University of the Visayas

Cebu City, Philippines

Graduate School for Health Professions

(Title of the Research Proposal)

A Research Proposal

Presented to the Faculty

As Partial Fulfillment

Of the Subject

Qualitative Research Methods in Public Health

or
Qualitative Research Methods in Nursing

Submitted by:

Mr. Juan Dela Cruz

Submitted to:

Dr. Johnny J. Yao Jr.

December 2017
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Table of Contents

Title Page. i

Approval Sheet....ii

Acknowledgment... iii

Table of Contents... iv

List of Tables ..................................................................................................................... iv

List of Figures ..................................................................................................................... v

Chapter 1 ............................................................................................................................. 1

Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 1

Background of the Study ........................................................................................ 1

Statement of the Problem/ Objective ...................................................................... 1

Chapter 2 ............................................................................................................................. 3

Review of Related Literature and Studies .......................................................................... 3

Synthesis of Research Findings .............................................................................. 4

Chapter 3 ............................................................................................................................. 4

Research Methodology ....................................................................................................... 4

Research Design...................................................................................................... 5

Research Informants ............................................................................................... 5

Research Instrument................................................................................................ 6

Data Gathering Procedures ..................................................................................... 6

Data Analysis .......................................................................................................... 6

Rigor of the Study ................................................................................................... 7

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Ethical Considerations ............................................................................................ 7

References ........................................................................................................................... 8

Appendix A ......................................................................................................................... 9

Appendix B ....................................................................................................................... 10

Curriculum Vitae .............................................................................................................. 10

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List of Tables

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List of Figures

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Approval Sheet

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Acknowledgements
 Chapter 1
Introduction
(Use the following headings as needed. This chapter provides the framework for

the study and captures the attention of the reader. It begins with a problem statement and

the need for this particular research. Think of this chapter as moving from general

information to more specific information as it progresses; begin with a general

description of the area under study and move toward the specific description of research

questions, hypotheses and limitations.)

Background of the Study

(This section is about 2 pages long and provides a context of the problem based

on its background or history as well as a reason why the research problem is important.

This section addresses how the problem evolved, summarizes the research completed

thus far, and identifies the aspects of the topic emphasized by the current study. Given its

general brevity, only the most salient literature is reviewed here. A more thorough

review of the literature is completed in Chapter 2.)

Statement of the Problem/ Objective

(This section is a concise statement of the problem/objective. It defines the

specific problem that will be investigated and the need for the study. It contains several

components: the general population that will be studied, the general problem, the specific

problem and purpose. It presents a discrepancy between what is already known about the

problem and what remains unclear. This section provides the reader with a clear

understanding of the need for this study. These questions are to be answered by the study
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in order to achieve the overall purpose of the study. Questions must be manageable and

specific. The questions direct the research methods employed; qualitative questions

differ from quantitative questions as do their research methodologies.)

Significance of the Study. (This section takes the specific research problem that

applies to the research community or experts in the field, and addresses the general

problem that affects the larger community. Point out how the research intends to add to

existing knowledge on the subject and who will benefit from the completion of this

project. The study must be considered significant by the panel to be pursued.)

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Chapter 2
Review of Related Literature and Studies

(The literature review begins with an introduction to orient the reader on the

purpose of the current chapter. The topic is stated and main points are briefly outlined.)

Literature Review

(This section provides the conceptual basis, justification, analysis and

interpretation of the problem under investigation through the presentation of historical

knowledge in the field, knowledge of similar research, knowledge of unsolved problems

and knowledge of gaps in the literature. It shows the research that was used to develop

key elements of the study. A balanced discussion of alternative viewpoints is presented

along with comparisons. Order, logic and flow are important. Begin with a historical

overview and gaps in the literature, and follow that with current findings in order from

general to more specific. Discuss the literature related to the research variables, the

constructs or factors involved, the theoretical framework and elements of the research

design. The review is organized with general subheadings shown below and specific

subheading based on your topic.)

