COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

COURSE OUTLINE
1ST Semester 2020-2021

I. Course Code : FSSE 102

II. Course Title : Research in Social Studies 1

III. Credit Units : 3 units

IV. Course Description:

The course guides the BSE Social Studies students in going through
the basic research processes. It emphasizes on how to properly write the
parts of the research proposal paper (Introduction, Review of Related
Literature and Studies, and Methodology), the questionnaire and
bibliography. it will equip the students with skills to conduct research,
and to defend successfully their outputs

V. Learning Outcomes
• Gain an innovative understanding on the basic research processes;
different research, methodologies and techniques for studying the
various issues and problems in social science;
• Apply the different research processes in constructing a basic research
proposal;
• Develop their writing skills for national and international context;
• Effective and confident communicators through presenting their ideas
and research proposals articulately and excellently in a range of written
and oral formats to the panel of examiners

VI. Course Content

PRELIMINARIES
▪ Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives of the University and the
College
▪ Course Outline
▪ Course Expectations and requirements
▪ Economic Issues

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 I. INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH
- Definition, purpose, characteristics, kinds and classification of
Research
- Principles of Scientific Research
- The Research Processes
- Understanding Research Ethics
- Proposal Format

II. WRITING CHAPTER 1

- Sources of research problem
- Guidelines in the selection
- Criteria in evaluating a research problem

III. RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

- Understanding the role of the review
- Purpose of the review
- Related Literature and studies
- Types of related literature and related studies
- Framework: Theoretical, conceptual & Research paradigm

IV. METHODOLOGY
- Types research
- Research Design
- Sampling design/Techniques
- Research Instrument & its validation
- Data gathering procedure
- Treatment of Data/Analysis of Data

V. PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH PROPOSAL

- Research Title
- Chapter One
- Chapter Two
- Chapter Three

VII. Grading System

Midterm Grade (MTG) = 2/3 (CS) + 1/3 (ME)

Tentative Final Grade (TFG) = 2/3 (CS) + 1/3 (FE)

Final Grade (FG) = 2/3 (TFG) + 1/3 (MTG)

VIII. References

Ariola, M.M. 2014. Research & statistics with thesis & dissertation writing.
Unlimited Books Library Services & Publishing Inc. Intramuros, Mla.

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Bueno, D. C. (2016). Educational research writing made easy. GBT Great
Books Trading. Quezon City.

Dacles, D.M. (2012). Exploring research. Saint Mary’s University. Bayombong,

Nueva Vizcaya.

De Belen, Rustico T. (2015). Research method and thesis writing. First Edition.
Wiseman’s book Trading, Inc.

Latada, M.S. 2011. Research writing for beginners. National Books Store.
Mandaluyong City.

Pajo, B. (2018). Introduction to research methods: A hand-on approach. SAGE

Publication, Inc Retrieved from www.edgepub.com/pajo.

Zulueta, F.M and Perez, J. R. (2012). Methods of Research Thesis Writing and
Applied Statistics. National Books Store. Mandaluyong City.

http://www.gavilan.edu/library/LIB99/unit1whatisresearch.html

https://www.virtuallibrary.info/research-process.html

https://libguides.usc.edu/writingguide/researchproblem

www.slideshare.net

Note:
Other references were presented in the chapter lessons.

IX. Course Requirements

Attendance during scheduled online class
Group participation in e-discussion
Written and oral examinations
Individual Research Proposal Output
Presentation of research proposal

REMEMBER:
Aside from the written tasks that you will submit in every
lesson, quizzes & exams will be conducted online through our
IFSU-LMS. So! Stay tune in our GC for updates & announcements.

Prepared by:

MICHELE JAYMALIN-DULAY, PhD.

Faculty, SSE 109-Macroeconomics
College of Education, 1st Sem 2020-2021

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Learning Outcomes:

• demonstrate awareness of the VMGO of the University, Goals and

Objectives of the Program

• relate the VMGO of the Program to the subject Macroeconomics

VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY

A globally recognized University upholding

excellence amidst rich cultural heritage

MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY

Produce employable graduates who are

morally upright, socially and culturally
responsible professionals through quality,
relevant and innovative instruction, research,
extension and resource generation

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 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIVERSITY

I. ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
1. To assure quality of programs
2. To ensure effective student lifecycle management & career
development
3. To provide unique & lifelong learning experience in the entire
student lifecycle
4. To integrate internationalization perspective towards global
connectedness
5. To strengthen student welfare services for a successful academic
formation of students
6. To integrate indigenous Knowledge, System and Practices (IKSP) in
the academic programs to intensify conservation of the rich cultural
heritage.

II. STRONG RESEARCH LEADERSHIP AND CULTURE

1. To establish a strong brand and strengthen image building of IFSU
as a research leader
2. To intensify conduct of research and dissemination of RD outputs
3. To intensify conservation of the rich cultural heritage

III. SUSTAINABLE EXTENSION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

1. To package & transfer knowledge & technologies relevant to the
needs of the clientele
2. To create a widely shared organizational culture that encourages,
promotes and rewards extension & community engaging
3. To establish/strengthen/sustain linkages with LGUs, industries &
other organizations/stakeholders for resource sharing, extension
program & service complementation

IV. EXCELLENT PUBLIC SERVICE AND GOOD GOVERNANCE

1. To ensure efficient, transparent & accountable delivery of
administrative services
2. To forge strong network system & resource sharing through
collaborative activities conducted regularly
3. To strengthen the university’s local & international visibility
4. To enhance efficiency in resource generation and mobilization
5. To upgrade the competencies and capabilities of human resources
6. To technologies front line services and other services of the
University
7. To ensure a clean, green, safe and GAD-responsive University
environment
8. To intensify conservation of the rich cultural heritage integrating
culture in the administrative and support services

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 VISION

An academic center producing excellent

educators and leaders who are prime movers of
peace and progress

MISSION

To provide responsive and committed professional towards social

transformation

GOALS

1. To pursue meaningful teaching experiences in the profession;

3. To design education-related programs, systems, technology and

information towards improved quality of life through research and
extension;

4. To produce committed, empowered, and accountable members of the

society.

OBJECTIVES:

The Graduates in secondary and elementary education

1. Practices dynamic professional and ethical requirements of the

teaching professions;

2. Lead socio-economic, cultural, historical and political enrichment

through research and extension services;

3. Manifest respect for human dignity and sensitivity to diverse cultures;

4. Adopts holistic approaches and life-long skills that lead to fulfilling

career

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 Task 01:
My understanding

Name: Score:
Course/Section Date:

1. Which among the goals of the University is applicable to our subject

matter? How do you display your contribution in the attainment of
our VMGO?

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