Practical Research 2:

The Nature of Inquiry and Research

MARJUNE M. NEPAYA
marjune.nepaya@deped.gov.ph
What practical research is NOT
(Leedy & Ormrod, 2013)

1.It is not merely gathering information.

What practical research is NOT
(Leedy & Ormrod, 2013)

1.It is not merely gathering information.

2.It is not a mere Science Investigatory
Project (SIP).
 Practical research aims to discover
truths about topics that interests or
affects SHS researcher(s) in order
to improve oneself and the community
through practical means.
Is research relatable?
The Effects of Korean Drama on Students
Majority of students who took part in the research do not consider
their fanaticism with Korean drama to have affected their sleeping
patterns. Also, the study shows the same students are financially
responsible and are not even willing to buy products and franchises
relative to this type of entertainment.
Is research relatable?
Social Media Usage and Depression
University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine

“The more time young adults use social media, the more likely they
are depressed.”

The 1,787 participants of the study used social media 61 minutes per
day and visited various social media accounts 30 times per week.
25 percent of these participants were classified as having high
indicators of depression.
The Nature of Inquiry and Research
Our Learning Goals:
After this discussion, you are expected to have the ability to…
1. describe characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses of
quantitative research;
2. Explain the significance of conducting quantitative researches
in the context of a SHS student.
 Add to existing knowledge.

Improve practice.

Inform policies

Solve problems, not emergencies.

Why DO
RESEARCH
?
 In comparison to qualitative research.

single reality vs. multiple realities

establishing relationships and explaining
cause of correlation vs. understanding
situations in a participant’s perspective
pre-established design vs. emerging
design
detached researcher vs. immersed
Quantitative researcher
to generalize vs. to assess applicability
Research Fraenkel & Wallen, 2009
Quantitive Research
Its STRENGTHS and
WEAKNESSES
Quantitive Research
Its STRENGTHS and
WEAKNESSES
THANK YOU!