School of Education

GMETRES with GTSSEM and GDDISSEM

Term 1 | AY 2024-2025

UA Charisms-Based Syllabus (2024)

Course Code, Title

GMETRES: Methods of Research (3 units; 54 hours)

(linked with GTSSEM: Thesis Seminar and GDDISSEM: Dissertation Seminar)

Course Description

The GMETRES for the MAEd program as a three-unit course is ultimately aimed at
enabling the adult learners to revalidate the value of research in their graduate
education, and in innovating their teaching and/ or leading practices. This goes with
the provision of relevant content, activities, and use of pedagogies that would allow
them to experience the joy of re-learning and simplifying the research process that
would facilitate their decision-making in determining their individual paths toward
thesis/ dissertation writing (Thesis/ Dissertation Seminar component).

The course covers the review of the concepts of research, the SDGs, the UA Research
Agenda, the rudiments and language of research, the essentials of scientific and
ethical conduct and writing of research, conceptualization of topics, the review of
related literature/ studies, citing references (APA 7th edition format), research
methods, presenting and discussing results/ findings, paraphrasing, and summarizing
content, criteria for evaluating proposals and final outputs, and mock presentation.
(For the Thesis Seminar students: the oral presentation of their proposal shall be the
ultimate target requirement).

The entire journey in the GMETRES with GTSSEM shall be guided by the “Anam a
Kalam” or the Six Charisms of the University. The researchers’ (truth-seekers’)
academic and personal excellence, as well as adherence to ethical standards and
academic honesty, respect and practice of social responsibility as manifestation of
their “faith witnessing” shall be the foremost values for integration.

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Course Outcomes (Charism-based)

UA CHARISMS (Anam a Kalam): Catholicity, Excellence, Values, Relationship, Leadership, Mission
CATHOLICITY EXCELLENCE VALUES RELATIONSHIP LEADERSHIP MISSION
Faith
Honesty/ Leadership
Understanding Academic Excellence Respect Charity
Integrity Faith
Truth-seeking Personal Excellence Teamwork Extension
Conscientiousness Witnessing
(Research)
1. Articulate previous 3. Share perspectives 5. Practice 8. Show respect of 9. Practice 10. Manifest one’s
experiences in (and inquiries) on intellectual each other’s professionalism sense of mission
doing research and the discussed honesty by citing opinions/ (e.g., by in volunteering
personal content: definition of references perspectives/ exhibiting or committing to
realizations; terms, overview of properly views/ outputs behavior and assist colleagues
the IMRAD, sections following the APA presented by competence about doing
2. Express views on of a proposal and the 7th edition expressing expected of a research
the UA charisms final manuscript, format, and by appreciation of professional, ethically, in
and core values common methods of making it a habit ideas shared etc.) in conducting group
and how these research, the to acknowledge attending activities, and
apply in the language of sources of data 4. Work classes and in addressing/
GMETRES/ GTSSEM research, the APA 7th appropriately collaboratively participating in troubleshooting
and in their overall edition, among on listing class activities concerns
formation as others, with the UA possible thesis
Assumptionists Research Agenda topics/
and the SDGs proposals
----------------------------- guided by the
6. Individually or steps introduced
working as team, in
accomplish and conceptualizing
present the Research proposed topics
Proposal Form (via a (via mock
mock presentation) presentations)
following the
standards and
procedures discussed

7. Express realizations
on determining the
usefulness of one’s
proposed research/
thesis guided by the
policies on UA
Research Utilization

