GOOD
MORNING!
Eravila M. Carvajal
I Know What
You’re Talking
About!
Activity Mechanics
The teacher will show definitions of a
random things and the students will
guess what is being defined.
Whoever students got the correct
answer will receive a coupon.
It is a container made of flexible
material, such as fabric, plastic,
or leather, used for carrying or
storing things.
BAG
It is a medium of exchange,
such as coins or banknotes
used to purchase goods and
services.
MON
EY
An institution where children
go to learn where they can
develop various skills and
knowledge.
SCHOO
L
It is a substance that is eaten
to sustain life, provide energy,
and support growth.
FOOD
It is a thin and flexible material
made from processed plant
fibers, used for writing, printing,
packaging, and other purposes.
PAPER
GUESS WHAT?
Research
Technology
Government
Cultu
re
Globalization
Technical
and
Operation
al
Definition
Definition of Terms
- An alphabetical list of
important terms, acronyms,
or jargons used in the
research study.
Dictionary Field of
meaning: A engineering Field of
manner by meaning:
linguistic
which Configuration
meaning:
something of steel beams Arrangeme
is built or that serves as
nt of words.
organized. foundation to a
building.
Technical Definition
(conceptual/ theoretical definition)
Refers to the universal meaning of the term.
It is a definition that comes from different
reference materials such as dictionaries,
encyclopedias, books, journals, and even
website.
Operational Definition
How the term is applied or used in
the research.
Refers to the specific definition of
a concept in a research study.
The researcher is the one who
formulates the meaning of the term
which is objectively anchored on the
technical definition.
The researcher commonly uses the
phrase “As used in this study” when
introducing an operational definition.
Operational definition: A definition
that works for most practical
purposes.
Technical Definition: A correct and
proper definition that is grammatically
correct and sensible.
Guidelines in defining terms:
1. Only terms, words, or phrases that have special
or unique meanings in the study are defined.
2. What to define?
Important words in the title (such as the
variables)
Technical terms used in the research paper
Words for treatment or measurement (data
analysis terms, etc.)
3. Define terms technically, operationally,
or both.
4. If the terms are from dictionaries, books,
encyclopedia, other publications, and even
websites (technical definition),
acknowledge the source.
5. If there are uncommon
acronyms, include them; spell them
out and give the meaning.
6. Definitions should be short,
clear, and unambiguous.
Distance education
Radio-based instruction
Student
Instructional materials
School
Social media
Distance education
Radio-based instruction
Student
Instructional materials
School
Social media
Sample Research
Title
Overcoming Isolation in Distance Learning:
Building a Learning Community through Time
and Space
Sample Research
Title
Overcoming Isolation in Distance Learning:
Building a Learning Community through Time
and Space
REVIEW
Activity Mechanics:
The teacher will play a song while the
student holding the dice must pass it to the
next classmate.
When the music stops, the student holding it
must throw or roll the dice to get a number.
The number obtained has a corresponding
question that must be answered.
•
What is a technical definition,
and why is it important in
research?
•• What is an operational
definition, and how is it used in
research?
•••
Develop an operational
definition for the term
“Comelec”.
••••
Discuss the importance of clear technical
and operational definitions in ensuring the
accuracy and generalizability of research
results.
•••••
Examine the relationship
between technical and
operational definitions in a
research study.
••••••
What potential biases or limitations
might arise from a researcher’s
technical or operational definitions, and
how could these be addressed?
Operational
Definition
Workshop
Mechanic:
In this activity, you will be group into 3
and I will assign each group a technical
term and you will create an operational
definition and present it to the class.
Group 1 Group 2
Data Prediction
Population Survey
Observation Measurement
Evidence Test
Group 3
Trend
Experiment
Conclusion
Error
Criteria 5 3 1
Presentation Presentation is Some terms are Definitions are
clearly not clearly ambiguous and
understood and defined/ most members
group members presented and did not make an
made an effort. some members effort.
did not make an
effort.
Completeness All terms are Only 4 terms are Only 1 term is
completely defined. defined.
defined.
Timeliness Finish the work Finish the work Finish the work 1
before the allotted on time. min. after the
time. allotted time.
Test I. Multiple Choice
1. What is technical definition?
a. A detailed explanation of how to measure a concept
b. A precise explanation of a term or concept
c. A summary of research findings
d. A list of variables in a study
[Link] of the following is an example of a technical definition?
e. IQ is measured by a standardized test
f. IQ is a measure of intelligence
g. IQ is calculated by dividing mental age by chronological age
h. IQ is a score obtained from a psychological test
3. What is the main purpose of a technical definition?
a. To explain how to measure a concept
b. To provide a detailed description of a concept
c. To establish a common understanding of a term or
concept
d. To summarize research findings
4. Which of the following is an operational definition?
e. Happiness is a positive operational state
f. Happiness is measured by a self-report questionnaire
g. Happiness is a psychological construct
h. Happiness is a feeling of joy
5. What is the main purpose of an operational definition?
a. To establish a common understanding of a term or
concept
b. To explain how to measure a concept
c. To provide a detailed description of a concept
d. To summarize research finding
6. Which of the following is a characteristic of an
operational definition?
e. It is a precise explanation of a term or concept
f. It explains how to measure a concept
g. It provides a detailed description of a concept
h. It summarizes research finding
7. What is the relationship between technical and operational
definitions?
a. Technical definitions explain how to measure a concept, while
operational definitions provide a detailed description of a concept
b. Technical definitions provide a detailed description of a concept,
while operational definitions explain how to measure a concept
c. Technical definitions establish a common understanding of a term or
concept, while operational definitions explain how to measure a
concept
d. Technical definitions summarize research findings, while operational
definitions provide a detailed description of a concept
8. Why are clear technical and operational definitions important
in research?
a. To establish a common understanding of terms and concepts
b. To explain how to measure concepts
c. To provide a detailed description of concepts
d. To summarize research findings
9. What is the consequence of using unclear or inaccurate
technical and operational definitions in research?
e. It may lead to inaccurate or unreliable results
f. It may lead to a lack of generalizability
g. It may lead to a lack of validity
h. All of the above
10. How can researcher ensure that their
technical and operational definitions are
clear and accurate?
a. By using multiple sources to develop
definitions
b. By pilot-testing definitions
c. By considering alternative perspectives
and definitions
d. All of the above
Assignment
Direction: Construct sentences using the words below into
Technical and Operational Term.
1. BANK
● (Technical)________________________________
● (Operational)______________________________
2. ROCK
● (Technical)_______________________________
● (Operational)_____________________________
3. SHOP
● (Technical)_______________________________
● (Operational)_____________________________
4. COMPUTER
● (Technical)_______________________________
● (Operational)_____________________________
5. STOCK
● (Technical)______________________________
● (Operational)_____________________________
Thank you and
good day!
