Research Manuscript Outline and Proposal Structure

Vocabulary terms and structural components of a research manuscript outline and sample computer studies proposal.

Chapter 1: Introduction

The opening chapter of the research manuscript, containing the Rationale of the Study, Statement of the Problem, Scope and Limitations of the Study, Significance of the Study, and Definition of Terms.

Statement of the Problem

A core section under Chapter 1 that encompasses the Objectives of the study, Research Questions, and Hypotheses.

Chapter II: Review of Related Literature and Studies

The chapter dedicated to examining context and background, including Theoretical Background (optional), Related Literatures, Related Studies, Comparative Matrix/Competitors' Analysis, Research Gap, Conceptual Framework, and Legal Bases (optional).

Comparative Matrix/Competitors' Analysis

A section in Chapter II used to compare existing literature, related studies, or competing systems and solutions.

Research Gap

A component of Chapter II identifying unaddressed areas, limitations, or missing information in existing literature and studies.

Chapter III: Design and Methodology

The methodology chapter consisting of Research Design, Method, Flow of the Study, Research Environment, Respondents, Research Instrument, Research Procedure, Data Gathering, Treatment of Data, Ethical Considerations, and Software Engineering Methodology.

Software Engineering Methodology

A specific section included under Chapter III: Design and Methodology that is designated as optional for CS students.

Ethical Considerations

A section in Chapter III detailing the ethical standards and protocols followed during the conduct of the research.

Chapter IV: Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data

The fourth chapter of the manuscript, specifically covering Survey Results and Discussion.

Chapter V: Conclusion and Recommendation

The final numbered chapter of the research manuscript outlining the study's conclusions and subsequent recommendations.

Waiver to Conduct Study Outside Campus

An appendix document required if the research study is being conducted outside the school campus.

Appendices

Supplementary materials at the end of the manuscript that include the Transmittal Letter, Waiver to Conduct Study Outside Campus, and Survey Questionnaires.

CODE CAT: AN EDUCATIONAL PUZZLE GAME FOR LEARNING PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS

The sample research proposal title submitted to the Faculty of the College of Computer Studies, University of Cebu.

Christian C. Barral, MIT

The adviser listed on the sample research proposal for Code Cat at the University of Cebu.