Science

Quarter 1 – Module 1

EVALUATING A RESEARCH
PAPER

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Research – Grade 10

Quarter 1 – Evaluating a Research Paper

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 Utilize the standards (criteria or
checklist) in evaluating a research paper
(peer/group/expert evaluation).

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 Dear Learners, are you ready to learn more about evaluating a research paper?

Evaluating a research paper is one of the most difficult activities in completing

a study. A research paper tackles everything and should consider even the simplest
detail that happened in the conduct of the study. Writing a research paper is tough,
but evaluating it is even tougher. You can only evaluate a research paper if you have
already experienced conducting a research study. However, the true evaluation of a
research paper can only be performed by experts in the field but there is a need for
you to learn the process for you to be able to come up with a good study. This module
will guide you on how you can go through evaluating a research paper.

Your goal at the end of this module is to utilize the standards (criteria or
checklist) in evaluating a research paper (peer/group/expert evaluation).

Specifically, you should be able to:

1. be familiar with the criteria or checklist in evaluating a research paper;
2. use and follow the criteria or checklist in evaluating a research paper; and
3. appreciate the importance of utilizing the standards in evaluating a research
paper.

Here are the terms that you have to be familiar with to better understand the
content of this module.

EVALUATE - to judge or calculate the quality, importance, amount, or value of

something.

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RESEARCH PAPER – is a substantial piece of academic writing, usually done as a
requirement for a class, in which the author does independent research into a topic
and writes a description of the findings of that research.

TITLE - summarizes the main idea or ideas of the study.

ABSTRACT – summarizes the major aspects of the entire paper in a prescribed

sequence.

INTRODUCTION - leads the reader from a general subject area to a particular topic
of inquiry.

METHODOLOGY - describes actions to be taken to investigate a research problem

and the rationale for the application of specific procedures or techniques used to
identify, select, process, and analyze information applied to understanding the
problem, thereby, allowing the reader to critically evaluate a study’s overall validity and
reliability.

RESULTS – is the part of the research paper where the findings of the study are
reported based upon the methodology applied to gather information.

CONCLUSIONS - is defined as a summary of the main topics covered, a re-statement

of the research problem, and a synthesis of key points.

RECOMMENDATIONS - are based on the results of the research and indicate the
specific measures or directions that can be taken.

NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FAIR (NSTF) – aims to identify the most
creative and innovative student researchers from Junior and Senior High School who
shall represent the country in the international science fairs.

Direction: Read each item carefully. Choose and write the letter of the best
answer in your notebook.

1. The following information should be evaluated in the Abstract except:

a. acknowledgement
b. objectives of the study
c. background of the study
d. results of the study
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 2. In which part of a research paper can an evaluator find the data presented in
tables, graphs or figures?
a. conclusions
b. recommendations
c. results
d. introduction

3. In which part of the research paper can you find the what and the why of the
study?
a. review of related literatures
b. introduction
c. methodology
d. conclusions

4. What should be considered in evaluating a research title?

a. The title must be long and must contain jargonized words.
b. It should start with “A study of” or “An investigation of”.
c. It must sound smart and must use highfalutin terms.
d. The words used must create a positive impression and should
stimulate the readers’ interest.

5. What is the importance of evaluating the list of references?

a. To establish the credibility of the sources of information.
b. To validate the information taken from these references.
c. To verify the extent of information used in the study.
d. all of the above

Direction: Match the vocabulary word in Column A with the definition in Column B.
Write the letter of the answer in your notebook.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

________ 1. Hypothesis a. The steps you take to complete the

experiment.

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 ________ 2. Variables b. The process scientists follow to
complete an investigation.
________ 3. Conclusion c. Things you need to complete your
experiment.
________ 4. Procedure d. The results of the experiment.
________ 5. Data e. The information you collect from the
experiment.
________ 6. Observation f. To repeat the experiment.
________ 7. Materials g. Watching and noticing events that
happen in the experiment.
________ 8. Replicate h. A prediction about what will happen
with the experiment.
________ 9. Investigation i. An experiment designed to answer a
question.
________ 10. Scientific Method j. Parts of an experiment that can be
changed and can affect the results of
the experiment.

