TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH PROPOSAL FORMAT

Chapter I
Introduction

Background of the Study

Generally, the introduction begins with a broader viewpoint of the

problem and becomes narrower as the introduction proceeds. The
introduction narrows the focus of the study and provides a brief rationale for
why the particular study is worth pursuing. This also includes the arguments
and citation of related literature and studies. It should express the motivation
of the researchers in conducting the study and provide crisp and easy to read
content.
This section states the origin of the problem and describes the circumstances
which suggested the research. It also includes the main reasons for the
conduct of the study. Once the main topic is identified, discussion on the
specific topic follows. The researchers should support the main problem with
evidences that the problem really exists and present the causes and effects
of the said problem. At the end, a brief statement of a solution is presented
to solve the problem with its corresponding strategy.
Objectives of the Study
This is composed of the General Objective and Specific Objectives. The
general objective captures the title which is the subject matter of the study.
It must be in response to solve the main problem presented. Though it is
broad enough to include all aspects of the subject matter to be studied, it
must be brief and concise as possible. On the other hand, the specific
objectives must be clear, accurate, and expected results are verifiable.

Scope and Limitations of the study

The scope of the study should be stated specifically. It usually contains the
answers to five Ws and one H. It includes what the study is all about, where
and when the study is to be conducted and who the subjects are or for whom
the study is being made. Also included is a brief statement of the reason why
the study is conducted and how it will be resolved. The limitations, on the
other hand, are the factors which set boundaries or areas covered in the
study.

Significance of the Study

This part discusses the value and contributions of study not only to the
researchers but also to other stakeholders.
 Chapter II
Review of Related Literature and Studies

The Review of Related Literature includes research findings, published or

unpublished theories and principles formulated by experts or authorities in
some field or discipline; and ideas or opinions of experts contained in books,
pamphlets, magazines and periodicals. It should be written in terms of the
purpose of the study. It should give more weight to studies considered more
authoritative as evaluated and should give reference to primary rather that
secondary sources. It should be organized thematically to conform with the
specific problems

Review of Related Studies

Only studies, which are related in purpose, method, or findings to the current
study, should be included in the review. The discussion of such studies should
be in the form of a brief analysis of the purposes, method of the study.
principal findings and conclusions. It should be synthesized such that evidence
from all the studies reviewed would get an overall understanding of the state
of knowledge in the problem area.
The sources of related literature and studies may include the following:

1. Book, almanacs, encyclopedias, and other similar references.

2. Articles published in journals, magazines, periodicals, newspapers, and
publications.
3. Manuscripts, monographs, memoirs, speeches, letters, and diaries.
4. Unpublished theses and dissertations.
5. Bulletins, circulars, and orders emanating from government offices and
departments, especially from the Office of the President of the Philippines.
6. Records from schools, public and private, especially reports of their
activities.
7. Official reports of all kinds, educational, social, economic, scientific,
technological, political, etc. from the government and other entities.

Components of the Project/System

This section enumerates the hardware and software components of the
project or system.

Evaluation Schemes
The researchers must identify several evaluation instruments which are
appropriate for evaluating the performance of the developed prototype or
system. Examples of these instruments are ISO 9126 Model, FURPS Model,
and the like.

Conceptual Model of the Study

The researchers can formulate a tentative theoretical framework from the

review of related literature and studies. In developmental research, this is
usually represented in a diagram using the Input-Process-Output (IPO) model.
The input block consists of the Knowledge Requirements, Software
Requirements and/or Hardware Requirements. The Process block presents
the activities involved in the Design, Development and Implementation
stages, including the Evaluation stage. With the Input and Process
Requirements laid out, the expected Output becomes achievable
Definition of Terms
This part provides the conceptual and operational definition of important
terms used in the study. It includes only the terms, words or phrases, which
have special or unique meanings in the study. Conceptual definition means
that the terms are defined based on books. On the other hand, Operational
definition means how the terms are used in the study. The definitions
should be as brief, clear and unequivocal as possible.
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Research Methodology

Project Design
This shows the sketch of the prototype, block diagram, system/program
flowchart, system architecture, use case diagram and/or context diagram.
Whenever necessary, the schematic diagram and/or dataflow diagrams are
also included. These diagrams are provided with corresponding details and
discussions that will aid in the development of the project/system.

Project Development
This part covers the fabrication procedure of the different components
involved in the project. The fabrication and assembly of each section is
presented one by one with all the corresponding set of activities together
with the required drawings and dimensions.
In the case of software development, enumerate the corresponding set of
activities to be undertaken. Include the software development model used
with detailed discussions.

Operation and Testing Procedures

This shows the steps to be followed in the operation of the project and the
tests required to make sure that the project performs according to specified
requirements.
Operation Procedures
This refers to the step-by-step instructions to be followed on how the project
operates. The procedures stated here will serve as an aid to better
understand how the project works.

Testing Procedures
Once completed, the developed prototype/system will undergo series of tests
to make sure that it performs according to specified requirements. The types
of tests conducted in this phase include functionality test, accuracy test,
reliability test, etc. The steps to be followed in conducting the
aforementioned tests will also be specified.

Evaluation Procedure
This is a brief statement on the method of evaluation to be conducted. It
Includes project demonstration and final evaluation.

Project Demonstration
The developed prototype/system will be evaluated by the respondents which
include technical experts and possible end-users. The qualifications and the
required number of evaluators are also presented here.
Final Evaluation
An evaluation instrument is used to determine the acceptability of the
respondents on the performance and capability of the developed prototype/
system. The evaluation instrument used is indicated here. A sample
evaluation instrument is provided in the Appendix.