Republic of the Philippines

BICOL UNIVERSITY
Graduate School
College of Education Decentralized Program
Legazpi City

COURSE SYLLABUS ON MASocStEd 200 - RESEARCH METHODS WITH STATISTICS

(1st Semester 2022-2023)

I. Course Description

Principles, concepts, methods, and techniques of research with special emphasis on the major steps in the design and conduct of empirical research
studies from problem definition, analysis, interpretation, to writing of the actual research report.

II. Credit (3 units)

III. Time Duration (54 hours)

IV. Placement: MASoc StEd-200 (Foundation Course)

V. Course Objectives

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

 Enumerate, describe and explain the basic foundations of research methods;

 Discuss the major steps in doing research;

 Define and explain the major principles, concepts, methods/techniques and practices used in the conduct of research; and

 Demonstrate the ability of doing research.

VI. Course Content

Content/Topic Specific Objectives Duration/ Activities/ Audio-Visual Evaluation
No. of Methodologies/ Materials/Online Techniques/
Hours Teaching Strategies platforms Assessment
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I. The Scientific Method and 1.To discuss the 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ power -Class discussion; -
Research in the Social Sciences Scientific method F2F/Online(synchronou point presentation Identification of f
1.The scientific method and research in s/asynchronous) -LCD & computer issues/problems in
2.Basic postulates/assumptions in Social Sciences; -Zoom/Google meet research
the application of the scientific 2. To define &
method Discuss research
3.Meaning of research, research program, project
program, project, and study & study; and
4.Reasons for doing research 3.To discuss the
5.Types of research reasons, and types of
research.

II. The Nature and Structure of 1.To discuss the 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ -Class discussion;
Scientific Theory methods, sources, F2F/online(synchronous Power point -Identification of theories
uses and structure /asynchronous) presentation in research
1.Methods of theory building of theory; -LCD & computer
2.Sources and uses of theory 2.To discuss the -Zoom/Google meet
3.The structure of theory minimum standards of
4.Minimum standards for a theory a theory;
5.Formats of a theory 3.To discuss the basic
6.Theory vs. research & required formats of
a theory; and
4. To discuss the
difference between
theory & research.
III. Formulation of Research 1.To discuss the 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -LCD -Development of research
Problems and Hypothesis development of F2F/online(synchronous -Lecture Notes title, problems, and
research problems; /asynchronous) -Computer/power Hypothesis
1.Sources of research problems -Zoom/Google meet
2.Criteria for problems and problem 2. To explain the
statements sources, criteria, &
3.Types of hypotheses types of problems &
4.Criteria for good hypothesis hypothesis; and
5.Virtues/importance of problems
and hypothesis 3. To discuss the
Virtues/importance of
problems and
Hypothesis.
IV. Constructs, Concepts, Variables, 1.To differentiate 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/power -Exercises on the
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Definitions, and Relationships concept, construct, F2F/online(synchronous point presentations development of
variable; /asynchronous) -LCD & computer theoretical, conceptual/
1.Concept vs. construct vs. variable 2.To discuss the types -Zoom/Google meet analytical paradigm
2.Types of definitions of definitions,
3.Types of variables variables, and
4.Types of relationships relationships;
5.Theoretical, conceptual, and 3.To explain
analytical framework/paradigm theoretical,
conceptual, and
analytical framework.

Mid-Term Examination -Performance in the mid-

2 hrs F2F term exam.
V. The Research 1. To discuss the 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ -Exercise on identification
Design/Methods/Statistics meaning, purpose & F2F/online(synchronous Power point of appropriate research
principles of research /asynchronous) -LCD/computer design & method
1.Meaning, purpose, and principles design; -Zoom/Google meet according to research
of research design 2.To discuss the problems.
2.Types of research designs different research
3.Basic research methods designs & methods;
4.Types of validity 3.To discuss the types
5.Threats to validity and threats to validity;
6. Statistics Used in Social Science 4. To discuss the type
of statistics for social
sciences
VI. Sampling 1.To discuss & define 4 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/power - Exercise on the
the basic sampling F2F/online(synchronous point identification of sampling
1.Definition of basic sampling concepts in research; /asynchronous) -LCD/computer techniques according to
concepts 2. To explain the -Zoom/Google meet research study.
2.Factors affecting sample size factors affecting
3.Basic sampling techniques and sample size; and
principles 3. To discuss the
different sampling
techniques &
principles;
a. parametric; and
b. non-parametric
VII. Measurement 1.To discuss the basic 4 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ -Exercise on the
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measurement F2F/online(synchronous Power point identification of
1.Basic measurement principles principles; /asynchronous) -LCD/computer appropriate types/levels of
2.Types/levels of measures 2.To identify the -Zoom/Google meet measurement according to
3.Reliability and validity of types/level of research problems.
measures measurements; and
4.Scaling 3. To know &
differentiate
reliability vs. validity.
VIII. Other Data Collection 1. To discuss what is 6 hrs. -Lecture-discussion -Lecture notes/ -Exercises on the
Techniques for Qualitative Research qualitative research F2F/online(synchronous Power point identification of
2. To discuss other /asynchronous) -LCD/computer; appropriate qualitative
1.What is qualitative research qualitative research Zoom/Google meet techniques/methods
2.Primary technique: direct methods/ techniques
observation
3.Doing interview in qualitative
research
4.Focus group discussion
5.Other techniques: content analysis
and secondary analysis
6.Special research techniques:
unobtrusive measures
IX. Data Analysis 1.To discuss coding 3 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ -Exercise on the
& data reduction; F2F/online(synchronous Power point Identification of common
1.Coding and data reduction 2. To explain the /asynchronous presentation statistical tools according
2.Types of data analysis different types of data -LCD & computer to problems.
3.Common statistical tools analysis; and -Zoom/Google meet
3. To know the
common statistical
tools used in social
science research.
X. Reporting the Research Results 1.To discuss the 3 hrs. -Lecture-discussion; -Lecture notes/ -Draft research proposal
basics of research F2F/online(synchronous Power point output
1.Basics of research writing writing, content, and /asynchronous presentation
2.Content of the technical report format; and -LCD & computer
3.Visualizing research information 2.To discuss Zoom/Google meet
4.Translating results into conclusion presentation of
and recommendation research output
5.Communicating research results
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-Performance in the
Final Examination 2 hrs. F2F final exam.

