Applied research

1. WRITING YOUR THESIS
A Chapter by Chapter Account

2. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
Gives the reader a general idea of what the study is about
Engenders interest in the contents

3. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
SUB-PARTS
Background of the Study
Gives a general view or description of the current situation
where the problem exists
Explain why study is being done or the need to look into the
problem
Cite works or findings of other authors in similar studies to
project a very scholarly study

4. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
SUB-PARTS
Statement of the Problem
Use introductory words and state main problem in declarative
form
Sub-problems are stated in question form but should not be
answerable by yes or no

5. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
SUB-PARTS
Significance of the Study
State your target audience
Clearly state the major benefits that can be derived from the
results of the study
Explain how you will effect such significance

6. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
SUB-PARTS
Scope and Limitations
Discuss what the study will cover and not cover
Limitations must be stated but researchers must state what has
been done to put it under control

7. Chapter 2:
THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
Contains an essay of the literature available that touches on
parts of the current study
Shows the theoretical basis of the study

8. Chapter 2: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS
SUB-PARTS
Review of Related Literature
Should revolve around themes that emerged from readings
Cite substantiations and contradictions
Studies – 1995 to current
Literature -2000 to current
Include foreign and local studies
Ends with a synthesis
Thematic presentation

9. Chapter 2: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS
SUB-PARTS
Theoretical Framework
Use actual or existing and accepted theory or model
Clearly explain the model according to how the theorist
presented it
Briefly state how the theory will be used in the study
Present the figure illustrating the theory

10. Chapter 2: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS
SUB-PARTS
Conceptual Framework
Translate the theory in the context of your study
Shows clearly how the theory is applied to the study

11. Chapter 2: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS
SUB-PARTS
Definition of Terms
Define terms as used in the study (operational definition)
Lexical definition may also be used
Define in complete terms
Arranged alphabetically

12. Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
Gives the reader a general idea of what research method
was used
Details the instrument and samples utilized for the study

13. Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
SUB-PARTS
Research Design
Brief description of the research method used
Justification of the method used in the study
Research Locale
Brief description of the place where the participants are
obtained

14. Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
SUB-PARTS
Samples and Sampling Techniques Used
Brief description of the population
Type of sampling and the specific technique used in selecting
samples

15. Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
SUB-PARTS
Instrumentation
Description of the instrument, indicating whether it is original,
adapted or a standardized test
Explains the content and how norms are developed and
interpreted
Should include the validity and reliability of the test

16. Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
SUB-PARTS
Data Gathering
Details on the gathering of data, duration and time frame
Statistical / Data Analysis
Descriptive or inferential statistics and in consonance with
specific problems/hypothesis to be tested