Review of studies on the topic. ( Identify the research question, discuss research

used in developing or supporting the theoretical framework and address the variables of

the study in order of importance. Organize the review in a logical manner based on study

variables and use the literature review to support those variables. This section includes a

review of the methodological choices made for the study, including information about the
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research design, sample size, instruments, and data analysis. It serves to justify these

factors for your study.)

Synthesis of Research Findings

(This section connects the literature review to your research problem. Here you

discuss the larger themes reviewed including the strengths and weaknesses of each study.

This provides a summary of the logic behind your study including the theoretical

framework, ideas and constructs. This section also provides a critical analysis of the

material reviewed, including the quality of that research and the strengths or weaknesses

in the methodology. Additionally, it connects those factors to your research direction and

argument. Opposing views and controversies are addressed. This section helps to

construct a strong case for your research study.)

Chapter 3
Research Methodology
(This chapter provides information as to how you carried out the study. It begins

with an introduction section that restates the research purpose and rationale to remind the
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reader of the need for the study. The introduction provides a brief overview of the chapter

and how it is organized. This chapter should address the research design, population and

participant selection, procedures, instruments, research questions and hypotheses, data

collection and data analyses and expected findings.)

Research Design

(This section begins with a statement that describes the design. Descriptions of

the independent and dependent variables are provided. The rationale and appropriateness

of the study and the research design are described in fullness with the purpose of linking

them to accomplishing the studys goals. Include the specific Philosophical Stance of the

specific qualitative study [eg. Gadamerian phenomenology, narrative inquiry, case study,

ethnography, grounded theory].)

Research Informants

(This section provides a full, detailed description of the characteristics of the

target population, the larger population from which the sample was drawn, connecting it

to the studys sample. The number of participants, their age, ethnicity, etc. should be

described. Sample selection should be described in full. This includes the methods

(general terms of what was done), the procedures (step-by-step explanation of how this

was carried out), the number of participants in the final sample, an explanation for any

portion of the sample that was excluded, how the sample was recruited, selected and

assigned, how the sample size was determined (data saturation) and specific

characteristics of the sample. Use standard terminology.)

Research Locale.
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(Describe the location of the study as specifically as possible with respect to the

organizations anonymity and confidentiality of the participants.)

Research Instrument

(Describe the qualitative instruments used in the study, along with an explanation

of why that instrument was selected and how it is appropriate. Describe the tools used.

Present these descriptions in subsections in the order they were used in the study. Copies

of interview guides are included in the appendix.)

Data Gathering Procedures

(Describe the specific methods that you will do in gathering the data for your

research. This can include preliminary data gathering, approval from different

institutions, observation, pre interview, interview and post interview procedures.

Data Analysis

(This section provides a detailed data analysis plan and includes a description of

why the specific qualitative analyses are appropriate in understanding the phenomenon. A

description of computer techniques to manage qualitative data is provided. This section is

organized logically: description of the types of data involved in each analysis; description

of the sequence of methods for the analysis; and descriptions of how each step will be

carried out. Information should be specific enough to enhance the trustworthiness of the

study.)
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Rigor of the Study

(This section provides a detailed description of the different quality criteria

needed for a qualitative inquiry. This would include five criteria for developing the

trustworthiness of a qualitative inquiry developed by Guba & Lincoln (1994): credibility,

dependability, confirmability, transferability, and authenticity.

Ethical Considerations

(This section provides a detailed description of how you would protect the rights

of research participants. This can include privacy and confidentiality, informed consent

process, vulnerability, recruitment, assent for minors, risks, benefits, incentives or

compensation for research participants.

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References

(The reference list provides information about the sources cited within the document and

assists the reader in locating that material. Include sources used in your literature review

and research. The reference list should be accurate and complete. References should be

organized alphabetically, and single-spaced, with a double space between entries. The

style should be consistent throughout. Use the ruler to create a hanging indent. Refer to

the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.) for the

specific format for each reference type. APA can be accessed through the following link

http://www.apastyle.org/.)
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Appendix A
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Appendix B
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Curriculum Vitae