III. Methodology

The method of instruction that will be adopted in this course will be a blended learning modality (F2F and online) using both synchronous and
asynchronous delivery mode. It will be supplemented by class activities such as exercises in doing the research proposal, class presentations and
examinations.

IV. Suggested Reference Materials

Required Readings:

A Concise Introduction to Qualitative Research Method in Information Sciences and Technologies. Department of Informatics Engineering University of
COIMBRA. Ph.D. Program in Information Sciences and Technologies-Research Methods. A. Dias de Figueiredo Reprints. Copyright. A. Dias de
Figueiredo, 2010.

Babbie, E. 2013. The Practice of social research. Wadsworth, Cengage Learning 13th ed., International Edition available at
@www.cengage.com/permissions.

Babbie, E. 1986. The Practice of social research. Wadsworth Publishing Co. Inc. Belmont, California, USA. 4th ed.

Bailey, K. D. 1987. Methods of social research. The Free Press, New York.

Bautista, Ma. Lourdes S. and Stella P. Go. (ed.) 1985.Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods. Research Center De La Salle University Manila
Philippines, De La Salle University Press.

Bautista, V. A. 1998. Research and public management. Module. University of the Philippines Open University, Office of Academic Support and
Instructional Services. Diliman, Quezon City Philippines.

Kerlinger, F. 1973. Foundations of behavioral research. Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, Inc., New York.

Lamug, C. B. and Cabanilla, D. B. 2001. Training manual on qualitative research methods in the social sciences. Philippine Institute for Development
Studies, Makati City.

Further Readings:
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Campbell, William G. et.al. 1990. Form and Style. Houston Mifflin Company, Boston. 8th ed.

Campbell, D. T. and J. C. Stanley. 1963. Experimental and quasi-experimental designs for research. Rand Mc Nally College Publishing Co., Chicago.

Chua, L. A. 1986. A guide in preparing research proposal. Department of Education and Rural Studies, College of Agriculture, UPLB, College, Laguna.

Fraekel, Jack and Wallen, Norman E.1992. How to Evaluate and Design Research in Education. McGrill Hill Inc. New York, 2nd ed.
Lynch, F. 1979. How to make a social survey interview schedule: Instructions for beginners. A/D/C, Bangkok.11, 2004.

Mercado, Cesar M. 1999. Conducting and Managing Communication Survey Research: The Asian Experience. Development Consultants for Asia Africa
Pacific (DCAAP) Quezon City, Philippines.

Parel, C. P. et al. 1973. Data analysis and interpretation. PSSC Social Survey Series, Philippine Social Science Council, Inc., Quezon City.

Sevilla, Consuelo G. et.al. Research Methods. Rex Bookstore, 1992.

Sanders, W. B. and T. K. Pinhey. 1983. The conduct of social research. Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, New York.

Suggested Websites:

https://tophat.com/marketplace/social-science/education/cours-e-notes/oer-positivist-and-non-positivist-paradigm-of-research-dr-rafeedallie/1192/

https://scholar.google.com.ph/scholat?q=the+positivist+paradigm&hl=en&as.sdt=0&asvis=1&oi=scholar

https://www.qualres.org/HomePosi-3515.html

Heffner, Christopher L. Research Methods for Education, Psychology, and the Social Sciences, available at http://allpsych.com/researchmethods/
Published March 11, 2004.

Levels of Measurement, available at http://www.socialresearchmethods.net/kb/measlev/.htm

Social Research Methods, available at http://www.socialresearchmethods.net/

Research, available at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Research_methods

Quantitative Research, available at http://en.wikipedia.org/wikiQualitative_research

V. Audio-visual Materials to be Used

VI. Course Requirements
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i. Midterm/Final Examination (40%)
ii. Term paper/Research Proposal (30%)
iii. Cases/exercises (20%)
iv. Class attendance/participation (10%)

Prepared by:

Maria Jane B. Mascarinas, PhD

Professor VI

Approved:

College of Education
Dean
Approved:

Graduate School
Dean