
Asst. Team Leader-
Documenter-
Records Keeper-
IT Specialist-
Key Customers
Key Process
Objectives
Brief
Background
Regular
Meeting
Schedule
Project Activity Output Target
Schedule Date 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Assess 1.Get organized
2.Talk with
Customers
3.Walk the Process
4.Identify
Improvement Areas
Analyze 5.Do Root Cause
Analysis
6.Develop Solutions
7.Finalize
Improvement Plans
Act 8.Pilot Solutions
9.Roll Out Solutions
10.Check Progress

Research Guidelines for Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel
A-1 For Education Program Supervisor (EPS) and Public Schools District
Supervisor (PSDS)
 All Education Program Supervisors (EPS) and Public School District

Supervisors (PSDS) are encouraged to conduct researches on their
respective area of specialization or assigned programs and projects
(PAPs).
A-2 For Senior Education Program Specialists (SEPS), Education Program

Specialist II (EPS II), Division Office Personnel and Non-Teaching Personnel
 Senior Education Program Specialists (SEPS), Education Program Specialist II

(EPSII), Division Office Personnel and Non-Teaching Personnel are also encouraged
to conduct action research addressing problems in their respective
workplace/section.
 Before conducting the research, the EPS, PSDS, SEPS, EPS II, Division Office
Personnel/Non-Teaching) are advised to seek approval of their research proposal.
Please refer to the enclosed Approval Sheet.
 When the proposal is approved whether funded or non-funded, the proponent/s
can then proceed to the conduct of the study.
 When the research is completed, the proponent/s are encouraged to join in the
division/region/region/national/international conference subject for endorsements
from the immediate supervisors.
A-3 For School Heads
1. School Heads are encouraged to do research in line with either SIP’s Priority
Improvement Areas (PIAs) or under the themes: Child Protection, Human Resource
Development, Governance and other cross cutting themes as stipulated in DepEd
Order 39, s. 2016.
2. Before conducting a research, the school heads are advised to coordinate with the
School Research Coordinator.
3. When the research proposal is approved, the school heads can then continue with
the conduct of the study with the PSDS which will serve as mentor.

A-4 For Master Teachers/Teachers
1. Align action/basic research with the school e-SIPs Priority Improvement Areas
(PIAs) or refer to some research topics contained in DepEd Order 39, s. 2016.
2. Have the proposal evaluated by the School Research Committee using the
Evaluation Tool for Basic Research, Action Research (appendix).
3. Submit one (1) hard copy of the proposal with the Approval Sheet (enclosed) and
result of the Evaluation in a transparent folder following the prescribed format.
4. The Chairman of the Research Team is responsible for facilitating the submission
of the proposal to the Division Office through SGOD Planning and Research Section.
5. When the proposal is approved, the proponent can then proceed to conduct the
study whether funded or non-funded.
6. After conducting the study, have the full paper evaluated by the School/District
Research Committee who will facilitate the submission of the full paper with the
result of the evaluation.
B. For all researchers
1. The maximum research team members for Basic/Action research shall not exceed to
three (3).
2. To address the problem of plagiarism, all researches submitted shall be
Subjected to plagiarism test by the Schools Division Research Committee (SRDC).
3. Only research papers that are presented in DepEd or with approval from DepEd
Officials (either in the Division, Region, National, International level) will be credited
in any ranking process in the division. A Notice of Acceptance of Basic Research/Action
Research/ CI paper with the full copy of the research and Certificate of Presentation
are proofs to be presented during the selection/ranking process.

APPROVAL SHEET TEMPLATES
APPROVAL SHEET
(for Elementary Teachers/Master Teachers)
This research proposal/full paper entitled “_________________,” prepared and

submitted by _____________________ of ______________________ has been
reviewed/evaluated and recommended for acceptance and approval.
District Research Team:

Chairman: Public School District Supervisor (PSDS)
Co-Chairman: Central School Principal (for Elementary)
Members: Principal (at least 3 as designated by the PSDS and

must have already conducted and presented action
research at least in the division level)
Rechecked: SEPS (Planning and Research)

Approved: ASDS
APPROVAL SHEET
(For Secondary Teachers/Master Teachers)
This research proposal/full paper entitled “________________,” prepared and submitted
by _____________________ of _____________________ has been examined and
recommended for acceptance and approval.
School Research Team:

Chairman: Secondary School Head
Co-Chairman: Master Teacher (at least in English but must have conducted and presented
his/her research output at least in the division level)
Members: Master Teachers (at least 3 as designated by School Head)
T1-T2 for schools without MT’s (but must have conducted Action
Research and presented at least in the Division)
Rechecked: SEPS (Planning and Research)

Approved: ASDS

APPROVAL SHEET
(For School Heads)
This research proposal/full paper entitled “_______________________,” prepared and

submitted by ________________________ of ___________________________ has been
reviewed and recommended for acceptance and approval.
Reviewed by: PSDS (for Elementary School Head)

