Chapter 3
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
In this chapter, the researchers will evaluate the research methodology, and impart the
research design, materials, procedure, data gathering techniques, and statistical treatments of the
study.
Research Design
In this study the research method that will be used is experimental which manipulates one
variable, and control or randomizes the rest of the variables, it also includes some applied
science and conduct new knowledge. The research will be use the (maxiama____) as the main
product to get the oil to make an alternative butter. The aim of the study is to know the
significant properties of (_____________) as alternative to the commercial butter.
Materials
The researchers will used the following materials for the experimental research: at least a
1 cup of dried squash seeds (__________), mortar and pestles (dikdikan), a saucepan or stewpan,
and strainer.
Procedure
The procedures of the experiment are the following:
A. Preparations of Material
1. The researchers will use the main the product or variables, a dried squash seeds
(_______).
2. Prepare the following materials; mortar and pestles, a saucepan, and strainer.
B. Resealing the oil of (_______)
1. The researchers will use the mortar and pestles to smash the seed and produce liquid
oil.
2. After smashing the squash seed (______) boil it in saucepan using a few water until it
release golden brown oil.
C. Decantation of oil from the Seed
1. Filter the liquid oil from the seed using strainer.
D. Making Butter
1. Using bowl, mix the milk and squash seed oil until it’s separate from fat and become
butter.
Data Gathering Techniques
In this study, the researcher’s data gathering techniques will be (__________)