Now that you are already aware on how to evaluate each part of a research paper,
here are first some considerations before going through the entire research paper:

1. Significance. It tackles an important problem. Important problems are usually

those that most people in the society will agree matter.
2. Practicality. It produces a significant result. The result is significant if others
benefit from it, the more the better.
3. Timeliness. It is based on current problems. Thus, the results will be of more
use.
4. Completeness. It contains all the necessary parts of a research paper.
5. Originality. It is novel, unique, and produces a new knowledge.

One of the most challenging parts in the conduct of a research is evaluation.

Evaluation of a research paper should be based on the prescribed guidelines and
criteria. Let us try to take a look at the checklists in evaluating a research paper. Please
be guided by the checklist below:

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 Table 1
CHECKLIST IN EVALUATING A RESEARCH PAPER

Instructions: Rate each component of a research paper using the following rubrics.
Place a check mark (/) in the cell that corresponds to your rating on each item.

1 = Not addressed, 2 = Partially addressed, 3 = Fully addressed, NA = Not Applicable

INDICATORS 1 2 3 NA
Title/Title Page
1. The title is clear and concise.
2. It interests the reader and reflects the content of the paper.
3. It follows the correct format.
Comments:

Abstract (The Abstract contains the following:)

1. Brief background of the study
2. Clear statement of the purpose/s of the study
3. Short description of the methods
4. Summary of main findings
5. Conclusions of the study
6. Recommendations
Comments:

Introduction (Chapter I)
1. It provided a clear background information of the topic.
2. It gets the reader’s attention right from the beginning.
3. The research problem/s is/are properly defined.
4. It is deemed significant to the society.
5. Hypotheses, assumptions and limitations are clearly stated.
6. Important terms are appropriately defined.
Comments:

Review of Related Literatures (Chapter II)

1. Important aspects of the study are covered in the review of
literatures.
2. Significant findings are noted.
3. It is well organized.

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 4. The literatures are summarized effectively.
Comments:

Methodology (Chapter III)

1. The research design is described in detail.
2. The respondents of the study are described in sufficient detail.
3. Sufficient data are collected from a variety of participants over
an appropriate length of time.
4. The setting of the study is adequately described.
5. The materials and methods are clearly described so the
experiment could be repeated.
6. The data gathering instrument is appropriate.
7. The techniques for data collection are appropriate for the
research problem.
8. The statistical treatment is appropriate for the study.
Comments:

Results and Discussions (Chapter IV)

1. Charts, tables, and graphs are understandable and
appropriately and consistently labeled.
2. The textual discussions are clear and concise.
3. Findings are adequately justified.
4. The statistical analysis is accurately interpreted.
Comments:

Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations (Chapter V)

1. The problem is restated.
2. The findings and conclusions are justified by the data presented
and analyzed.
3. Recommendations are included and are based on the findings
of the study.
Comments:

References and Appendices

1. A suitable style or format (e.g., APA) is used consistently for all
references.
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 2. References are free of errors.
3. All appendices referenced in the text are included in the
appendix section, in the order they are referenced.
4. Data and information in the appendices are clearly presented
and explained.
Comments:

If you are planning to join a science fair in your division, what will you consider?
When joining science fairs, it is very important to follow the prescribed guidelines of
the committee. This is to avoid disqualification from the competition. Below are the
criteria set for the National Science and Technology Fair (NSTF).

Table 2
CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING A RESEARCH PAPER INTENDED FOR CONTEST
(NSTF)