EPS (for Secondary School Head)
SEPS-Planning and Research
Recommending Approval: CID Chief (If Curriculum Related)

SGOD Chief (If Governance Related)
Approved: ASDS
APPROVAL SHEET
(For EPSvr/PSDS/SEPS, EPS II, Division Office Personnel/ Non-Teaching)
This research proposal/full paper entitled “______________________________,”

prepared and submitted by ___________________ of ______________________ has been
Reviewed by: CID Chief (for EPSvr and PSDS)

SGOD Chief (for SEPS/EPS II and SGOD Staff)
SEPS-Planning and Research
Recommending Approval: ASDS
Approved: SDS

APPROVAL SHEET for Funded Research (i.e BERF)
(For all teaching and nonteaching personnel)
This research proposal/full paper entitled “______________________________,”

prepared and submitted by ___________________ of ______________________ has been
Reviewed by: SDRC

BERF Advisers
Recommending Approval: ASDS
Approved: SDS

Division Research Timelines
Activities Tentative Schedules
Finalization on the Journal of Basic Education January 2018
Reproduction of Research Journal (Print, 2nd Edition) February 2018
Pre-service and In-service Teacher Education Research Conference Feb 2018
Launching of Research Journal March 2018
Research Meeting for BERF Grantees, School Research April 2018
Coordinators and CI Pilot Schools and Sections
Call for Research Proposals (BERF/LGU) April 2018 -July 2018
Teacher Education Research Conference May 2018
Deadline for Research Proposals (BERF/LGU) May 2018 (BERF)-
(refer to D.O.#16, s.2017 for the format. July 2018
Attach the annexes 1-3 in submitting the proposal)
Online Book of Abstracts June 2018
Research Training for Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel Phase 1: June 2018/
Phase 2: July 2018
MOA Signing with HEIs & TEIs on Research Partnership August 2018
Final Defense for BERF Grantees (2 nd Batch) July-August 2018
Final Defense for BERF Grantees (3rd Batch) August –September 2018
Research Cliniquing for BERF/LGU Grantees June –May 2018
Research Caravan July 2018
Division Research Program Conference August 2018
Tracking the Progress of CI Pilot Schools & Sections in their CI Roll- June- March 2018
out as well as KUMILOS Pilot Schools
2017 School Level Research Congress (non-CI and CI) 2nd and Last week of August 2018
(All teaching and non-teaching personnel are encouraged to
participate)
2017 District Level Research Congress (non-CI and CI) 1st and 2nd week of
st
(Participants are 1 Place Winners in the School Level Research September 2018
Congress
both Oral and Poster Presentations)
2017 Research Congress for Division Personnel 2nd week of September 2018
(All Division Personnel are encouraged to participate)
2017 Division Level Research Congress (non-CI and CI) 3rd week of September 2018
(Participants are 1st Place Winners in the District Research Congress/
Division Personnel both Oral and Poster Presentations)
2017 Regional Level Research Congress (non-CI and CI) October 2018
(Participants are 1st Place Winners in the Division Level Research
Congress
both Oral and Poster Presentations)
Note: All research papers shall be anchored to the following themes: Theme 1: Teaching and Learning; Theme 2: Child Prot ection;
Theme 3: Human Resource Development; Theme 4: Governance; Theme 5: Gender and Development; Theme 6: Disaster Risk
Reduction & Management; and Theme 7: Inclusive Education. All researchers with non-CI-based papers (action/basic) are required to
follow the non-CI format as stipulated in Annex 6 of DO #16, s. 2017
1st Division Research Colloquium October 2018
Onine Book of Abstracts November 2018
Reproduction of Research Journal (Print) December 2018
National/ International Research Conferences November –May 2019

Research Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation
 A funded or non-funded research project proposals which met the criteria using the
evaluation research tool will be implemented and constantly monitored by the
concerned division personnel (i.e. PSDS, EPS, School Heads) and the utilization of
research findings shall be facilitated by the Monitoring & Evaluation Section as well as
Planning and Research Section most especially during policy review, policy
formulation, budgeting, planning and for other purposes relative on improving schools’
performance.
 For funded research like BERF, the steps in research management cycle flowchart shall
be strictly followed with the direct supervision of the SEPS for planning and research.
Research Management Conference Flowchart (School/ District/ Division Level)

Research Incentives
 Research plays a vital role towards academic development. However, there are only
few teaching and non-teaching personnel venture into this very unique and challenging
undertaking. Hence, incentives will be given to the researchers whose research papers
are commendable and presented even up to the international level.
1. Publication in the Online Book of Abstracts with ISSN 2467-6624 and Print Journal with
ISSN 2545-9589. All published research papers are carefully reviewed by the internal
and external reviewers with the use of the standard rubric for publication. All highly
publishable papers will be subjected to anti-plagiarism test (at least 90% originality of
the research work) prior publication.
2. Credits Ranking/Promotion Purposes

