Here are the key steps in the brainstorming process for generating research topic ideas: 1. Focus on your area of interest or specialization based on your field of study. Recall specific lessons, issues or problems that have piqued your curiosity. 2. Use techniques like mind mapping, free writing, or SWOT analysis to visually map out and explore your ideas. This helps generate a web of possible topics. 3. Discuss your ideas with groupmates to get feedback and refine potential research problems or unanswered questions within your area of interest. 4. Evaluate each topic idea based on guidelines like whether sources are available, it is timely and will contribute new knowledge to your field of study. 5

1. INQUIRIES,
INVESTIGATIONS &
IMMERSION

2. Inquiries, Investigations, and Immersion is
about experiencing research and researching
experiences. In this undertaking, basic
knowledge of what research is, and how it
works is essential to ensure that the
experience becomes fulfilling.
INQUIRIES,
INVESTIGATIONS
& IMMERSION

3. INQUIRIES
In research, inquiries refer to a process of
seeking information or knowledge about a
particular subject or issue through asking
questions and gathering data from various
sources, such as people, documents, or
other materials. Inquiries are often used in
exploratory research or in the initial stages
of a study to gain a general understanding
of the topic.

4. INVESTIGATIONS
Investigations refer to a more formal and
structured process of gathering information and
evidence to determine the facts and
circumstances of a particular research question
or problem. Investigations can involve using
research methods such as experiments, surveys,
and case studies to gather and analyze data. The
goal of an investigation is to determine what
happened, identify patterns and relationships,
and develop conclusions based on the data.

5. IMMERSION
An immersion is an approach to learning and
understanding a subject or issue by immersing
oneself in it. This could involve spending time in
a particular community, culture, or environment
in order to gain a deeper understanding of its
customs, beliefs, and practices. Immersions can
be a powerful way to gain first-hand knowledge
and experience of a particular subject, but they
require a significant investment of time and
resources.

6. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO STUDY
INQUIRIES INVESTIGATIONS AND
IMMERSION FOR SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL?
As a culminating activity, Inquiries,
Investigations, and Immersion is
designed to heighten your critical
thinking and problem- solving skills
through conducting another
meaningful study through a
qualitative and quantitative
research.

7. Activity 1
List down the differences between Qualitative
Research & Quantitative Research.

8. BRAISTORMING
OF IDEAS
One of the most important considerations for every research is
selecting a research topic. A research topic serves as the
basis of each research undertaking. It directs how the research
will be carried out.
A good researcher must carefully choose a topic that is doable and
significant to a certain discipline or field. Many researchers find
selecting a research topic a difficult task. Some do it through
brainstorming or by observing their surroundings.

9. GROUP
ACTIVITY 2

10. THEORIES
PROBLEMS
INTEREST
PHILOSOPHY
ISSUES
INTUITION
EXPERIENCE
SPECIALIZATION
LESSONS
OBSERVATION
STUDIES

11. STEPS THAT WILL GUIDE YOU
TRIM DOWN YOUR AREA OF
INTEREST.
Focus on your track, strand or area
of specialization.
Recall the specific area, lesson or
issue in your respective field or
strand that has piqued or aroused
your interest the most.
Generate an unanswered question
or an unresolved problem from your
chosen area or lesson
1.
2.
3.

12. STEPS THAT WILL GUIDE YOU
TRIM DOWN YOUR AREA OF
INTEREST.
I am interested in the topic.
There are available sources of data.
It is timely and relevant.
It will contribute to my strand.
It is doable considering my personal
resources
4. Assess the question or problem based
on the five guidelines stated below.
5. Write your research problem

13. HERE ARE FIVE BRAINSTORMING
TECHNIQUES YOU CAN USE TO GENERATE
IDEAS FOR RESEARCH TOPICS:
Mind Mapping: This technique involves creating a
visual map of your ideas. Start with a central idea in
the middle of a page and then branch out with
related ideas. Keep branching out until you have a
web of ideas to work with.
Free Writing: Set a timer for a certain amount of
time (e.g., 10-15 minutes) and write down
everything that comes to mind on a particular topic.
Don't worry about editing or organizing your
thoughts. The goal is to generate as many ideas as
possible.
1.
2.

14. HERE ARE FIVE BRAINSTORMING
TECHNIQUES YOU CAN USE TO GENERATE
IDEAS FOR RESEARCH TOPICS:
3. SWOT Analysis: SWOT stands for strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This technique
involves identifying these four aspects of a particular
topic and using them to generate ideas for research.
For example, you could identify the strengths and
weaknesses of a particular technology and then use
those to identify research questions.

15. DISCUSS WITH GROUPMATES.