CRITERIA Complete Incomplete Recommendation

1. COVER PAGE
A. Is the research title
present?
B. Is/Are the name/s of the
student proponent’s
present?
C. Is/Are the appropriate
persons credited? (The
Research Adviser and
Research Consultants, if
applicable MUST be
present)
2. INTRODUCTION
 Does it outline the research
question and its significance
within the topic discussed,
making its relevance clear to
readers in a CONCISE
manner?
3. METHOD
 Does it clearly and
comprehensively provide the
reader with a description of
the methods used in the
research?
4. RESULTS
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  Does it clearly and
comprehensively SHOW the
reader what the research
came up with? This should
not be the MAIN section of
the paper.
5. DISCUSSION
 Does this show what the
findings in RESULTS mean?
6. LIMITATIONS ON THE
RESEARCH DESIGN AND
MATERIAL
 Does this show knowledge
and understanding of
research limitations?
7. CONCLUSIONS, NOTES,
WORKS CITED AND
APPENDICES/BIBLIOGRAPHY
A. Does the conclusion briefly
and clearly analyze what the
paper proposed, discussed
and concluded?
B. Are there (in MLA format)
possible Researcher Notes,
research paper’s Works
Cited and possible
appendices?
THE RESEARCH ABSTRACT (Maximum of 250 words)
1. Does it clearly and concisely
state the PURPOSE OF THE
RESEARCH?
2. Does it clearly and concisely
state the PROCEDURE/S
undertaken in the RESEARCH?
3. Does it clearly and concisely
state the DATA COLLECTED from
the RESEARCH?
4. Does it clearly and concisely
state the CONCLUSIONS OF THE
RESEARCH?
THE RESEARCH LOGBOOK
1. Is the logbook intact and not
tampered with? It should NOT be
loose-leafed.
2. Does the START DATE in the
logbook match the START DATE in
the Student Checklist (1A)?

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3. Does the END DATE in the
logbook match the END DATE in
the Student Checklist (1A)?
4. Are all the entries in the logbook
properly dated?
5. Does the logbook show accurate
and detailed notes and findings
throughout the course of the
research? Does it include data
tables, and the like?
6. Does the logbook show accurate
and detailed description of
procedures and processes
conducted in the course of the
research?
7. Does the logbook show student
notes and questions in the course of
the research?

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 ACTIVITY: EVALUATING THE PARTS OF A RESEARCH PAPER

Direction: Evaluate the given sample research paper using the checklists above.

TITLE

Eco-fabric from Blended Fragrant Screw Pine (Pandanus

amaryllifolius) Leaf Fibers and Cotton

ABSTRACT

Study: Eco-fabric from Blended Fragrant Screw Pine (Pandanus

amaryllifolius) Leaf Fibers and Cotton
Name of Student: Galang, Elson Ian Nyl Ebreo

(Full Abstract)

Cotton-polyester fabric is manufactured to alleviate increase in cotton

prices. However, polyester production faces issues such as denaturalization of
materials, energy usage, and increase in carbon footprints. The purpose of the
study was to find indigenous fibers which can become a new standalone fiber for
fabric production or as blend with cotton to produce a new all natural fabric.
Ultimate leaf fibers from the tropical fibrous plant Pandanus amaryllifolius (Pandan,
belonging to screw pine genus) were extracted through retting and the basic
properties of the fiber were assessed, revealing the following: low breaking
strength, good cohesion, good fineness and a staple length of 13.11 inches.
Economic value was also determined by calculating its fiber yield, which was found
to be 7.1%, the highest among the current commercially used fibers. An 80/20
Cotton-Pandan Philippine Tropical Fabric (PTF) was produced at the country’ s
textile research institute and assessed on weight, breaking strength, pilling
resistance and dimensional change, and color fastness to rubbing, perspiration and
laundering. Results of each analysis were compared with the Philippine National
Standard for PTFs. The newly produced fabric of Cotton-Pandan fabric showed the
following properties: fabric weight ideal for blouses and pants, good breaking
strength, exhibits shrinkage, has low pilling resistance, good colorfastness and
non-staining ability. The results proved that the ultimate fiber from Pandanus
amaryllifolius cannot be a standalone fiber for fabric production but it is a good and
economically sound blend to cotton for the production of a new PTF.

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INTRODUCTION

Study: Eco-fabric from Blended Fragrant Screw Pine (Pandanus

amaryllifolius) Leaf Fibers and Cotton
Name of Student: Galang, Elson Ian Nyl Ebreo

(Full Introduction)

