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    Lecture Note Definiton of Terms

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    The document discusses definition of terms, which operationally defines variables and key concepts essential to a study. There are two types of definitions: conceptual, which uses a standard dictionary definition, and operational, which defines how the term is specifically used in the study. Defining terms is important when terms are uncommon or have unique meanings in the study context. Benefits include clarifying technical terms, ensuring understanding, and allowing easy reference to term meanings. Guidelines are provided for how to write the definition of terms section, such as listing terms alphabetically and including acronyms. Examples demonstrate conceptual and operational definitions.

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    The document discusses definition of terms, which operationally defines variables and key concepts essential to a study. There are two types of definitions: conceptual, which uses a standard dictionary definition, and operational, which defines how the term is specifically used in the study. Defining terms is important when terms are uncommon or have unique meanings in the study context. Benefits include clarifying technical terms, ensuring understanding, and allowing easy reference to term meanings. Guidelines are provided for how to write the definition of terms section, such as listing terms alphabetically and including acronyms. Examples demonstrate conceptual and operational definitions.

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    The document discusses definition of terms, which operationally defines variables and key concepts essential to a study. There are two types of definitions: conceptual, which uses a standard dictionary definition, and operational, which defines how the term is specifically used in the study. Defining terms is important when terms are uncommon or have unique meanings in the study context. Benefits include clarifying technical terms, ensuring understanding, and allowing easy reference to term meanings. Guidelines are provided for how to write the definition of terms section, such as listing terms alphabetically and including acronyms. Examples demonstrate conceptual and operational definitions.

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    Lecture Note Definiton of Terms

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    The document discusses definition of terms, which operationally defines variables and key concepts essential to a study. There are two types of definitions: conceptual, which uses a standard dictionary definition, and operational, which defines how the term is specifically used in the study. Defining terms is important when terms are uncommon or have unique meanings in the study context. Benefits include clarifying technical terms, ensuring understanding, and allowing easy reference to term meanings. Guidelines are provided for how to write the definition of terms section, such as listing terms alphabetically and including acronyms. Examples demonstrate conceptual and operational definitions.

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    CHAPTER 1: THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

    Definition of Terms

    Definition of Terms is also called as Operational Definition of Variables (ODV). The


    word operational refers to “how the word/term was used in the study. At the same time, the
    variables are the elements essential to the study.

    There are two ways in defining the terms, the conceptual and operational definition. The
    conceptual definition is the meaning of the term that is based on how it is defined in the
    dictionary or encyclopedia. Operational definition on the other hand is the meaning of the term
    based on how it was used in the study.

    Generally, there are two cases in which important terms need to be defined. First, if the term is not
    common or widely known and second, if the term has a specific or unique meaning in the context
    of the study.

    Benefits of Having Definition of Terms


    1. It is a useful place to include technical terms in the topic of the research questions.
    2. It can clarify the definition of term, especially if it has a different meaning. Define the
    term according to how it was used in the study.
    3. It makes it easier to revisit or check the meaning of a term instead of trying to locate it
    through the paper.
    4. Helps to ensure that the reader can understand the technical terminologies and jargons
    while reading the paper.

    Guidelines on How to Write the Definition of Terms


    1. Write a brief introductory statement. It shortly describes the content of the definition of
    terms.
    2. List/write the words/terms (which are technical) that would be included (make sure that
    the variables and key terms found in the title are included).
    3. The terms should be arranged alphabetically.
    4. Indention should be applied to each term.
    5. The term should be followed with a period
    6. It can be underlined or not.
    7. It can be bold and italic or not.
    8. It does not have to be lengthy (direct to the point).
    9. Acronym/initials should be defined clearly. Complete name should be written first, followed
    by the acronym/initials in open-close parenthesis, then the definition/meaning.
    10. Do not overflow with technical terms (only those relevant and significant to the study).
    11. Keep the definition brief and basic. You will elaborate on it more in the body of your paper.

    Note: Refer also to your institutional format (some institutions have different formats).
    Examples of Writing the Definition of Terms

    1. Conceptual definition

    Face to face. It is when the people involved are being close together and looking directly at each
    other.

    Module. Is any in a series of standardized units used together, such as an educational unit that
    covers a single subject or topic.

    Online. Is controlled by or connected to another computer or network.

    2. Operational definition

    Face to face. This refers to one of the modalities used in learning delivery in which the teacher and
    students should be in the same place or setting, such as the classroom.

    Module. Teaching modules are guides of the topics and lessons of a specific subject given to
    students under the modular method. It is also an alternative distance learning delivery in which
    students are required to read and answer the activities specified in the module.

    Online. It refers to another form of distance learning wherein the teacher and students will have
    their lessons using internet connectivity.

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