3. Cash Awards
4. Credits for Teaching/Non-Teaching Personnel Performance (IPCRF/OPCRF)
5. Free Travel in both domestic and ASEAN Countries when paper is accepted in a
reputable/highly recognized conference recognized by DepEd Central Office.
6. Findings of the commendable papers will be included in the Division Online Directory
of Research Finding
References
Deped Order No. 16., s. 2017 Research Management Guidelines
DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2016 Basic Education Research Agenda (BERA)
DO 36, s. 2013 - Our Department of Education Vision, Mission and Core Values (DepEd, VMV)
DepEd Order No. 4, s. 2016 Amendment to DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015 (Revised Guidelines
for the Basic Education Research Fund [BERF])
DepEd Order No. 43, s. 2015 Revised Guidelines for the Basic Education Research Fund
DM #279, s. 2017 Duties and Responsibilities of the District Research Officer and School
Research Coodinators

Appendices
Appendix A Research Proposal Application Form and Endorsement of
Immediate Supervisor (For Funded & non-funded research)
A. RESEARCH INFORMATION
RESEARCH TITLE
SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE RESEARCH
RESEARCH CATEGORY (check only RESEARCH AGENDA CATEGORY

one) (check only one main research theme)
o National o Teaching and Learning
o Region o Child Protection
o Schools Division o Human Resource Development
o District o Governance
o School (check up to one cross-cutting theme, if applicable)
o DRRM
(check only one) o Gender and Development
o Action Research o Inclusive Education
o Basic Research
o Others (please specify): _______________
FUND SOURCE (e.g. BERF, SEF, AMOUNT

others)*
TOTAL AMOUNT
* indicate also if proponent will use personal funds
B. PROPONENT INFORMATION
LEAD PROPONENT/ INDIVIDUAL PROPONENT
LAST NAME: FIRST NAME: MIDDLE NAME:

BIRTHDATE SEX: POSITION/ DESIGNATION:
(MM/DD/YYYY)
REGION / DIVISION / SCHOOL (whichever is applicable)
CONTACT NUMBER 1: CONTACT NUMBER 2: EMAIL ADDRESS:
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT TITLE OF THESIS / RELATED

(DEGREE TITLE) RESEARCH PROJECT
(enumerate from bachelor’s
degree up to doctorate
degree)
SIGNATURE OF PROPONENT:
PROPONENT 2

(MM/DD/YYYY)
SCHOOL / OFFICE ADDRESS:

degree)

PROPONENT 3

(MM/DD/YYYY)
SCHOOL / OFFICE ADDRESS:

degree)
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR'S CONFORME
I hereby endorse the attached research proposal. I certify that the proponent/s has/have the
capacity to implement a research study without compromising his/her office functions.
______________________________________
Name and Signature of Immediate Supervisor
Position / Designation: ____________________
Date: ___________________
_______________________________________________
Date: ___________________
_______________________________________________
Date: ___________________
Appendix B Declaration of Anti-Plagiarism and Absence of Conflict of

Interest for Funded and Non-funded Research
DECLARATION OF ANTI-PLAGIARISM
1. I, ____________________________________, understand that plagiarism is the act of

taking and using another’s ideas and works and passing them off as one's own. This
includes explicitly copying the whole work of another person and/or using some parts
of their work without proper acknowledgment and referencing.
2. I hereby attest to the originality of this research proposal and has cited properly all the
references used. I further commit that all deliverables and the final research study emanating
from this proposal shall be of original content. I shall use appropriate citations in referencing
other works from various sources.
3. I understand that violation from this declaration and commitment shall be subject to
consequences and shall be dealt with accordingly by the Department of Education and (insert
grant mechanism).
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________
DECLARATION OF ABSENCE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. I, ____________________________________, understand that conflict of interest refers

to situations in which financial or other personal considerations may compromise my
judgment in evaluating, conducting, or reporting research. 1
2. I hereby declare that I do not have any personal conflict of interest that may arise from my
application and submission of my research proposal. I understand that my research proposal
may be returned to me if found out that there is conflict of interest during the initial screening
as per (insert RMG provision).
3. Further, in case of any form of conflict of interest (possible or actual) which may
inadvertently emerge during the conduct of my research, I will duly report it to the research
committee for immediate action.
4. I understand that I may be held accountable by the Department of Education and (insert
grant mechanism) for any conflict of interest which I have intentionally concealed.
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________
PROPONENT: _____________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
DATE: __________________________

APPENDIX C GUIDE FOR APPRAISING BASIC RESEARCH PROPOSALS
Proponents Name : _________________________

Research Title: ____________________________
Name of School/ Office: _____________________
Date of Review and Evaluation: _______________
Final Rating: ______________________________
Increasing Levels of Quality and their Descriptions

Main Low
Score
Criteria High
Not The research The educational The nature, extent and

described proposal relevance and salience of the research
(no presents a timeliness of the topic are comprehensively
points) general research topic are discussed. Different aspects
Rationale description of shown. It explains the of the research setting are
of the the topic or need to conduct elaborated showing in
Research focus of research to understand depth and critical analysis
inquiry. a phenomenon, of the situation. Policy
10 points (5 points) advance or validate implications, benefits and
knowledge, improve a limitations of the study are
situation, or address an stated.
issue/ problem. (10 points)
(8 points)
Not Stated The research The research questions The research questions
(no proposal has a specify the variable or logically proceed from the
points) stated aim, the focus of inquiry. context of the study. They
Research
objective, or Key elements of the are formulated to clearly
Question
general research questions are show the extent and
s
research reflected in the title of different angles of inquiry
questions. the proposal. (ex: different variables of
20 points
(10 points) (15 points) interest, relationships to be
probed, geographical and
temporal scope).

