GROUP 1

• Earl Robert Babbie: 'a systematic inquiry to describe, explain, predict, and control the observed phenomenon. It uses both inductive and deductive methodologies.'
• Research


  a systematic inquiry to describe, explain, predict, and control the observed phenomenon. It uses both inductive and deductive methodologies.
• QuestionPro is a web-based software for creating and distributing surveys
• Three main purposes of research

  • DESCRIPTIVE
  • EXPLORATORY
  • EXPLANATORY
• Two types of research

  • QUALITATIVE
  • QUANTITATIVE
• Research-based Argumentative Essay


  An essay that primarily focuses on the writer's stand on a certain topic that is supported by relevant research studies and aims to persuade and convince the readers of the writer's perspective.
• Key factors highlighting the importance of research in an argumentative essay

  • Credibility
  • Depth of Analysis
  • Counterargument
  • Persuasiveness
  • Originality
• The importance of research in an argumentative essay lies in its ability to provide credible and relevant evidence to support the writer's claims. Research helps the writer establish a clear position on a contentious issue and present a well-informed and persuasive argument.
• Formulating the Research Question


  You are expected to present a clear stand on an issue that has at least two different (or opposing) sides
• Examples of research question topics

  • Why should divorce be legalized in the Philippines?
  • Why should same-sex marriage be legalized in the Philippines?
  • Why should the practice of proper waste segregation be instituted in my barangay?
  • Why should eco-tourism be promoted in my community?
• Annotated Research Bibliography


  A curated list of sources related to a specific topic or research question that serves as a valuable resource for informing further investigation and scholarly discourse within the chosen topic.
• Guidelines for Compiling an Annotated Research Bibliography

  • Accuracy of the research question
  • Selecting Acceptable sources
  • Avoiding Unacceptable sources
  • Collaboration and evaluation through professional insight.
• Outline for an Annotated Research Bibliography

  • Citation of Sources
  • Summary of Sources (Annotate)
• Thesis statement


  The central or main idea of an essay that summarizes your position or argument. It is usually 1-2 sentences long and at the end of the introductory paragraph.
• 3 Types of Thesis statement

  • Expository
  • Analytical
  • Argumentative
• Why should we write a thesis statement? It's a roadmap, it's engaging, and one should know what he wants to prove in an essay.
• How to formulate a good thesis statement

  • Topic - Mention the main topic of your paper.
  • Position - Take a position and state your argument.
  • Evidence - Summarize the evidence you'll use to support your argument.
• Example thesis statement


  • Legalizing euthanasia in the Philippines undermines the sanctity of human life, violates medical ethics, and opens the door to potential abuse and exploitation of vulnerable individuals, thereby posing grave risks to the integrity of healthcare and societal values.
• The outline of the research will serve as a general shape or a written plan for your research-based argumentative essay. It ensures that the essay is well-organized and the information is presented in a logical order.