Directions
Phase 1: Analyze the Situation
Read the following scenario:
Many senior high school students spend several hours daily using social media applications such
as Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. While social media offers educational benefits, some
students experience difficulties in completing their academic tasks on time. Despite several
studies on social media use, limited information is available regarding its effect on the time-
management skills of Grade 12 students in your school.
Guide Questions:
1. What issue or concern is presented in the scenario?
2. Who are affected by the issue?
3. What information is still lacking?
4. What possible topic can be investigated?
Phase 2: Create the Research Problem
Using the scenario, complete the table below:
Component Answer
Issue/Problem _____________
Respondents _____________
Locale _____________
Variables _____________
Research Gap _____________
Phase 3: Formulate Research Questions (10 minutes)
Create one General Problem and three Specific Questions.
General Problem:
Example:
What is the effect of social media usage on the time-management skills of Grade 12 students?
Specific Questions:
1.
2.
3.
Group Output
Present your answers using the following format:
Title:
Research Problem Formulation
Research Gap:
General Statement of the Problem:
Specific Questions:
1.
2.
3.