(20 points)
Not The research proposal cites Viewpoints and issues underlying the
Use of provided theories and/ or previous present research are discussed and
Related (no studies related to the synthesized. They are critically evaluated
Literature points) present research. Sources to identify inconsistencies or gaps in
and are properly acknowledged. current knowledge or educational policy
Proper (5 points) that the study intends to address.
Citation Constructs are defined and presented in
a conceptual framework. Citation of
10 points literature sources is consistent.
(10 points)
Sub- Increasing Levels of Quality and their Descriptions Score

Main
Criteria Low
Criteria
High
Participant Not The research proposal states Details are provided about
s and/or stated the study’s target the target participants (ex:
other (no participants and/or other number, characteristics,
Sources of points) sources of data and sampling procedure, if any)
Data and information (ex: divisions, and/or other sources of
Informatio districts, offices, schools, data and information. Clear
n learners, teachers, parents, rationale for their inclusion
(10) documents, secondary data, in the study is given.
others) (10 points)
(5 points)
Research
Data Not The research Details of data The proposal
Methods
Gathering Describe proposal gathering explains why the
Method(s) d presents a methods are data gathering
40 points
and (no general provided: the methods are suited
Research points) description of specific kinds of to the nature and
Instrumen the methods to data, how and purpose of the
ts be employed for when they will be study. The data
(20) gathering data. collected. It gathering methods
(10 points) describes any are aligned with the
research research questions.
instruments (ex: Details about
test, scale, research
survey instruments are
questionnaire, presented such as
checklist, their sources or
interview guide) how they will be
to be developed developed and by
or adopted. whom, and their
(15 points) appropriateness for
obtaining the
desired kind of
data/ information.
(20 points)
Data Not The research Details of the The selected
Analysis stated proposal methods of data methods of data
Plan (no presents a analysis are analysis are shown
(10) points) general given. Techniques to be appropriate to
description of (ex: quantitative/ the nature of the
how the statistical, data/ information
gathered data/ qualitative, or to be gathered and
information will both methods), for addressing the
be analyzed. as well as tools research questions.
(5 points) (ex: software) to (10 points)
be employed are
specified.
(8 points)
Main Increasing Levels of Quality and their Descriptions Score

Criteria Low High
Not The research proposal A detailed work plan is provided
included includes a list of major covering start to completion of the
(no points) activities and their timelines. research. Timelines are realistic and
Work (5 points) show concretely how the research will
Plan and unfold over the allowed period. The
Timelines overall plan reflects the proponent’s
capacity to concretize ideas into clear
10 points and sequential steps to be
undertaken.
(10 points)
Cost Not The research proposal A detailed breakdown of items with

Estimates included includes a list of major items their corresponding costs is furnished.
(no points) and their estimated cost. The The items and costs reasonably reflect
10 points total cost is shown. the funding needs of the research,
(5 points) and adhere to BERF guidelines. The
overall plan reflects the proponent’s
capacity to project specific expenses
that she or he will be accountable for.
(10 points)
Total Score
Remarks:
NOTE: To qualify for approval in the School/District/Division/Region, the

proponent/s must have a minimum average score of 70%.
Evaluated by Division/ District/School Research Com.:
__________________ __________________ _________________

Member Member Member
___________________ ___________________
Co- Chair Chairman

APPENDIX D GUIDE FOR APPRAISING ACTION RESEARCH PROPOSALS
Proponents Name : _________________________

Research Title: ____________________________
Name of School/ Office: _____________________
Date of Review and Evaluation: _______________
Final Rating: ______________________________

Main
criteria Low
Criteria
High
Context Not The action The educational The nature, extent and
(15) described research proposal relevance and salience of the
(no presents a general timeliness of the identified problem or
points) description of the problem or issue issue are
problem or issue are shown. The comprehensively
as its focus of need to conduct discussed. Different
inquiry. action research as a aspects of the action
(8 points) way to address or research setting are
improve the elaborated showing in
Rationale
situation is depth and critical
of the
explained. analysis of the
Action
(12 points) situation.
Research
(15 points)
Proposed Not The action The proposal The rationale, extent
30 points
Interventi Presente research proposal outlines when and and limitation of the
on, d mentions an where the intervention,
Innovation (no intervention, intervention, innovation or strategy
, Strategy points) innovation or innovation or are explained in detail.
(15) strategy to be strategy to be tried Its plausibility as a
tried out to out to address the way to address the
address the problem or issue. problem or issue is
problem or issue. (12 points) given support.
(8 points) (15 points)
Action Research Not The action The research The research