Today, natural cotton is blended with synthetic polyester to mitigate the

high cost of cotton. However, polyester manufacturing entails intensive energy
and produces excessive CO2 and NO emissions (Polyester Production, Pollution,
2012).
In the Philippines, the thrust is developing Philippine Tropical Fabrics
(PTFs) from an all-natural blend of cotton and various fibers from plants like
abaca, pineapple, banana, jute and water hyacinth (PNS/PTRI, 2005). However,
supplies and fiber yields of these plants are limited and other supply of fibers
must be explored.
Pandanus amaryllifolius, known as Fragrant screw pine (English) or
Pandan (Local), is a fibrous tropical fiber plant that is found abundant in the
country. This study assesses the leaf fibers from fragrant screw pine as potential
standalone fiber for fabric production or as blend with cotton for the production of
a new PTF.
Specifically, this study evaluates fiber yield of the plant and the fiber
properties - breaking strength, cohesion, fineness, and mean length of its leaf
fibers. An 80/20 cotton-fragrant screw pine PTF was also produced and
characterized in terms of fabric weight, breaking strength, dimensional change,
pilling resistance, colorfastness and staining grade. This study boosts production
of environment-friendly fabrics or eco-fabrics like PTFs by providing additional
fiber supplies, and eventually making these fabrics more affordable in the market.

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METHODOLOGY

Study: Eco-fabric from Blended Fragrant Screw Pine (Pandanus

amaryllifolius) Leaf Fibers and Cotton
Name of Student: Galang, Elson Ian Nyl Ebreo

(Excerpt from Materials and Methodology)

Fabric Characterization
The fabric produced was then tested using the Philippine National
Standards for PTFs (PNSPTF). Breaking strength, dimensional change and pilling
resistance tests were conducted at DOST-PTRI’s Physical Laboratory. While,
colorfastness and staining grades for laundering, perspiration and rubbing were
tested at DOST-PTRI’s Chemical Laboratory. Three carefully rectangular-cut
fabric pieces were then obtained and each one’s fabric weight was calculated
using the formula:
W= M / (LxW)
Where,
W= fabric weight, M= mass of cut fabric in grams, L= length in meters, W=
weight in meters.

The average of the 3 calculated single fabric weights was calculated to

determine the mean fabric weight. All values of the various properties were then
compared to the set standards of the PNS-PTF

Fiber Yield Test

One hundred grams of Fragrant screw pine leaves were each placed in
three containers filled with 3 gallons of ground water. After two weeks of retting,
fibers for each container were harvested, processed and weighed. The average
of the three was then calculated to determine the fiber yield. The value was then
compared with yields of other fiber plants.

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CONCLUSIONS

Study: Eco-fabric from Blended Fragrant Screw Pine (Pandanus

amaryllifolius) Leaf Fibers and Cotton
Name of Student: Galang, Elson Ian Nyl Ebreo

(Full Conclusion)

Fragrant screw pine leaf fibers cannot be used as stand-alone fibers for
fabric production. However, an 80/20 cotton-fragrant screw pine yarn and fabric
was successfully produced and characterized to have relatively good properties
such as enough fabric weight and breaking strength, good colorfastness and non-
staining. With its 7.1% fiber yield, it is also an economically sound fiber.

GUIDE QUESTIONS:

1. Did the research study comply with the standards of writing a research paper?

2. Is the research paper complete? If no, what is lacking in the research paper? Is
it necessary to include the lacking parts in writing a research paper? Why or
why not?

3. As an evaluator of the sample research paper, what can you suggest to improve
the research paper?

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 To guide you on how to evaluate a research paper, here are some background
information and pointers that you have to consider.

TITLE/TITLE PAGE

 Simple but catchy and interesting.

 Brief, descriptive, concise, and comprehensive.

 Does not start with “A study of”, “An investigation of”, and other similar
wordings.

 REMEMBER: Titles are not meant to impress but to express!

ABSTRACT

 Includes:
o short background of the study
o objectives of the study
o materials and methods
o results
o conclusion and significance.

 Maximum of 250 words only.

 NOTE: Abstract is not a patchwork but an overview of the research itself.

CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION

Answers the questions: “What?” (What is the paper about?) and “So what?”
(Why should the reader care?)

Presents:
o background of the study
o objectives
o significance
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 o limitations of the study.

CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURES

 Includes articles, abstracts, reviews, monographs, dissertations, other research

reports, textbooks and electronic media related to the research problem.

 Recent sources published in the last 10 years, the only exception is in

situations when authors literally cannot access recent text.

CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY

o Provides enough details so that others can repeat the experiments following
the methods written in the research paper.

o Includes the significant steps such as gathering of materials, preparing of

setups, tests and experimentations, data analysis, etc.

o Indicates official title of international/established procedures or tests used in the

study and modifications made in the procedures.

o Elaborates tests and procedures designed and performed by the researchers.

o Includes photographs, lay-outs, flow charts, schematic diagrams or drawings

especially for inventions and new products.

o Ensures REPLICABILITY of the research work.

o REMINDER: Always think of this as a recipe that another “cook” can follow
even WITHOUT YOU.

CHAPTER IV: RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

Results

 It includes all data gathered from the experiments which can be presented
through tables, graphs, figures, etc.

 Observes appropriate data presentation. Tables show and highlight individual

data. Line graphs show trends. Pie charts or bar graphs show comparisons
of proportion or largeness. Flow charts indicate processes.

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  Tables, graphs, and figures have respective captions (Table/Graph/Figure
number and a short description).

 Captions for tables are placed on top of the table while for figures, graphs, and
diagrams are placed under accompanied with descriptions on the trends
derived from the data analysis conducted.

 Uses subsections for multiple distinct tests conducted (e.g. Results from Test
No. 1, Results from Test No.2).

Discussions

¤ “Soul” of the research paper.

¤ Answers the following research questions:

 What are the implications of the results and trends derived from data
analysis conducted?
 What are and how did these factors cause such results and trends?
 What are the other related research that agree with such results and
trends? (with indication of how the research vary from other related
research conducted especially in terms of materials and methods used)
 What are established scientific knowledge (e.g. science laws, basic
facts) that can explain or justify such results and trends?
 What are other related research and/or scientific knowledge that
contradict such results and trends? And what are the possible causes of
these contradictions?
 What are and how did these possible errors (e.g. unwanted factors)
affect such results and trends?

The RESULTS and DISCUSSION of the study are the most

essential parts of a research paper.

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 CHAPTER V: CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Conclusions

 Briefly summarizes the results.

 No subsections, limited to two to three sentences only.

 Presents only conclusion based on the results and trends discussed.

 Directly addresses or answers the problems or questions set out in the

introduction.

 Mentions a practical application.

Recommendations

 Presents suggestions to improve and widen the knowledge about the research
topic, and other variables that can be tested in relation to the study (other
researchers of the same interest will usually read this part to conceptualize their
own research topic).

Those are the important parts to evaluate in a research paper. But a

research paper is not complete without the Bibliography and Appendices.

LIST OF REFERENCES (BIBLIOGRAPHY) AND APPENDICES

List of References/Bibliography

 Includes books, journals, credible websites and all other

resources used as reference in the study.

 Acknowledges sources and references.

 Consistent in citing sources using any of the following formats:

American Psychological Association (APA) Style, Modern

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 Language Association (MLA) Style, and Chicago Manual of
Style.

Appendices

 Presents raw data laid out in clear format such as maps, photographs,
diagrams, and other images.

GENERAL FORMATTING

In evaluating a research paper, follow the format indicated below (formats may
vary depending on the requirements of the school or science fair).

 Page numbers
o Placed at the center of each page.
o Font style and size of the page numbers are the same as that of the
body.

 Margin: 1 inch to all sides

 Main Headings: Capitalized, Bold

 Subheadings (for subsections): Regular Capitalization, Bold

 Font Style: Times New Roman

 Font Size: 12

 Columns: 2 (except for graphs, figures, and tables which usually require bigger
space)

THE RESEARCH LOGBOOK

For the research logbook, the evaluators should look into the following:

 “Official transcript” of the activities related to the research

 Record book with entries written daily
 Entries written in non-erasable pen
 Page number
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  Absence or/and minimal erasures
 Inclusion of research-related documents
 Readable narrations of activities, tables, figures and quantitative data

Further, the research evaluator should look for the following data logbook
entries:
o Date and Time
o Location: (laboratory, fields, libraries, research institutes, etc. with
complete address)
o Research-related Activity Conducted for the Day
o Data/ Information Gathered
o Signature of Adult-Sponsor
o If applicable, signature of people responsible (e.g. qualified
scientist, librarian, director of the RRI, statistician)

Good reading! You are now equipped with the knowledge on how to evaluate
each component of a research paper. Let’s check the next part of the module
and learn about the criteria in evaluating a research paper. 

