EAPP Quarter2 - Module3_ Research Report

1. English for Academic and
Professional Purposes
Quarter 2 – Module 3:
Research Report
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2. English for Academic and Professional Purposes – Grade 11
Quarter 2 – Module 3: Research Report
First Edition, 2020
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English for Academic and
Professional Purposes
Quarter 2 – Module 3:
Research Report

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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes
Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) module on Research Report.
The activities in this module are arranged sequentially to help the
learners understand the topic and develop the desired skill or learning
competency.
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use
this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while
allowing them to manage their own learning.
Remind the learner that if there are things he/she doesn’t
understand, he/she must not hesitate to call for your help and assistance.
For the learner:
Welcome to the English for Academic and Professional Purposes
Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) module on Research Report.
The activities in this module are arranged sequentially to help you
understand the topic and develop the desired skill or learning competency.
As a learner, you must learn to become responsible of your own
learning. Take time to read, understand, and perform the different activities
in the module. If there are things you don’t understand, do not hesitate to
call your facilitator / teacher for assistance.
The following are some reminders in using this module:
1. Use the module with care. Use a separate sheet of paper in
answering the exercises.
2. Do not forget to answer Let us Try before moving on to the other
activities in the module.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking
your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are
through with it.
We hope that you will find meaningful learning as you go through the
different activities in this module.

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Let Us Learn
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to
guide you in writing a research report. The scope of this module permits it to
be used in many different learning situations. The language used recognizes
the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow
the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them
can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
The module is intended to discuss the following topics:
 Research Report: Types and its Objectives
 Structures and Guidelines in Writing Research Report
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. identify the types and objectives of a research report; and
2. determine the structures and guidelines of writing a research report.
Let Us Try
Directions: Read the following questions carefully. Write the letter of
the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Which of the following is a product of formal investigation and
scientific inquiry?
a. field research
b. lab research
c. research question
d. research report
2. Which section of a research report describes the content of a paper,
name of author/s and addresses or affiliation, and date of
submission?
a. Abstract
b. Appendices
c. References
d. Title page
3. Which section contains the summary of the findings and results?
a. Abstract
b. Conclusions
c. Introduction
d. Results

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4. Which section explains the current state of the field of discipline and
identifies research gaps addressed by the research?
a. Abstract
b. Introduction
c. Literature Review
d. Methodology
5. Which section contains the summary and synthesis of all available
sources directly related to the study?
a. Introduction
b. Literature Review
c. Methodology
d. References
6. Which section explains, defines, and describes some of the
fundamental concepts and theories?
a. Literature review
b. Methodology
c. Related concepts
d. Related studies
7. Which of the following is based on previously conducted studies
directly related to the paper?
a. Literature review
b. Related concepts
c. Related studies
d. Sample size of the study
8. Which section contains the processes and steps taken in gathering
data for the research?
a. Instruments
b. Introduction
c. Literature review
d. Methodology
9. Which research report factually describes the data gathered?
a. Instruments
b. Literature Review
c. Methodology
d. Results
10. Which part of the research method presents the details on how data
were collected?
a. Data gathering
b. Instruments
c. Recommendation
d. Participants

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11. Which part of the research method presents how the data in
quantitative and qualitative studies are analyzed?
a. Data analysis
b. Data gathering
c. Instruments
d. Participants
12. Which section presents the why’s of the results?
a. Conclusion
b. Discussion
c. Introduction
d. Results
13. Which section contains the restatement of major findings, limitations
of the study, recommendations, and implications?
a. Conclusion
b. Discussion
c. Introduction
d. Results
14. Which section contains the different sources used in the study?
a. Conclusion
b. Discussion
c. Recommendation
d. References
15. What does APA stand for?
a. American Psychology Association
b. Association of Psychology Affiliation
c. American Psychological Association
d. Association of Psychological Administration

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Let Us Study
Research is imperative. It is equally important as well to have a
road map in writing a research report. This lesson will discuss the
research report types and its objectives, format, and the guidelines of writing
it.
3-2-1 In this activity, you are going to write three facts on what you have
learned; two questions that you still have about it; and one opinion you have
about the characteristics and habits of a good researcher.
3 Facts
1._________________________________________________________________________________
2._________________________________________________________________________________
3._________________________________________________________________________________
2 Questions
1._________________________________________________________________________________
2._________________________________________________________________________________
1 Opinion
1._________________________________________________________________________________
Notes to the Teacher
This 3-2-1 activity can be a good reflective inquiry to gauge learners’ prior
knowledge on the topic and identify their areas of concern.

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Mnemonic Race. Here, you will create a mnemonic from the topic research
report, using associated words; you may use word or phrase to indicate its
academic impact as the example shown below:
How did you find the activity? Were you able to use the keywords to
connect new lesson with familiar information?

