INVESTIGATORY
PROJECT
Project in Science IV Physics
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Science
Investigatory
Project - an investigation about a scientific problem
(question)
- a problem-solving process WHAT ARE
THE GOALS OF
MAKING AN IP?
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OBJECTIVES:
Stimulate interest in Science
Provide educational
opportunities
Share what you have learned to discuss a certain topic.
Application of concepts learned Uses scientific method
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What is Research?
Scientific Method
Language & Style
Phases of Conducting an
Investigatory Project
Time table
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Ethics Statement
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Parts of a Scientific Research Paper
Title Page
Abstract
Acknowledgment
Table of Contents
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CHAPTER I-INTRODUCTION
A. Background of the Study
B. Statement of the Problem
C. Hypothesis
D. Significance of the Study
E. Scope and Limitation
F. Definition of Terms
CHAPTER II- REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
CHAPTER III-METHODOLOGY
A. Materials
B. Procedures
CHAPTER IV-RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
A. Findings
B. Analysis of Data
CHAPTER V- CONCLUSION
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Research is… -searching for theory, testing a theory or solving a problem
-systematic because it follows certain steps or stages 3/7/15
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Scientific Method
• identification of the problem
• relating this problem with theories
• collection of data
• analysis and interpretation
• drawing conclusions
• integration of conclusions into the stream of knowledge
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Language and Style
1. The language expression of a research report is distinctly scientific.
2. Simplicity, conciseness and straightforwardness are main characteristics of scientific writing.
3. There is also a need for consistency in the terms used and in the form of expression.
4. There must be continuity from chapter to chapter & from section to section.
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5. The language and style should reflect the accurate rules in grammar, correct spelling & correct punctuation. Passive voice of the verb should be used.
6. The first person is not used in order that the
References: http://www.geocities.com/egf94/2ndlongtest/ip.html http://www.freesciencefairproject.com/requirements.htm http://www.dost.gov.ph Research Methods (Revised Edition)by Consuelo Sevilla et. Al. Rex Publishing House 3/7/15 36