Questions(s) Stated research proposal question(s) question(s) logically
(no has a stated aim, specifies the action proceed from the
30 points points) objective, or research variable(s) context of the inquiry.
general research or the focus of It clearly relates to the
question(s). inquiry. Key identified problem or
(15 points) elements of the issue, and conveys the
research desired change or
question(s) are improvement.
reflected in the title (30 points)
of the proposal.
(25 points)

Main
Criteria Low
Criteria
High
Participant Not The action research proposal Details are provided about
s and/or stated states the target participants the target participants (ex:
other (no and/or other sources of data number, characteristics,
Sources of points) and information (ex: sampling procedure, if any)
Data and learners, teachers, and/or other sources of
Informatio documents, realia, learner’s data and information. Clear
n products, others) (5 points) rationale for their inclusion
(10) in the study is given.
(10 points)
Action Data Not The action Details of data The proposal
Research Gathering Describe research gathering explains why the
Methods Method(s) d proposal method(s) are selected data
and (no presents a provided: the gathering
30 points Research points) general specific kinds of method(s) are
Instrumen description of data, how and suited to the nature
ts the method(s) when they will be and purpose of the
(10) to be employed collected (ex: action research.
for gathering pretest and The data gathering
data. posttest scores). method(s) is
(5 points) Research aligned with the
instruments, if research
any, are question(s).
described (ex: Research
test, scale, instruments, if any,
survey are appropriate for
questionnaire, obtaining the
checklist, desired kind of
interview guide, data/ information.
others). (10 points)
(8 points)
Data Not The action Details of the The selected

Analysis stated research method(s) of methods of data
Plan (no proposal data analysis are analysis are shown
(10) points) presents a given. Techniques to be appropriate to
general (ex: quantitative/ the nature of the
description of statistical, data/ information
how the qualitative, or to be gathered and
gathered data/ both methods), for addressing the
information will as well as tools research
be analyzed. (ex: software) to question(s).
(5 points) be employed are (10 points)
specified.
(8 points)
Main Increasing Levels of Quality and their Descriptions Score

Criteria Low High
Not The action research proposal A detailed work plan is provided
included includes a list of major covering start to completion of the
Action (no points) activities and their timelines. research. Timelines are realistic and
research (3 points) show concretely how the action
Work research will unfold over the allowed
Plan and period. The overall plan reflects the
Timelines proponent’s capacity to concretize
ideas into clear and sequential steps
5 points to be undertaken.
(5 points)
Cost Not The research proposal A detailed breakdown of items with

Estimates included includes a list of major items their corresponding costs is furnished.
(no points) and their estimated cost. The The items and costs reasonably reflect
5 points total cost is shown. the funding needs of the action
(3 points) research, and adhere to BERF
guidelines. The overall plan reflects
the proponent’s capacity to project
specific expenses that she or he will
be accountable for.
(10 points)
Total Score
Remarks:
NOTE: To qualify for approval in the School/District/Division/Region, the

proponent/s must have a minimum average score of 70%.
Evaluated by Division/ District/School Research Com.:
__________________ __________________ _________________

___________________ ___________________
Co- Chair Chairman

APPENDIX E GUIDE FOR APPRAISING FULL ACTION/BASIC RESEARCH
(Note that points earned in the proposal will be added to the total points earned in the Final Paper)
Name of Researcher/s: School:
Title: Date of Review/Evaluation:
VI.Result and Discussion (15pts.) Score
0 3 5 10
Not -Presented a simple Highlighted and discussed how -Discussed how the results extend
discusse summary of the the result has reinforced what is knowledge about the field by reinforcing
d results and already known about the current thinking.
demonstrated innovation or intervention. -Presented a comprehensive and well-
original thinking. structured discussion making clear
links of what is already known about the
innovation/intervention.
VII.Conclusion and Recommendation/s (15pts.) Score
0 2 3 5
Not -Not clearly - Stated in clear, simple language. -Provided a synthesis of opinions
included stated -Discussed how the findings differ or presented in the paper to show how
-No support those of others and why. these converge to address the problem/s
recommendatio -Indicated opportunities for future and the overall objectives of the
ns offered. study/investigation an in-depth innovation/ intervention.
awareness of the research problem. -Offered synthesis of key points and
recommended new areas for future
research.
VIII.OTHERS: A. Referencing (10 points) Score

