A researcher wants to conduct a research project about working

mothers' knowledge about child abuse in the Philippines.

1. What is the target population of this research project?

- The target population of this research project is working mothers in the Philippines.
2. What is the accessible population for this research project?
- The accessible population for this research project would be a subset of the target
population that is actually accessible and available for the researcher to study. In this
case, it would be the subset of working mothers in the Philippines who can be reached
and included in the research study, based on practical considerations such as
geographic location, availability, and willingness to participate.
3. What is the most suitable sampling technique that can be used to select the
sample of working mothers to be involved in the study? Give the reason.
- A suitable sampling technique that can be used to select the sample of working
mothers for this study is stratified random sampling. This technique involves dividing
the accessible population (working mothers in the Philippines) into distinct subgroups
or strata based on certain characteristics that are relevant to the research topic, such as
socioeconomic status, educational background, or geographic location. The reason for
choosing stratified random sampling is that it allows for the representation of different
subgroups within the target population, ensuring that the sample reflects the diversity
and variability present in the population. This can enhance the generalizability and
validity of the research findings.
4. Use the selected sampling technique you decided in question 3 and state the
steps for developing the sampling plan.
- Steps for developing the sampling plan using stratified random sampling:

a. Define the relevant stratification variables: Identify the characteristics or variables

that are important for the research project, such as socioeconomic status, educational
background, or geographic location. These variables should be related to the research
topic and help create distinct subgroups within the accessible population.

b. Divide the accessible population into strata: Based on the identified stratification
variables, divide the accessible population (working mothers in the Philippines) into
mutually exclusive and exhaustive strata. Each stratum should be internally
homogeneous but distinct from other strata.

c. Determine the sample size: Decide on the desired sample size for each stratum. The
sample size can be determined based on statistical considerations, such as the desired
level of precision or power of the study, or practical constraints, such as the
availability of resources or time.

d. Randomly select participants from each stratum: Use a random sampling method
(e.g., random number generator) to select the required number of participants from
each stratum. This ensures that each participant in the accessible population has an
equal chance of being selected, allowing for representative sampling within each
stratum.

e. Combine the selected participants from each stratum: Once the participants are
selected from each stratum, combine them to form the final sample for the research
project. The combined sample should represent the diversity and variability present in
the accessible population of working mothers in the Philippines.

A researcher wants to conduct a study about "Nurses' knowledge about

diabetic foot infection". The study will be conducted in Koronadal Citv
governmental hospitals (5 hospitals). The numbers of nurses working in these
hospitals are as follows:
Hospital 1: 1000 nurses; Hospital 2: 700 nurses; Hospital 3: 600 nurses;
Hospital 4: 800 nurses; Hospital 5: 1200 nurses

5. What is the sampling technique you will recommend him to select the sample?
(5 pts)

Based on the given scenario, a suitable sampling technique to select the sample of
nurses would be stratified random sampling.

Stratified random sampling would involve dividing the population of nurses across
the five governmental hospitals into distinct strata based on the hospitals. Each
hospital would represent a separate stratum. The reason for using stratified random
sampling in this case is to ensure that an adequate representation of nurses is obtained
from each hospital, considering the different sizes of the hospitals.

By using stratified random sampling, the researcher can ensure that the sample
includes nurses from each hospital in proportion to their respective sizes. This will
help to avoid biases that may arise from selecting a sample solely based on the overall
population size of nurses across all hospitals.

Therefore, stratified random sampling is the recommended technique to select the

sample of nurses for this study in Koronadal City governmental hospitals.

Suppose the researcher has decided to use a systemic sampling

technique to select a sample of 500 from nurses working in general wards in
a big governmental hospital for a research project. The total number of nurses
working in the hospital is 6000, only 3500 of them working in general wards.
Help this researcher in this process by answering the following questions
below:

6. List the steps you will follow in choosing the sample members. (10 pts)
- Step 1: Determine the sample size: Decide on the desired sample size, which in this
case is 500 nurses.

Step 2: Calculate the sampling interval: The sampling interval is calculated by

dividing the total number of nurses in the general wards (3500) by the desired sample
size (500). In this case, the sampling interval would be 3500/500 = 7.

Step 3: Randomly select the starting point: Use a random number generator or a
similar method to select a random number between 1 and the sampling interval (7).
Let's assume the random number selected is 4.
Step 4: Select the first subject: The first subject in the sample will be the nurse who
corresponds to the selected random number. In this case, the nurse in the 4th position
in the list of nurses working in the general wards will be the first subject.

Step 5: Select the remaining sample members: Starting from the first subject, continue
selecting every 7th nurse in the list until the desired sample size is reached. Repeat
this process until 500 nurses have been selected.