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Research Report Defined
Research report is the systematic, articulate, and orderly presentation
of a research work may be in form of hand-written, typed, or computerized
(Jaideep, 2018).
A research report is an expanded paper that presents the results and
interpretation of a phenomenon through formal investigation and scientific
inquiry (Barrot & Sipacio, 2016, 234).
Types of Research Report
Research reports may be based on the nature of methods, terms of
reference and the extent of in-depth enquiry made; usage and
communication situation (Brainkart.com, 2018).
Technical reports focus on methods employed, assumptions made
while conducting a study, detailed presentation of findings and drawing
inferences and comparisons with earlier findings and based on the type of
data drawn from empirical work. Mostly it consists of the title and nature of
study, abstract of findings, review of current status, data sources and
experiment conducted, analysis and tools used, summary of findings,
references and appendices.
General reports reflect journalistic style. It shows the major findings
and their implications, recommendations for action, objectives of the study,
methods employed for collecting data and results.
Structures of Research Report
A research report should be written in a systematic and logical
manner. It must use a format or structure which basically includes the
following sections: title page, abstract, introduction, literature review,
methodology, results, discussion, conclusion, and references. This will be
discussed in detail.
I. Preliminary material
Title page describes the content of the paper, states the name of the
author/s and addresses or affiliation, and specify the date of submission.
It gives the succinct summary of the contents of the paper.
Abstract briefly presents the summary of the purpose, methods, results
and conclusions of the paper.
II. Body of Report
Introduction addresses the identified gaps that put the research in context
and its current state of the problem. It provides what is the research about

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and its relevance, issues or problems investigated and its proposed solution
as well the expected outcome of the study.
Literature review provides the synthesis of the literature and studies
reviewed to all available sources directly related to the study. It has two
sections: the related concepts and related studies. The related concepts
defined, explained and described concepts and theories that serves as guide
in the conduct of the study while related studies are based on the studies
conducted in the past which support in analyzing and discussing the data.
Literature review is sometimes included into the introduction.
Methodology contains the data gathering procedure which explains the
profile of the participants and its context in the environment; presents the
instruments used in detail as well the method of validation; and show the
details on how the data were collected and analyzed.
Results present the data collected based on the research questions or
problems or objectives. Usually sums up tables and graphs and its
respective interpretations.
Discussion provides an explanation of the results of the study in view of the
previous studies presented in the literature review and follows the flow of
research problems or objectives.
Conclusion presents the major findings, limitations of the study,
recommendations and implications.
III. Supplementary material
References contain the list of various sources cited in the research that
includes academic books, journals, and other online sources. Its format
usually is American Psychological Association (APA) in the field of
psychology, education, business and other social sciences.
Appendices any documents which are not mainly to the analysis but
need to be included in the paper such as tables, figures, or forms.
(Barrot & Sipacio 2016, 235-237)
(Kabir 2016, 510-513)

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Guidelines in Writing a Research Report
In writing a research report, it is important to be very attentive to
details to the format of the report that follows:
Title page is page 1 of the paper.
 centered at the top of the page
 the title should between10 to 15 words.
Abstract is a one-paragraph. It ranges from 100 to 250 words. It should be
clear, concise and complete in
 identifying the subject population,
 specifying the research design,
 data gathering procedures,
 summary of the results and
 inferences made or drawn from the results.
Introduction captures the reader’s interest when:
 it has compelling overview and
 rationale of the research.
Literature review should critique, categorize, evaluate and summarize
 work related to the study;
 past approaches to the issues or problems to avoid past mistakes;
 previous successes and applying in one’s context.
Methodology must be detailed description on how one’s identified and
obtained
 the sample of the study,
 materials, equipment,
 measures to collect the data,
 specific procedures followed in order to replicate the study, and
 ethical considerations.

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Results are written in past tense.
 It summarizes the main idea of the findings.
 As a general guideline, when using a tables and figures, it should
not duplicate the text of the results but highlight data.
Discussion indicates the
 implications, interpretations or theoretical significance of the
results; and
 focuses on how the analysis of the data relates to the research
questions.
Results and Discussion constitute 50% to 70% of the research report.
Conclusion is drawn from the discussion.
 summarizes significant results or findings,
 practical implications of those findings, and
 recommendations for future research.
References include all works cited. It begins on a new page.
 It has authors name, year of publication, and/or electronic
retrieval information.
 It is listed in an alphabetical order based on the author’s last
name.
Appendices are additional information of the report.
 Entries developed for the study includes tests, questionnaires, and
cover letters, coding scheme, print out of raw data, and the
computer print-out of statistical analyses.
 It must be named and numbered.
(Kabir 2016, 508-513)
(Weathington, Cunningham, & Pittenger 2010, 157-171)

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Let Us Practice
What does that mean? The table below shows the general
outline of a research report. In this activity, you will explain briefly the
definition of each part and its content in complete sentence. Do this using a
separate sheet of paper. Use the rubric on page 23 as your guide in writing
(50 points).
Table1. Divisions and sections of a research report in snapshot
Divisions Sections
I. Preliminary
material
Title page
Abstract
II. Body of Report Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
III. Supplementary
material
References
Appendices

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Let Us Practice More
Get to the Point! In this activity, you will write concisely the
guidelines in writing each part of a research report. Do this using a
separate sheet of paper. Use the rubric as basis in completing this task
found in the next page (50 points).
Table 2. Parts of a research report and its writing guidelines
Parts of a Research
Report
Guidelines in Research Report Writing
Title page
Abstract
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Appendices

