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“Definition of Terms”

Definition of Terms

•an alphabetical list of


important terms, acronyms, or
jargons used in a research
study
TWO TYPES OF DEFINITIONS:
• TECHNICAL DEFINITION
- universal meaning of a term
- definition comes from
different reference materials such as
dictionaries, encyclopedias, books,
journals, or through the web
TWO TYPES OF DEFINITIONS:
• OPERATIONAL DEFINITION
- how the term is applied or used
in the research
- meaning is formulated by the
researchers
- “As used in this study”
GUIDELINES IN DEFINING TERMS:
1. Define only the terms that have
special or unique meanings.
2. What to define:
-Important words in the title
-Technical terms
-Words for treatments and
measurement
GUIDELINES IN DEFINING TERMS:
3. Define terms technically,
operationally, or both.
4. If technical definition is used,
acknowledge the source.
5. If there are uncommon acronyms,
include them, spell, and give meaning.
6. Definition should be short, clear, and
unambiguous
Definition of Terms

The following terms are further defined either operationally or conceptually:

Comprehension. The ability to understand completely and be familiar with a


situation, fact, text, or message. (Cambridge Dictionary, 2019) Technical definition

Comprehension Level. Levels of understanding in reading comprehension: the


literal, inferential, and evaluative. Operational definition

Instructional Leadership. As defined by de Lima (2008), the ability to involve


colleagues collaboratively in mutual learning and development, with the main purpose
of improving teaching and learning. Technical definition
Practice:
Which of the following terms should be
included in the “Definition of Terms?”
❑ distance education
❑ radio-based instruction
❑ instructional materials
❑ students
❑ social media
❑ school
Practice:
Below is a sample of a research title, identify
the terms that should be defined.

Overcoming Isolation in Distance


Learning: Building a Learning
Community through Time and Space
Learning Task 1:

Below is a sample of a research title, identify


the terms that should be defined.

Overcoming Isolation in Distance


Learning: Building a Learning
Community through Time and Space

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