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Course Guide
CHARISM Evaluation Activities
Period Course Outcomes Course Content
Core Value/s
Wks. 1 1. Articulate previous Lessons Learned from CATHOLICITY Oral expression of their experiences,
experiences in doing Experiences in Doing Research Faith- stories, views (aimed to determine
research and personal (Needs Assessment and understanding needs toward strengthening their
research capability building)
realizations; gathering of inputs for curriculum Truth-Seeking
development)
Wk.2 2. Express perspectives on the (1) Course Overview with the EXCELLENCE Oral expression of their
UA charisms and core values orientation on the Six UA Academic experiences, perspectives,
and how these apply in the Charisms and underlying Excellence; inquiries, stories, and related
GMETRES and in their overall core values Personal examples
formation Excellence
Wk. 3 3. Share perspectives (and (2) Overview of the Research Presentation and analysis of
inquiries) on the discussed Process and Paper Writing VALUES outputs (listed possible topics for
content: definition of terms, (3) IMRaD/ iMFaD, Templates Honesty/ Integrity a thesis
overview of the IMRAD, and Samples Conscientiousness
Wk. 4 sections of a proposal and (4) Research Gaps, UA Research Expression of realizations on
the final manuscript, Agenda, and the SDGs; RELATIONSHIP their spiritual growth/
common methods of Sources of Topics Respect attainment of spiritual excellence
research, the language of Activity: Listing prospective Teamwork as they take part in the class
research, the APA 7th topics for a thesis discussion and activities
edition, among others, with (5) Reviewing Literature and the LEADERSHIP
the UA Research Agenda and APA 7th Edition Leadership
the SDGs • “Beginning writing by Faith Witnessing
reading”
• APA 7th Edition guide in MISSION
citing references and in-text Charity
citations Extension
• The Mendeley
Wks. 5- (6) Research: Methods,
6 Language, Policies, and Ethics
• Common Methods of
Research (with Definition of
Terms)
• Introducing Lesson Study
• Sampling/ choosing the
sources of data (human or
non-human): inclusion and
exclusion criteria
• What is Ethics in Research?
• What is Plagiarism? How
could it be Avoided?
• About UA on Turnitin use
• The UA Research Proposal
Form
• The UA-REB Form
(7) Conceptualizing Topics for
Research (with concepts on
Research Utilization)

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(8) Tips for a meaningful Mock

Presentation and Real Defense
Wk. 7 4. Work collaboratively on listing Activities: Oral presentation of outputs and
possible thesis topics/ (1) Reviewing listed possible sharing of perspectives
proposals guided by the steps thesis topics
introduced in conceptualizing (2) Conceptualization of the Exercises on in-text citations and
proposed topics (via mock overarching aim and specific listing of References
presentations) objectives (workshop)
(3) Reviewing related literature Expression of realizations on
5. Practice intellectual honesty and exercises in citing and their spiritual growth/
by citing references properly listing of sources using the attainment of spiritual excellence
following the APA 7th edition APA 7th edition format as they take part in the class
format, and by making it a discussion and activities
habit to acknowledge sources
of data appropriately
Wks. 8- 6. Individually or working as Activities Oral presentation of outputs and
13 team: accomplish and present • Asynchronous time (Week 8) – sharing of perspectives/ inquiries
the Research Proposal Form Accomplishment of the about presented outputs
(via a mock presentation) Research Proposal Form
following the standards and • Mock Presentation of outputs Collaborative evaluation of
procedures discussed (Weeks 9-13) outputs presented: to identify
7. Express realizations on • FINALS for GMETRES: areas for improvement
determining the usefulness of submission of accomplished
one’s proposed research/ research proposal form
thesis guided by the policies • FINALS for Thesis/ Dissertation
on UA Research Utilization Seminar: Mock/ real
presentation of one’s thesis
proposal
8. Show respect of each other’s Integrated in all the class RELATIONSHIP Self-evaluation of manifesting
opinions/ perspectives/ views/ sessions and activities Respect the core values of respect and
outputs presented by (individual and group) Teamwork teamwork
expressing appreciation of
ideas shared

9. Practice professionalism (e.g., Integrated in all the class LEADERSHIP Self-evaluation of manifesting
by exhibiting behavior and sessions and activities Leadership the core values of leadership and
competence expected of a (individual and group) Faith-Witnessing faith-witnessing
professional, etc.) in attending
classes and in participating in
class activities

10. Manifest one’s sense of Integrated in all the class MISSION Self-evaluation of manifesting
mission in volunteering or sessions and activities Charity the core values of charity and
committing to assist colleagues (individual and group) Extension extension
about doing research ethically,
in conducting group activities,
and addressing/
troubleshooting concerns

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Course Requirements and Grading System

• FINALS for GMETRES: submission of accomplished research proposal form
• FINALS for Thesis/ Dissertation Seminar: Mock/ real presentation of one’s thesis proposal
• Self-assessment for all : a concise narrative of the (1) new learning gained on research/ what is appreciated
the most, (2) research skills enhanced, and the (3) UA Charisms-based core values developed.

