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Chapter III.

Research Methodology

3.1 Observations

Inspection and visitation of similar and related establishments will help in

gathering more information regarding the primary facilities and amenities the project

requires.

Identifying connections, movements and the different behaviors of the people

within the establishment will help in determining the negative aspects and positive

aspects of this type of project. The data gathered will establish the different applicable

solutions and other features that will improve the Project.

3.2 Internet and Electronic Resources

The internet is most convenient in searching for recent information. Featured

articles and majority of the used journals are viewable in the E-resources of the

different scholar sites. Journals on user psychologies, marketing strategies and other

useful and up to date information are easily obtainable through this method. Majority

of the electronic resources will be about sociological and psychological factors that

will act as a guide for behavioral analysis and other related data.
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3.3 Official Reports and Documents

Information on statistical reports are gathered from official websites of

Philippine Statistics Authority and other private research institutions which will

provide reliable information that will clarify most the initially gathered data.

3.4 Archival Research

Although some of the books about the related topics of the project are limited

and not updated, Archival research is very helpful in the design development of the

project. Archiving on the history, development and research about related projects will

allow the project to incorporate different views while avoiding redundancy from past

projects and identify the problems encountered to avoid any complications further in

the design process.

3.5 Interviews

Interviewing key personnels and experts can help in the research of the project

in gaining useful information and insights regarding the project. It will also help

determine the need for the project in that location and help determine the key features

needed by the intended users.

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3.6 Surveys

A Survey will be conducted to assess the thoughts and opinions of the

intended users about the project. Through the data gathered, the researcher will be

able to evaluate and consider the different perspectives of each individual in order to

identify what facilities are needed, what would be the impact of the project to the

community, and discern wether the said community will support the project upon its

completion.

3.7 Case Studies

Data obtained through foreign and local case studies can be used to identify

the main features that the project should contain. This can be used as a basis for

comparisons. Through this, the project will be able to prepare for present and future

problems by examining the already established structures.