0 1 3 5
Little or poor use of citation -Insufficient Uses recommended -Extensive and appropriate use of
usage of citations referencing style citations to reflect use of theory in
-Used consistently and discussion and argument.
recommended accurately in text of -Consistent use of APA referencing
referencing style work and reference (in-text and bibliography)
with minimal list.
errors
Clarity of Expression (5 points) Score
0 1 3 5
-Poorly-written (wrong use Poorly-written Well-written (correct -Superior clarity in presentation
of language, grammar, ideas (correct grammar grammar, use of and expression with attention to
not well expressed) but ideas are language, expression details in all aspects are evident.
-Presence of misspelled incoherent) and ideas are -Prefect grammar, appropriate use
words coherent) of language.
Score in the proposal ____________
Score in the full/final paper ____________
TOTAL SCORE _____________
REMARKS:
NOTE: To qualify for approval in the School/District, the proponent must have a minimum average
score of 70 points (Proposal + Final Paper).
Evaluated by District/School Research Team:

__________________ __________________ _________________
___________________ ___________________
Co- Chair Chairman
APPENDIX F Sample Letter of Approval for funded Research (Used by SDRC)
Date:
Mr. / Ms. ______________________

_____________________________
_____________________________
Dear Mr. / Ms. ______________:
Greetings!
This refers to the research proposal you submitted to the [insert governance level] for possible
funding under [insert fund source].
The Research Committee has carefully evaluated the final research proposal entitled
_________________________________________________________________ based on
the criteria prescribed in the Research Management Guidelines and we are pleased to inform you that
the said research proposal was approved for implementation.
In this regard, may we invite you to the [insert name of office / venue of orientation] on [insert
orientation date] for an orientation regarding the implementation of your research proposal. Further,
this will also be a venue for the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement
(MOA) which will contain the details of your engagement.
For clarifications and any concerns, kindly contact [insert contact office, focal person, and contact
details].
We look forward to the successful implementation of your research. Thank you very much!
Very truly yours,
RESEARCH COMMITTEE CHAIR

APPENDIX G Sample Letter of Disapproval for funded Research (Used by SDRC)
Date:
Mr. / Ms. ______________________

_____________________________
_____________________________
Dear Mr. / Ms. ______________:
Greetings!
This refers to the research proposal you submitted to the [insert governance level] for possible
funding under [insert fund source].
The Research Committee has carefully evaluated the final research proposal entitled
_________________________________ based on
the criteria prescribed in the Research Management Guidelines. We regret to inform you that
the said research proposal did not pass the evaluation due to the following reasons:
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
We thank you for your interest in availing of the [insert research fund]. Kindly take note that
you can still resubmit this research proposal once all the comments and recommendations are
incorporated.
For clarifications and any concerns, kindly contact [insert contact office, focal person, and
contact details].
We look forward to future collaborations with you. Thank you very much!
Very truly yours,

RESEARCH COMMITTEE CHAIR
APPENDIX H Sample Template for Memorandum of Agreement (Used by SDRC)
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
This Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) is entered into in the [insert location], Philippines
by and between:
[NAME OF GRANTEE) of [SCHOOL / OFFICE / DIVISION / REGION) from

[ADDRESS], hereinafter referred to as GRANTEE.
and
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION [INSERT GOVERNANCE LEVEL) with office

address at [INSERT OFFICE ADDRESS], represented by the chairman of the
Research Committee, [INSERT NAME AND POSITION OF RESEARCH
COMMITTEE CHAIR], hereinafter referred to as DEPED [INSERT
GOVERNANCE LEVEL).
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, DEPED aims to promote an environment conducive to the ideal of evidence-based decision-
making through the conduct of various research initiatives across all governance levels;
WHEREAS, DEPED has instituted the Basic Education Research Fund (BERF) as a funding
facility for potential research studies to be conducted by eligible DepEd personnel;
WHEREAS, DEPED has evaluated and approved all submitted research proposals to ensure the quality
and relevance of potential research studies and has informed the
research proponents of the results of the evaluation;
WHEREAS, the research proponent, now known as the "GRANTEE", has been oriented on
the systems and processes of the BERF facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, DEPED AND the GRANTEE (collectively known as the PARTIES)
agree as follows:
ARTICLE I
SCOPE AND DURATION OF THE AGREEMENT
Section 1.1 All the activities in the approved research proposal to be conducted will be
[national / regional / division / district / school} in scope. The work plan of the approved
research proposal is attached as Annex 1 of this agreement.
Section 1.2 The implementation of the research study will last for [insert six months to
one year depending on the scope and the approved timeline] as approved.
Section 1.3 Any deviation from the original and approved research proposal will be
immediately communicated to the [insert Research Committee) by the GRANTEE All major
changes warrant the approval of the Research Committee. The approved research topic
cannot be changed by the GRANTEE at any point during the study.
___________________________
1 This is just a sample MOA. The NRC and RRC may customize this MOA based on agreements
between the
GRANTEE and DEPED or standards on MOA execution within the office.
Section 1.4 In the event that the GRANTEE sees the need for an extension, a letter of
request for extension with justification will be submitted to the [insert research committee].
Valid reasons for extension which will be decided by the [insert research committee] include
illness of the grantee, calamities, disasters, and other extenuating circumstances The request
of extension will be approved provided there will be no additional cost to DEPED. The
GRANTEE will be allowed [insert maximum period of extension as per Research
Management Guidelines].
Section 1.5 In cases where unforeseen circumstances force the cessation of the
implementation of the research, the GRANTEE shall write a letter to the Research Committee
with justification and documentary support.
ARTICLE II
OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES
Section 2.1 The total cost of the approved research proposal is [insert total cost of
research proposal] DEPED will release payment to the GRANTEE in [insert number]
tranches provided that the GRANTEE will submit all the expected outputs. The table of
deliverables per tranches is outline in Annex of this MOA.
Section 2.2 The GRANTEE will be responsible for the following:

