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Format For Thesis/Research Proposal: (Quantitative Approach For Education, Humanities and Social Science)

This document outlines the standard format for thesis and research proposals in quantitative fields like education, humanities, and social science. It specifies the typical sections which include: a title page, approval sheet, acknowledgments, abstract, table of contents, lists of tables/figures, references, curriculum vitae, and chapters on the problem/setting, literature review, methodology, and references. Each section's purpose and expected content is described at a high-level. For example, Chapter 1 introduces the topic and problem, Chapter 2 reviews relevant literature, and Chapter 3 describes the research methodology and statistical analysis plan. Standard formatting and citation guidelines are also provided.

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Format For Thesis/Research Proposal: (Quantitative Approach For Education, Humanities and Social Science)

This document outlines the standard format for thesis and research proposals in quantitative fields like education, humanities, and social science. It specifies the typical sections which include: a title page, approval sheet, acknowledgments, abstract, table of contents, lists of tables/figures, references, curriculum vitae, and chapters on the problem/setting, literature review, methodology, and references. Each section's purpose and expected content is described at a high-level. For example, Chapter 1 introduces the topic and problem, Chapter 2 reviews relevant literature, and Chapter 3 describes the research methodology and statistical analysis plan. Standard formatting and citation guidelines are also provided.

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FORMAT FOR THESIS/RESEARCH PROPOSAL

(Quantitative Approach for Education, Humanities and Social Science)

TITLE PAGE
APPROVAL SHEET
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
ABSTRACT (150-200 words)
The abstract should contain the objective, hypothesis, methodology, major findings,
conclusions and recommendations. This should be in full text, no bullets or
enumerations.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This contains all the major topics and subtopics presented in each chapter.
LIST OF TABLES (if any or as necessary)
LIST OF FIGURES (if any or as necessary)
REFERENCES
CURRICULUM VITAE

CHAPTER I THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND


or THE PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING (if experimental)
Introduction (Narrative – 3 to 5 pages)

This part provides a brief background or the rationale of the study.

Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

For thesis, the researcher proves a theory. The Conceptual Framework is usually used.
For dissertation, the researcher builds up a theory.
Research flow should be included in the conceptual Framework.
The Research Paradigm is the visual presentation of the research process.

Statement of the Problem


This enumerates the research questions.

Hypothesis

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The proposition stated in the study will determine whether the hypothesis will
be stated in the null or alternative form.
Assumptions (if absolutely necessary)
The may be explicit or expressed or they may be implicit or written within the
text.
Significance of the Study
The researcher states what makes the study important. The persons or groups
who will benefit from the study should be identified. This should be reflected in
the recommendations.
Scope and Limitation/Delimitation of the Study
It answers the questions what (coverage of the study), when (time it will be
conducted), where (place where it will be conducted or area covered) who
(persons who will be involved) and how (procedure to be conducted).
Definition of Terms/variables
This includes the key and relevant terms in the study. Acronyms should also be
included. Operational definition is considered.
CHAPTER II REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Use a thematic format using key words in the Title and Statement of the Problem as
major topics of the review. This approach is applicable if there are abundant resources.
However, if there is scarcity of resources, study to study approach is more appropriate.
Literature citations must be dated within the last 5-10 years or depending on the field
of study. Follow the rules on proper citation of authors in the manuscript.
The length of the review depends on the field of study, a maximum of 20% of the
selected review of literature should be included.
Paraphrase literature citations and do not copy verbatim from your sources.
End the review with a synthesis or a concluding statement.
All sources mentioned should be included in the References.

CHAPTER III RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (Use future tense.)


Research Method Used
Identify the research method to be used.
Explain the research design to be used. Justify why the design will be used.
Population Frame and Sampling Scheme or Study Population
Use Population Frame and Sampling Scheme if the researcher will use samples.

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Use Study Population if no sample will be used and the whole population will be
utilized in the study.
Description of Respondents
Discuss all the important information or characteristics of the respondents of the
study. Give also the rationale for choosing them.
Research Instrument
Discuss the research instrument to be used. Include its development and
validation if not standardized.
Data Gathering Procedure
Discuss the step-by-step procedure to be done in gathering data.
Statistical Treatment of Data
Enumerate the statistical tools to be used. Specify the specific problem
where each tool will be used. Include the formulas and the sources.

REFERENCES
Use modified American Psychological Association (APA) style (2009, 5 th ed.).
Categorize the sources.

APPENDICES
A. Request Letter
B. Questionnaire

CURRICULUM VITAE

For encoding of manuscript, use Arial, font 12.

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