Direction: Answer the following questions based from what you have learned in
this module.

1. How did you know that the related literatures are significant to the study?
2. When do you say that the result of the research was clearly and
comprehensively stated?
3. What should be considered when evaluating the methods used in the study?
4. Why should indication of references become an essential part in evaluating a
research paper.
5. When do you say that you were able to evaluate the research paper effectively?
6. Why is it important to utilize or use the standards in evaluating a research
paper?

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Direction: Complete the graphic organizer on how to evaluate a research paper by
writing a short description for each part. Copy the template below in your notebook to
answer the activity.

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 TITLE

You have now completed the activities on evaluating a research paper. You
did great! Keep up the good work! 

Once you are tasked to evaluate a research paper, bear this in mind:

 A complete research paper has 5 chapters: Introduction, Review of Related

Literatures, Methodology, Results and Discussions, and Summary, Conclusions,
and Recommendations.

 The title contains the fewest possible words needed to adequately and clearly
describe the content and/or purpose of the research paper.

 An abstract summarizes, usually in one paragraph of 250 words or less, the major
aspects of the entire paper in a prescribed sequence that includes: (1) short
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 background of the study, (2) objectives of the study, (3) materials and methods, (4)
results, (5) conclusion and (6) significance.

 The Introduction establishes the scope, context, and significance of the research
being conducted by summarizing the background information about the topic,
stating the research problem supported by a hypothesis or a set of questions,
explaining briefly the methodological approach used to examine the research
problem, highlighting the potential outcomes the study can reveal, and outlining the
remaining structure and organization of the paper.

 The Review of Related Literatures includes books, scholarly articles, and any
other sources relevant to a particular issue, area of research, or theory, and by so
doing, provides a description, summary, and critical evaluation of these works in
relation to the research problem being investigated.

 The methodology section of a research paper answers two main questions: How
was the data collected or generated? And, how was it analyzed?

 The results section states the findings of the research arranged in a logical
sequence without bias or interpretation.

 The discussion should always connect to the introduction by way of the research
questions posed and the literature reviewed. The discussion clearly explain how the
study advanced the reader's understanding of the research problem from where
you left them at the end of your review of prior research.

 The conclusion must help the reader understand why the research should matter
to them after they have finished reading the paper.

 The appendices must contain supplementary materials even the non-essential

parts of the text but helpful in providing a more comprehensive understanding of
the research problem.

 A reference section/bibliography must include a formal reference of published

and unpublished sources that were used to obtain information relevant to the
research paper.

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 Direction: Read each item carefully. Choose and write
the letter of the best answer in your notebook.

1. What should be considered in evaluating a research title?

a. The title must be long and must contain jargonized words.
b. It should start with “A study of” or “An investigation of”.
c. It must sound smart and must use highfalutin terms.
d. The words used must create a positive impression and should
stimulate the readers’ interest.

2. The following information should be evaluated in the Abstract except:

a. acknowledgement
b. objectives of the study
c. background of the study
d. results of the study

3. What is the importance of evaluating the list of references?

a. To establish the credibility of the sources of information.
b. To validate the information taken from these references.
c. To verify the extent of information used in the study.
d. all of the above

4. What should be considered before you evaluate a research paper?

I. thickness III. timeliness
II. practicality IV. completeness
a. I, II, and III only
b. I only
c. II, III, and IV only
d. II and IV only

5. Why is there a need to evaluate the sources of information?

a. To weed out reliable, non-biased, updated and/or correct information.
b. To ensure the quality and reliability of the research.
c. To find non-relevant information for the research topic.
d. To search for views and opinions from other people.

6. Why do we need to evaluate research papers?

I. To understand the significance of the study in relation to other studies.
II. To tell the researchers whether to continue or to stop the study.
III. To test how good the researcher is.
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 IV. To reorient the researchers on the direction of their study.

a. I and IV only
b. I and III only
c. II and IV
d. II and III only

7. In which part of a research paper can an evaluator find the data presented in
tables, graphs or figures?
a. conclusions
b. recommendations
c. results
d. introduction

8. Why do evaluators require a research logbook?

a. To prove that certain activities occurred during the conduct of the
study.
b. To validate the authenticity of the data obtained in the study.
c. To check the credibility of the researchers.
d. All of the above

9. In evaluating a research paper, an evaluator focuses on the discussion of the

results, what could be the reason for this?
a. It contains the core findings summarized and interpreted in light of the
research questions.
b. It describes the data collecting procedures and instruments utilized in
the study.
c. It defines what has been done and what needs to be done in relation
to the research topic.
d. It proposes new research directions to prevent duplication of effort or
to encourage collaboration.