(a) conduct the research as approved in his/her research proposal;
(b) submit all the required outputs to DEPED as per approved timeline;
(c) ensure that the conduct of research will follow the highest standards of ethics
to protect our learners and the community;
(d) disclose any conflict of interest (possible or actual) that may arise during the
conduct of the research;
(e) ensure that all funds provided will be spent as per approved cost estimates; and
(f) disseminate completed research on appropriate venues
Section 2.3 DEPED will be responsible for the following:

(a) ensure the timely release of research funds for the GRANTEE;

(b) evaluate thoroughly the submitted deliverables of the GRANTEE;
(c) provide technical assistance to the GRANTEE as per monitoring and
evaluation results and as requested by the GRANTEE;
(d) monitor the progress of the research proposal;
(e) conduct due diligence in evaluating and approving deliverables; and
(f) assist in providing venues for dissemination of the completed research
ARTICLE III
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Section 3.1 Authorship and Ownership. The GRANTEE will be the sole author of the
research. (The study funded under BERF will be co-owned by the author/s and DepEd)
Written permission from the [insert Research Committee) is required when the research will
be presented in research conferences, forums, and other related events, or be published in
research journals and bulletins Also, in these presentations or publications, the GRANTEE
must duly acknowledge the funding source/s for the study.
Section 3.2 Plagiarism, Fraud, and Conflict of Interest. The GRANTEE will ensure that
the research proposal and final report submitted are original works. Appropriate referencing
and citation must be included in the submitted deliverables. Further, the GRANTEE will ensure that
there will be no conflict of interest during the conduct of the research. The GRANTEE has
submitted declarations of anti-plagiarism and absence of conflict of interest (please see
attached).
Any act of fraud and plagiarism will be dealt with accordingly. Further, if the
GRANTEE committed plagiarism or any form of fraud s/he will be blacklisted from availing
any other research grant mechanism in the Department.
Section 3.3 Failure to Complete Research Proposal. In the event that the GRANTEE
failed to complete and submit the deliverables, the research proponent will be required to
return the total amount of research fund s/he has received during the course of the
implementation.
Section 3.4 Effectivity and Termination of MOA. The MOA will take effect on the date of
signature of both the GRANTEE and DEPED and will end upon the submission of all deliverables and
release of the funds. This MOA shall also be terminated under sections 1.5, 3.2, and 3.3 or any
circumstances that will lead to the non-completion of the research.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signatures on [insert date] at [insert
location]
GRANTEE DEPED
________________________________ ___________________________________
[Position of the grantee] [Research Committee Chair]
WITNESSED BY: WITNESSED BY:
______________________________ ________________________________
[Secretariat member] [Any Research Committee Member]
Source: DO #16, s.2017

APPENDIX I STANDARD RUBRIC FOR RESEARCH PUBLICATION (For external reviewer)
Research Title: ___________________________________________________________

Researcher: ______________________________________________________________
STANDARD RUBRIC FOR RESEARCH PUBLICATION

in CDO Research Journal, Volume I, Issue 2, 2017 with ISSN 2545-9589
INDICATORS
Put a check mark if indicator is satisfactorily met. Remarks
Research Agenda and Policy Recommendations
 The article is able to address the needs/concerns in education at present
 Important and timely
 Value or usefulness of the research to the field or profession or to the existing
knowledge in education
 Connection to concrete national, regional or global significance
 Inclusion of appropriate implications for practice and/or policy
Overall Presentation of Research Paper
 Originality of Work
 Overall clarity of ideas and expression.
 Correct grammatical construction and accurate writing style.
 Relevant and well-presented literature review.
 Solid connections of theories and concepts in the framework of the study.
 Clear and well-formulated research questions.
 Clear and detailed data collection procedures: design, sampling, instruments, and
data collection.
 Concrete and sufficient data analysis procedures.
 Consistency with and use of relevant literature in presenting analysis of data and
results.
 Strength of argumentation: clarity of concepts, internal logic and organization.
 Precise and accurate interpretation, presentation, and discussion of findings
 Adequacy, coherence, and concreteness of tables and figures as used in the
interpretation, presentation and discussion of findings.
Number of Indicators Checked: _________