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Writing Rubrics
Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Logic &
Organization
Explanation
demonstrates
strong
understanding
of the concept;
and develop
ideas cogently
and logically
There may
be minor
flaws and
some
loosely
connected
ideas
Inconsistent
ideas and
flaws are
evident
Little or no
discernible
order of
ideas Unintelligible;
off-topic
/purpose;
Copied text
Development
of Ideas
Develops
concise
sentences;
and the
content fully
and clearly
elaborate
ideas
Adequately
elaborates
ideas
Unevenly
elaborates
ideas
Lacks
clarity, or
is
confusing
Language Employ
precise words
with fluency
Employ a
mix of
precise
and
general
language
Use
simplistic
language
Vague,
lacks of
precision
or clarity
Usage and
Mechanics
Writing in
complete
sentences; free
of error in
spelling or
punctuation
and grammar;
absent of
fragments,
comma
splices, and
run-ons
There may
be a minor
error in
spelling
and
grammar;
very few
fragments
or run-ons
Some errors
remain
Errors are
frequent
Purpose Elucidate fully
the content
and
consistently
exhibits the
purpose of
writing.
Adequately
sustained
and
generally
focused
Somewhat
sustained
and may
have drift in
focus
May be
related to
the topic
but may
provide
little or no
focus

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Let Us Remember
Top 10 Lists. In writing a research report, it is important to pin
key points. For this, you will write the 10 most important takeaways from
the lesson.
1. ____________________________________________________________________.
2. ____________________________________________________________________.
3. ____________________________________________________________________.
4. ____________________________________________________________________.
5. ____________________________________________________________________.
6. ____________________________________________________________________.
7. ____________________________________________________________________.
8. ____________________________________________________________________.
9. ____________________________________________________________________.
10. ___________________________________________________________________.

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Let Us Assess
Directions: Read the following questions carefully. Write the letter of
the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Which of the following describes an abstract?
a. short
b. shows previous study
c. indicates valid arguments
d. states the research question
2. Which best describes a literature review?
a. the main focus of the study
b. explain thoroughly the results of one’s study
c. not the primary important content of a paper
d. comprehensively explain the hypotheses and theories
3. Which of the following should NOT be included in the methodology?
a. the source of data analyzed
b. an explanation of the graphs and tables
c. an interpretation of the findings of the study
d. the operational concepts used in the analysis
4. Which section of a research report provides the details of the findings
obtained from a study?
a. Discussion
b. Methodology
c. Results
d. References
5. Which section presents the steps undertaken to complete the study?
a. Abstract
b. Conclusion
c. Introduction
d. Methodology
6. Which section contains the purpose and current state of the field of
discipline?
a. Abstract
b. Introduction
c. Methodology
d. Literature Review
7. Which section includes the recommendations on how other
researchers could improve the research?
a. Conclusion
b. Methodology
c. References
d. Results and Discussion
8. What should be provided in the methodology?
a. results of the study
b. conclusion of the study
c. anchored theories and hypotheses
d. ways to answer the research question

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9. Which shows the importance of the results and discussion section?
a. encapsulate literature review
b. answer the research question
c. explanation of the methods used
d. elaborate interpretation of the findings of the study
10. Where is the paper’s overall conclusion seen first in a research report?
a. Abstract
b. Conclusion
c. Introduction
d. Theoretical Lens
11. Which section guides the flow of a research questions or objectives?
a. Abstract
b. Results
c. Discussion
d. Methodology
12. Where are tables and graphs of the gathered data presented?
a. Results
b. Conclusion
c. Methodology
d. Literature review
13. Which is NOT a characteristic of a research report?
a. presents factual results
b. presents informative title
c. presents compilation of ideas
d. presents the why’s of the results
14. What documentation style is used in social sciences?
a. APA
b. MLA
c. AMA
d. Chicago
15. Which is the correct order in writing a research report?
a. Abstract, Literature Review, Results and Discussion,
Conclusion, References
b. Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results and
Discussion, Conclusion, Abstract, References
c. Literature Review, Methodology, Results and Discussion,
Conclusion, Introduction, Abstract, References
d. Methodology, Literature Review, Results and Discussion,
Conclusion, Abstract, References
Let Us Enhance
CROWN. Look back at the lesson you have just completed using
CROWN. CROWN is an acronym for = Communicate what you learned in
writing. React. Offer 3-5 sentences that sums up what the lesson was
about. What context you could use this? Note how well you did today. Do
this using a separate sheet of paper.

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Criteria: Points
Depth of Reflection
(Reflective thinking, self-disclosure and
implications for future learning)
_____ /20
Content
(Synthesis of ideas, in-depth analysis
and original thinking)
_____ /20
Style and Mechanics
(Vocabulary, spelling, grammar,
punctuation and capitalization)
_____ /10
Total _____ /50
Let Us Reflect
The competencies and skills you have acquired after going through the
different activities in this module are so relevant in honing yourself as a
researcher and as a writer. Thus, the challenges you encountered while
completing the different tasks would serve as building blocks of learning
that you can use in writing better research papers.

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Answer key to Activities

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