Unit 1 Lesson 1

Unit 1: Nature of Research
Lesson 1
Research and Its Importance
Practical Research 1
Senior High School Applied - Academic
How are
human
innovations
made possible?
EVALUAT
ENGAGE EXPLORE EXPLAIN EXTEND 2
● Define research and the different
Learning types of research.
Objectives
At the end of the
● Explain the academic and
lesson, you should practical importance of doing
be able to do the
following: research.
EVALUAT
1. Why is research important?
1. How does research affect

your daily life?
EVALUAT
Defining Research
Research is “the systematic study of materials

and sources in order to establish facts and
reach new conclusions” (Oxford English
Dictionary, as cited in O’Leary 2004).
EVALUAT
Individual
curiosities
Everyday life Random

experiences observations
Defining Question
Research
Research begins with a question.
EVALUAT
Defining Research
Question Answer
You do research when you gather information

to seek answers to your question.
EVALUAT
Defining Research
Observation: Question:
You have a hard time falling “Why do I have a hard time
asleep at night when you falling asleep when I take a
drink a chocolate-flavored chocolate-flavored drink at
drink before sleeping. night?”
Answer: Gathered information:

Some of the ingredients in The list of ingredients of the
the chocolate-flavored drink chocolate-flavored drink and
are known to boost energy their uses
levels.
EVALUAT
Types of Research
Basic research Applied research
Purpose: Purpose:
To gain broader To find solutions to
understanding of a actual problems
particular problem or
phenomenon
EVALUAT
Types of Research
Basic research Applied research
Outcome: Outcome:
New ideas, concepts, New ideas and concepts
and/or theories that that have direct real-life
broaden understanding application
but may not be
applicable in real life
EVALUAT
Basic research is
mostly theoretical
and is not directly
applicable to real-life
problems and
concerns.
EVALUAT
Examples of Basic Research
● The role of the

government in providing
basic social services
● Therapeutic effects of
pet ownership
● Parenting styles across
different Asian cultures
EVALUAT
Applied research
has obvious and
immediate
applications.
EVALUAT
Examples of Applied Research
● The effectiveness of
vaccines in preventing
infectious diseases
● The effectiveness of
social media
advertisements in
increasing sales
EVALUAT
Remember
Basic research produces knowledge

to understand the world better.
Applied research uses this
knowledge in the daily lives of
people.
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Types of Research
informs
Basic Research Applied Research
can lead to more
Basic research and applied research are

related to each other.
EVALUAT
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Types of Research
informs
Basic Research Applied Research
can lead to more
Example: A study of chemical components (basic research) can lead to the

development of medicines based on this knowledge (applied research).
Further research on these products can lead back to basic research.
EVALUAT
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Doing research is important because…
● It helps us understand the world

Importance better.
of Research ● It allows us to find answers to
problems.
● It enables us to evaluate our
answers to different problems.
EVALUAT
How can I do basic or applied
research in my field of study?
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Practice
Think of two researchable questions based

on everyday life experiences, encounters, or
observations. If you were to seek answers to
these questions, classify which type of
research is applicable (basic/applied).
EVALUAT
Quick Check
This is the type of research that is most useful

for practical purposes.
EVALUAT
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Quick Check
This is the type of research that generates new

knowledge, ideas, concepts, or theories.
EVALUAT
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Quick Check
Classify this research topic as

basic or applied research:
A study on effective teaching methods

for children under 5 years old
EVALUAT
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Wrap Up
Research
is a systematic process of gathering
information to answer a question or
solve a problem.
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Wrap Up
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Bibliography
Booth, Wayne C., Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams. The Craft of Research, 3rd ed.
Chicago: The University of Chicago Press, 2008.
Neuman, W. Lawrence. Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, 7th ed.
Essex: Pearson Education Limited, 2014.
O’Leary, Zina. The Essential Guide to Doing Research. London: SAGE Publications Ltd., 2004.
Schutt, Russell K. Investigating the Social World: The Process and Practice of Research, 9th ed.
California: SAGE Publications Inc., 2019.
Vanderstoep, Scott W., and Deirdre D. Johnston. Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending
Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2009.
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Unit 1: Nature of Research

1. How does research affect

Research is “the systematic study of materials

Everyday life Random

Research begins with a question.

You do research when you gather information

Answer: Gathered information:

● The role of the

Basic research produces knowledge

Basic Research Applied Research

can lead to more

Basic research and applied research are

Basic Research Applied Research

can lead to more

Example: A study of chemical components (basic research) can lead to the

● It helps us understand the world

Think of two researchable questions based

This is the type of research that is most useful

This is the type of research that generates new

Classify this research topic as

A study on effective teaching methods

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