* 14 – 17 Checked Indicators  Highly Publishable
* 13 and below Checked Indicators  Considerable Publishable
Decision: ________________________________________________
_____________________________________ _____________________________________
_____________________________________
Rater 1 Rater 2 Rater 3

Source: Modified from DepEd Baguio City Standard Rubric for Evaluation
APPENDIX J Sample of Informed Consent Form (for all researchers)
PART I INFORMATION SHEET

 Title of Research:________________________
 Name of author and co-authors (if any): ___________________________________
 Indicate the designation and contact address of Researcher/s:__________________
 Introduction
o State briefly who you are and that you are inviting them to participate in research
which you are doing.
 Aims of the study
o use local and simplified words rather than scientific terms.
 Participant Selection
o Indicate why you have chosen this person to participate in this research.
 Voluntary Participation
o Indicate clearly that they can choose to participate or not.
Part II CERTIFICATE OF CONSENT
Please put your Initial

inside the Box
1. I confirm that I have fully understood the information given to me

by the researcher/s for the above study and I have had the
opportunity to ask questions to the researcher/s.
2. I understand that my participation in this study is voluntary and

that I am free to withdraw at any time without prejudice.
3. I agree to take part in the above study.
4. I agree to the interview / focus group

discussion/ consultation being audio
recorded (if audio recorded, omit this
item if not audio recorded)
5. I agree to the interview / focus group

discussion / consultation being video
recorded (if video recorded, omit this
item if not video recorded)
6. I understand that while information gained during

the study may be published, I will not be
identified and my personal results will remain
confidential.

Name of Participant Date Signature
Name of Researcher Date Signature
If interviewed pupils/students, consider the parents’ presence and consent:
____________________________ _________________ _________________________

Name of Parent/Guardian Date Signature
Note:
1. The signed consent forms shall be stored securely by the researcher/s.)
2. If the researchers will conduct interview with pupils/students below 18 years old, the
language used shall be at a level appropriate to the child's age and development.

Appendix K The Rapids Crossers CDO Research Journal with ISSN 2545-9589
EDITORIAL POLICY
A. Copyright Policy
Copyrights for journal articles are retained by the authors and co-authors, with first
publication rights granted to the publisher. Authors have rights to republish and
distribute their own articles provided that the publisher is not responsible for
subsequent uses of the work. Authors shall permit the publisher to apply a DOI (Digital
Object Identifier) to their articles and to archive them in databases and indexes
provider.
B. Submission Policy
Submission of an article implies that the research work described has not been
published previously in the regional, national and international publishing journals.
BERF and award winning research articles (division, regional and national) will be
prioritized in the review process prior publication.
C. Peer Review System Policy
Peer Review System is a process of subjecting an author’s scholarly research work to

the scrutiny of others who are experts in the same field. The double blind review
process is adopted for this journal. The reviewer/s and the author/s do not know each
other’s identity.

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Reviewed by the Schools Division Research Committee

Chair : Alicia E. Anghay, PhD., CESE

Co-Chairs : Rosalio R. Vitorillo

Adviser : Jonathan S. Dela Peña, PhD, CESO VI

Members : Joel D. Potane, PhD

Arnel A. Calubag, CPA

Jean T. Loquillano, PhD

January Gay T. Valenzona, PhD

Chair, Secretariat : Joel D. Potane, PhD

Members, Secretariat : Jimboy S. Eugenio

Source: DO #16, s. 2017

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As a learner-centered public institution,

Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating environment.

Source: DO 36, s. 2013

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Each strategic goal has corresponding strategies such as:

1. Strengthened the implementation of feeding program thru partnership with external

Moreover, it likewise entails the following Interventions:

1. Supervised School-based Feeding (SSF);

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Fraud - is a deliberate form of deception intended to result in financial or

Grant - an amount provided by DepEd or any organization/government

KUMILOS - refers to an action research framework of UP College of Education,

Plagiarism - refers to intellectual theft i.e. presenting and/or claiming another’s

Proponent/s - refers to an individual or group that submitted a proposal for

Referencing - is citing the authors or documents used in the research

Innovation - a new idea, device, or method, or the act or process of introducing

Intervention -The systematic process of assessment and planning employed to

Source: DO #16, s. 2017

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BERA Basic Education Research Agenda

BERF Basic Education Research Funds

DRC District Research Coordinators

DRO District Research Officers

LACs Learning Action Cells

NRC National Research Committee

RRC Regional Research Committee

SDRC Schools Division Research Committee

SRC School Research Coordinators

Source: DO #16, s. 2017

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Source: DO #16, s. 2017

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1. Develop initiatives in improving the culture of research in the district (i.e.

C. Duties and Responsibilities of School Research Coordinators

Source: DM #279, s. 2017

D. Duties and Responsibilities of BERF Advisers

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1. Correcting spelling, grammar, and word usage.

Directory of Research Coordinators

SY. 2017-2018 onward

Joel D. Potane, Ph.D

Division Research Coordinator

District Research Coordinators

Schools Research Coordinators (SRC)

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North II East 1 East II South Central