7. How will you select the first subject? (5 pts)

- To select the first subject, use the random number generated in Step 3. Count the
nurses in the general wards from the beginning of the list and select the nurse who
corresponds to the random number.

For example, if the random number generated is 4, you would count the nurses
working in the general wards until you reach the fourth nurse in the list, and that nurse
will be selected as the first subject for the sample.

OUR RESEARCH TITLE IS: Factors Affecting the Tardiness Among the Students
in Gulang-Gulang National High

OUR STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM ARE:

1. What is he demographic profile of the respondents in terms of:
1.1 Grade Level
1.2 Location
1.3 Gender
2. What are the factors affecting the tardiness of the respondents?
3. Is the a significant difference on the facts affecting the tardiness of the respondents
when they are grouped already?
3.1 Grade Level
3.2 Location
3.3 Gender
MY RESEARCH INSTRUMENT

Name (Optional):
Gender: [ ] Male [ ] Female
Grade Level: [ ]7 [ ]8 [ ]9 [ ]10 [ ]11 [ ]12
Age: [ ]12-15 [ ]16-19 [ ]20-23 [ ]24 and above

DIRECTIONS: Put a check mark (/) corresponding to your attitude toward tardiness.
Please be guided by the following scale:
5-Strongly agree 4-Agree 3-Neutral 2-Disagree 1-Strongly disagree
STATEMENT 5 4 3 2 1
1. The distance between my home and the school affects my
punctuality.
2. Traffic conditions in the morning affect my ability to arrive
on time.
3. Lack of parental supervision affects my punctuality.
4. Inadequate public transportation options affect my ability to
arrive on time.
5. Personal motivation and discipline affect my punctuality.
6. School policies and regulations influence my punctuality.
7. Other students' punctuality or tardiness affects my own
behavior.
8. Heavy workload from school
9. Family responsibilities
10. Lack of interest in class subjects
 OUR DATA COLLECTION PLAN

Research Approval and Preparation:

a. Obtain necessary ethical approvals and permissions from the school administration
to conduct the research.
b. Prepare an introductory letter, duly signed by the research team, explaining the
purpose of the study and seeking cooperation from the relevant stakeholders, such as
the school principal and teachers.

Coordination with School Administration:

a. Schedule a meeting with the school principal and relevant staff members to discuss
the research objectives, methodology, and logistics.
b. Seek their support in identifying appropriate classrooms and allocating time slots
for data collection.

Questionnaire Development:
a. Develop a comprehensive questionnaire that addresses various factors contributing
to student tardiness, incorporating both closed-ended and open-ended questions.
b. Pre-test the questionnaire with a small sample of students from Gulang-Gulang
National High School to ensure clarity, understandability, and relevance of the
questions.

Data Collection Procedure:

a. Inform the grade ten advisers about the research study and seek their cooperation in
facilitating the data collection process.
b. Coordinate with the advisers to identify suitable classrooms and schedule
convenient time slots for administering the questionnaire.
c. Prior to data collection, ensure that the research team is adequately trained on the
protocol and ethics of conducting surveys and interviews.
d. On the designated dates, visit the grade ten classrooms and introduce the research
study to the students, emphasizing the importance of their participation.
e. Provide a brief explanation of the questionnaire's purpose and instructions for
completing it accurately.
f. Allocate a specific time limit (e.g., 15-20 minutes) for the students to complete the
questionnaire.
g. Be available to answer any clarifications or concerns raised by the students during
the data collection process.
h. Collect the completed questionnaires, ensuring that all necessary information is
filled out properly.

Data Validation and Cleaning:

a. Review the collected questionnaires for completeness, accuracy, and consistency of
responses.
b. Address any missing or ambiguous data by contacting the students individually or
conducting follow-up interviews if necessary.
c. Code the responses for ease of analysis and data management.
Data Analysis:
a. Utilize appropriate statistical methods to analyze the quantitative data, such as
descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis, to identify
significant factors affecting student tardiness.
b. Conduct thematic analysis of the qualitative data obtained from open-ended
questions and interviews to identify recurring themes and insights related to student
tardiness.

Data Interpretation and Reporting:

a. Interpret the findings of the data analysis, considering both quantitative and
qualitative results.
b. Prepare a comprehensive report that includes an executive summary, introduction,
methodology, findings, discussion, and recommendations.
c. Present the research findings to the school administration, teachers, and other
relevant stakeholders, highlighting key factors contributing to student tardiness and
suggesting potential interventions to address the issue.

Confidentiality and Ethics:

a. Ensure the confidentiality and anonymity of the participants by removing any
personally identifiable information from the data.
b. Adhere to ethical guidelines and obtain informed consent from the participants
before conducting interviews or using their data for research purposes.
c. Handle the collected data securely and responsibly, following data protection and
privacy regulations.