Criteria for Evaluating Proposals

For the actual proposal defense: the proposed study shall be evaluated based on its:
(1) Relevance: alignment to the UA-VMG, institutional research agenda, and trends and issues in the student’s
discipline
(2) Originality: uniqueness, novelty, significant contribution to the existing body of knowledge
(3) Feasibility: adherence to ethical standards; accessibility of data
(4) Researcher’s competence: researcher’s ability to undertake the target method, manage financial implications,
and accomplish objectives of the study as scheduled.

Research Manuscript (50 points)

Criteria Pts.

o Scholarship (30)
• Overall content/ substance is consistent with stated objectives/ problems, and conceptual framework (for quantitative research)
• The background of the study (Introduction) is orderly, clearly narrated and well established, backed up with appropriate and sufficient
related literature adhering to existing standards on citing references
• The significance of the study is clearly defined, reflecting its unique contribution to the existing fund of knowledge in the researcher’s
field of study
• The Method used is described vividly and substantially, where the following components are clearly illustrated: the reason behind the
choice of the method used; why and how the respondents or participants were selected; what instrument was utilized to gather data
including how the instrument was developed or acquired (whichever is applicable); how the data were gathered reflecting the systematic
conduct of the procedure; and, how the data were analyzed and interpreted.
• The Findings/ Results are presented following the sequence of the stated objectives or problems
• The Discussion is presented in coherent form reflecting the implications of the findings or results. Where necessary and appropriate,
related literature is incorporated to substantiate points tackled following standards in citing references.
• Conclusions and recommendations found in the Discussion section are aligned to the objectives and results / findings of the study.
• Entries in the References match those cited within the paper
• Necessary supporting documents are appended.
• Overall, the manuscript is written adhering to ethical principles in research report writing (that is, it is entirely written in harmony with
the basic principles of respect, integrity, and discipline; it is free from plagiarized ideas)

o Overall Clarity and Accuracy of Language Used (10)

• The manuscript manifests overall grammatical soundness
• Content is clearly presented, showing accuracy in the use of language (e.g., words used are appropriate, sentences are clearly
understood, paragraphs are coherent, etc.)

o Organization, Completeness and Adherence to Standard Format (10)

• The manuscript is well-organized following the prescribed format
• All the essential parts of the study are properly sequenced and placed in the manuscript
Total = 50

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(2) Active presence / participation in all class activities

(3) Oral Presentation of Research Proposals and Final Outputs

Oral Presentation (50 pts)

Criteria for Evaluating Oral Presentation (Virtual/ In-Person) Pts.

o Mastery of Content (20)

The candidate manifests mastery of content by:
▪ being concise and spontaneous in presenting the content congruent to the slides/ visuals being shown;
▪ clearly highlighting the most significant aspects of the study;
▪ being able to easily synthesize important ideas when asked to do so;
▪ being able to articulate clear and relevant answers to queries.
o Accuracy of Language (10)
• The candidate is able to clearly communicate content adhering to correct grammar/ basic language requirements.
• He/ she uses appropriate words to clearly, spontaneously, and accurately articulate content.
o Organization and Use of Technology (10)
• He/ she is able to present the content logically, orderly, and smoothly using the technological platform such that the
panel members (and the members of the audience, if any) are able to easily follow through.
• He/ she is able to show competence in using available technology to facilitate the orderly presentation of content
o Observance of Proper Decorum and Ethical Virtual Self-Presentation (10)
• The candidate maintains tact and composure in presenting the content and in articulating standpoints to answer
queries raised (e.g., by maintaining low tone voice even when asserting a standpoint; by avoiding the use of foul or
offensive language in case of a serious exchange of ideas, by keeping his/ her calmness in cases when technological
lapses arise or troubles are being experienced during presentation, etc.).
• He/ she manifests open-mindedness by respecting the ideas of the panel (and of the members of the audience, if any)
even when these are different from his/her stance (for instance, by showing signs of appreciation and acceptance to
suggestions rather than trying to outsmart or reject these, etc.).
• The candidate wears proper attire and grooming, and appropriate virtual self-presentation necessary in respect to
the academic atmosphere.

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