10. In which part of the research paper can you find the what and the why of the
study?
a. review of related literatures
b. introduction
c. methodology
d. conclusions

CONGRATULATIONS! You have now reached the end of this module. I hope
you have learned a lot on how to evaluate an effective research paper. I hope this
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1. A
2. C
3. B
4. D
5. D

DO THIS!

1. H
2. J
3. D
4. A
5. E
6. G
7. C
8. F
9. I
10. B

EXPLORE (Answers may vary)

4. Did the research study comply with the standards of writing a research
paper?
For the Title, Abstract, Introduction, and Conclusion, the research paper
complied with the standards in writing a research paper. However, for the
Methodology section, there were some important information that were missing.
These include the research design, respondents, locale and the statistical
treatment used in the study.
5. Is the research paper complete? If no, what is lacking in the research
paper? Is it necessary to include the lacking parts in writing a research
paper? Why or why not?
No. It lacks the Review of Related Literatures, Results, Discussions,
Recommendations, Bibliography and Appendices. It is necessary to include
these parts. The Review of Related Literatures will provide more information
regarding the topic. The Results and Discussion will show the findings
obtained from the study and the analysis and interpretation of these findings.

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 These would support the conclusions derived from the study.
Recommendations are also necessary so that the future researchers would
know how to improve the study. The Bibliography will cite all the references
utilized in the study which can be used for validation of the information and the
sources of these information. Appendices can also provide additional
information for the readers to better comprehend the study.
6. As an evaluator of the sample research paper, what can you suggest to
improve the research paper?
After evaluating the research paper, I would suggest to complete the parts since
most of these are important to fully understand the research study.

APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED (Answers may vary)

1. How did you know that the related literatures are significant to the study?
The related literatures are considered to be significant to the study if it provided
information on what were already done and what has to be done regarding the
research topic. Also, if it gave ideas on the difference/s of the current research
study to the previous studies that were already completed.
2. When do you say that the result of the research was clearly and
comprehensively stated?
The results of the study are clearly stated with the use of appropriate data
presentation such as tables, line graphs, pie graphs, bar graphs or even flow
charts. This would help to easily see the data obtained from the study. These
data presentations should also be accompanied with descriptions on the trends
derived from the data analysis conducted.
3. What should be considered when evaluating the methods used in the
study?
The methods used in the study should be clearly stated in detail, so that other
researchers would be able to repeat the procedures done in the study. The
materials used in each step should also be included.
4. Why should indication of references become an essential part in
evaluating a research paper?
Bibliography or the list of references is an essential part in evaluating a research
paper because it helps to validate if the information and if the sources of these
information are true and credible.
5. When do you say that you were able to evaluate the research paper
effectively?
An effective evaluation means that you were able to evaluate the paper
objectively, without any bias, with the use of the checklist or criteria provided.
An effective evaluation also enables the evaluator to provide helpful insights
and suggestions to further improve the research paper and the study itself.

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 6. Why is it important to utilize or use the standards in evaluating a research
paper?
Following the prescribed criteria in evaluating a research paper will guide you
to evaluate objectively and prevent you to go beyond what is required in the
process.

REINFORCEMENT (Answers may vary)

LITERATURE
REVIEW
This provides
INTRODUCTION literatures that METHODOLOGY
This gives the support the conduct This shows the
readers an of study. procedures for the
overview of the
completion of the
entire study.
research study.

TITLE

BIBLIOGRAPHY
RESULTS AND This is where all
DISCUSSIONS references/sources
This contains the CONCLUSIONS AND used in the study
findings and their RECOMMENDATIONS are cited.
explanations. This part answers the
problems identified and
gives suggestions on
how to improve the
study.

ASSESS WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

1. D
2. A
3. D
4. C
5. B
6. A
7. C

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9. A
10. B

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