TY - BOOK AU - Almeida, Adelaida B., AU - Gaerlan, Amelita A., AU - Manly, Norita E., TI - Research fundamentals from concept to output: a guide for researchers & thesis writers SN - 9789719656210 [newsprint] PY - 2016/// CY - Quezon City PB - Adriana Publishing KW - Research KW - Study and teaching KW - Report writing N1 - "Outcome-based instructional textbook."; "Features: OBE learning program."; Includes bibliographical references; Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Basic concepts in research -- Chapter 2 Classification and types of research -- Chapter 3 Ethical guidelines and considerations in research -- Chapter 4 Conceptualizing a research study -- Chapter 5 Identifying sources and areas for research undertaking -- Chapter 6 Review of related literature and studies -- Chapter 7 Developing a conceptual framework/theoritical framework -- Chapter 8 Understanding research methods and designs -- Chapter 9 Sampling techniques/strategies in quantitative and qualitative research methods -- Chapter 10 Instrumentation/data gathering tools and techniques -- Chapter 11 Data analysis in quantitative and qualitative research methods -- Chapter 12 Research data organization, interpretation and discussion -- Chapter 13 Writing the summary, conclusion and recommendation -- Chapter 14 Writing the research report -- Chapter 15 Research dissemination -- Chapter 16 Evaluation of research output N2 - Summary : "This book is guided by the OBE (Outcome-Based Education) Curriculum Framework that is expected to lead the readers towards quality learning in research. Starting with the section on Understanding the Nature and Ethics of Research, the book pursues a more profound discussion on the Scientific Research Process, Writing and Communicating the Research Paper and Evaluation of the Research Output. The Research Process covers a large portion of the book which justifies the purpose of this material. For better understanding of the readers, all topics are discussed lengthily and are provided with examples. Learning activities are likewise provided at the end of every chapter to check on the level of comprehension achieved by the learners." --The Authors ER -