Research Title
Before we proceed, I'd like you to be oriented on the objectives we need to achieve.
Objectives:
- Discuss the underlying concepts of research title.
-Write a research title
You need to understand the following concepts:
|
Research Title |
Is the first thing that is read on a research
paper that outlines the purpose of the research, the methods used and the overall tone of the paper. |
|
Working Research Title |
Contains few possible words that could
not
adequately describe the contents of your research paper |
The Research Title:
summarizes the main idea/s of your study
it is the part of the paper that is read the most and is usually read first
captures reader’s attention and draws his attention at the research problem being
investigated
differentiates the paper from other papers of the same subject area
Predicts content
Contains keywords that will make it easy to access by a computer search
Here are basic reminders to keep in mind while writing a research title:
1. Keep it simple, brief, and attractive. The primary function of a title is to provide a
precise summary of the paper’s content. So, keep the title brief and clear. Moreover, a good tile for a research is typically around 10-15 substantive words long. A lengthy title may seem unfocused and take the reader’s attention away from an important point.
Avoid: Drug X
has an effect of muscular contraction for an hour in snails
Better: Drug X
induces muscular contraction in snails
2.
Use
appropriate descriptive words. A good research title should contain key
words
used in the manuscript and should define the nature of the study. Think about terms
people would use to search for the study and include them in the title.
Avoid: Effects of Drug A on schizophrenia patients
Better: Psychosocial effects of Drug A
on
schizophrenia patients
3.
Avoid abbreviations and jargon. Known abbreviations such as AIDS, HIV, and so on can be used in the title. However, lesser-known or specific abbreviations and jargon that would not be immediately familiar to the readers should be left out.
Avoid:
MMP
expression profiles
cannot distinguish between normal and
early osteoarthritic synovial fluid
Better: Matrix metalloproteinase protein expression
profiles cannot
distinguish
between normal and early osteoarthritic synovial fluid
4. It
is
a good idea to create a ‘working’ research title first. This title helps focus the
research and writing but can be
changed if needed. The final title should be a phrase
or a question that indicates the subject and scope of the research while generating the reader’s interest and enthusiasm for the topic.
Avoid:
MMP
expression profiles
cannot distinguish between normal and
early osteoarthritic synovial fluid
Better: Matrix metalloproteinase protein expression
profiles cannot
distinguish
between normal and early osteoarthritic synovial fluid
HOW TO
WRITE A RESEARCH
TITLE
Ask yourself these questions and make note of the answers:
1. What is my paper about?
2. What techniques/designs will be used?
3. Who/What will be studied?
4. Where is the setting of the study?
5. When is the period or duration of the study?
Step Two
Use your answers to list key words.
Step Three
Create a sentence that indicates the key words you listed.
Step Four
Delete all unnecessary/repetitive words and link the remaining.
Step Five
Delete non-essential information and reword the title.
Let us take this sample title:
A Phenomenological Study on
the Behavior of Senior High School Students with Absentee Parents of Tabaco National High
School in
the
School Year 2017-2018
This time, you go back to your research topic and craft your own research title. Good luck!
Prieto, N. G., Naval, V. C., & Carey, T. G. (2017). Practical Research for Senior High School (1st ed.). Lorimar Publishing Inc.
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