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A. Topic Proposal (Paper)

Follow the template given: ‘Research Topic Template’

Download the template here: Research Topic Template.docx

Final draft of paper MUST be submitted on or before October 15, 2021. Save all your papers in the google folder to be accessed by your Adviser and by your panel members.

Be guided by the Paper rubric provided below.

Excellent (5) | Superior (4) | Good (3) | Fair (2) | Poor (1)
Described indicators were shown exceptionally and were absolutely appropriate in relation to the study. | Described indicators were shown remarkably and were moderately appropriate in relation to the study. | Described indicators were shown noticeably and were somewhat appropriate in relation to the study. | Described indicators were shown vaguely and were slightly appropriate in relation to the study. | Described indicators were shown indefinitely and were hardly appropriate in relation to the study.

PART 1 (Topic and Overall Paper Impression) | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1
1. Grammar and Vocabulary | | | | |
2. Cohesion and Coherence of Literatures | | | | |
3. Clarity and Organization of Content | | | | |
4. General Knowledge in Connection to the Field of Specialization | | | | |
5. Quality and Relevance of Topic | | | | |
PART 2 (Research Gap or Background of the Study) | | | | |
6. Bulk of literatures are enough to create a proper topic foundation and proper citations | | | | |
7. Current body of knowledge are discussed properly | | | | |
8. The study has novelty and is significant for the needs of the current body of knowledge | | | | |
PART 3 (Research Objective) | | | | |
9. The Research Objective or the Research SOP is SMART. | | | | |
10. Quality and Construction of the Research Objectives/ SOP (General and Specific) | | | | |
PART 4 (References) | | | | |
11. Completeness of the cited references. | | | | |
12. Observation of APA 7th edition format. | | | | |
SCORING(to be filled up by the panel ) | | | | |

________________________

Name and Signature; Panel

Number of Marks

Multiplied by the column score | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5
Total Score | | | | |
Sum of Total Scores | =______/60

B. Topic Proposal (Defense)

Everyone is expected to be present and in full corporate attire during the proposal defense which will be on October 18-29, 2021. In case a student will not have internet connection, he/she will join the defense through phone patch.

Only one member per group will present. Choose the best presenter from the group. The other group members will be answering the questions of the panel. The presenter will no longer participate during the question and answer. 50% of the group’s score will be from the presentation and the other 50% will be from the question and answer.

All groups must prepare a PowerPoint presentation with 3 slides only. The powerpoint should contain the main parts of the paper: Title, general and specific objectives OR general and specific statement of the problem. Observe proper guidelines in making a PowerPoint presentation.

Each will group will be given five (5) minutes for the presentation and twenty-five (25) minutes for the question and answer.

The order of presentation will be assigned (or through draw of lots) by the research adviser.

Be guided with the Defense Rubric below.

PART 1 (Group Presentation) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
1. Organization (has clear opening statement; maintains focus throughout; summarizes main points) | | | |
2. Content (demonstrates substance and depth; comprehensive; and shows mastery of the study) | | | |
3. Conclusion (well documented and persuasive conclusion) | | | |
4. Delivery (effective delivery; modulated voice, projects enthusiasm, interest and confidence) | | | |
5. Use of Media (effective powerpoint presentation) | | | |
PART 2 (Question and Answer) | | | |
1. Key Ideas in answering questions | | | |
2. Integration of knowledge | | | |
3. Accuracy of response | | | |
4. Justification | | | |
5. Teamwork | | | |
SCORING(to be filled up by the panel ) | | | |

________________________

Name and Signature; Panel

Number of Marks

Multiplied by the column score | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
Total Score | | | |
Sum of Total Scores | =______/40