SCOPE AND DELIMITATION

OF THE STUDY

P R E S E N T E D B Y: G R O U P 4
PRACTICAL RESEARCH
TEACHER: MRS. LEONIDA CASUCO
INDICATING SCOPE AND
DELIMITATION OF THE STUDY
I. Scope and Delimitation of the Study
The scope of the study refers to the parameters under which the study will be operating
-- what the study covers -- and is closely connected to the framing of the problem (Simon
& Goes 2013,). It is the problem that you seek to resolve that will fit within certain
parameters. It describes where and when the study is conducted and who the subjects are
or the population included, and it also deals with the extent of the study to be made. In
short, scope means all those things that will be covered in your research project.
It is very important that the scope of the study must be defined at a preliminary stage. It
cannot be done in the later phase of doing the research as it creates a lot of uncertainty
about the research goals (PhDStudent 2020). It is clear that the research would eventually
not meet the expectations set by the research committee if the researcher fails to define
the scope at the initial stage itself.
Limitations are constraints that are largely beyond the control of the researcher but could affect the
study outcome (simon & goes 2013, 2). It often flows from methodology and study design choices
in which each different option in methodology and design has particular limitations

All studies have limitations that might influence the end results and conclusions of the study
(Sacred Heart University Library 2020). Some of the examples of limitations are sample bias,
insufficient sample size, lack of prior research studies on the topic, limited access to data, time
constraints, cultural and other types of bias (Sacred Heart University Library 2020).
Delimitations are those characteristics that arise from limitations in the scope of
the study (defining the boundaries) and by conscious exclusionary and
inclusionary decisions made during the development of the study plan (Simon &
Goes 2013, 4).

Delimitations result from the specific choices made by the researcher which
should be mentioned in the study like the objectives and the questions, variables
of interest, theoretical perspectives that were adopted, the paradigm, the
theoretical framework, and the population you are not studying (and why not),
etc.
You may use the following phrases when writing the scope and delimitation of the
study (Barrot 2017,36):

• This study covers…

• This study focuses on… Scope
• The coverage of this study…
• This study consists of…

• This study does not cover the…

• This study is limited to… Delimitation
• The researcher limited this
study to…
 LIMITATIONS VS.
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DELIMITATIONS
Limitations Delimitations

• Shortcomings, conditions or • It is the boundaries that the

influence or elements that cannot researcher has set for the study;
be controlled by the researcher but • arising from what the researcher’s
it could affect the end results of the wants to exclude;
study; • the researcher has the control of
• the researcher has no control; • the limit;
what you cannot do in your study. • what you will not do in your study

Key word: weakness Key word: boundary

II. Components in Developing the Scope and Delimitation

The scope and delimitation describe the parameters to which the study is set (Barrot
2017, 36). It is the two important elements in research that inform the readers what
information should be included and why it should be included in the study.

The components of the scope and delimitation answer the basic questions (Wh-
questions) includes (but not limited to) the following items (Barrot 2017, 36;
Faltado III et al, 21):
Figure 1. Components of the Scope and Delimitation of the Study
1. What—The topic of investigation and the variables included
Example: banks profitability and its performance

2. Where—The locale, venue or settings of the research

Example: Philippines

3. When— The time frame in which the study will be conducted

Example: First Semester, School Year 2019-2020

4. Why— The general objectives of the study

Example: To determine the determinants of the

profitability of banks in relation to bank performance

5. Who—The subject of the study, characteristics of the participants in the study

(age, sex, education, economic status, civil status, and other traits), the population
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Example: 21 Universal and 22 commercial banks in the Philippines

6. How—The methodology of the research which may include the research

design, data gathering technique, sampling procedures, and data analysis scheme

Example: A secondary data (such as financial statements) that will be gathered

through a Bankscope database maintained by Bureau van Dijk's company.

It is important to note that the scope and delimitation of the study must not be set merely for the
sake of writing them. Make sure that there are reasons for the inclusion and exclusion of some
variables and these reasons vary depending on the nature of the study (Barrot 2017, 36). Some of
the examples are delimiting the participants because large population and inability to access the
participants. Another example is limiting your objectives because you will not be able to accomplish
it due to limited resources or maybe due to time constraints.
Example of Scope and Delimitation: Let us use the different examples in the
components of scope and delimitation to create a sample scope and delimitation of
the study.

Determinants of Banks Profitability and its Performance

 Scope and Delimitations Examples
Example 1
This dissertation examined the relationships among personality traits, motivation for play, and Internet
gaming disorder in a diverse sample of Internet gamers, using a group correlational design and path
analysis. The researcher sampled participants who self-identify as Internet gamers by posting
invitations to participate in the study on Internet forums, as well as by accessing the gaming population
at Pokémon Go hotspots. The study used valid and reliable instruments: The Ten-Item Internet Gaming
Disorder Test (IGD-10), the abbreviated form of the Big Five Inventory (BFI-10), and the Motivation
to Play Online Games Questionnaire (MPOGQ). Data analysis included descriptive statistics related to
population demographics and prevalence rates, and multiple regression based on proposed causal
relationships in a path analysis model. Prevalence analysis indicated that 4.2% of the population
sampled met IGD criteria, with higher prevalence rates among males, students, and people under age
30, indicating potential risk factors for IGD. Findings showed that significant predictors of IGD
amongst the variables in the model include male gender, neurotic and introverted personality traits, and
motivation related to achievement, socialization, and immersion. A critical analysis of frequency of
IGD criteria in the DSM-5 provided further implications for screening and assessment, with specific
implications for female and non-White gamers. Limitations related to self-report data and
generalizability, as well as recommendations for future research, are discussed. View at
search.proquest.com [PDF] odu.edu Cited by 9 Related articles All 4 versions.
Identifying the barriers to games and simulations in education: Creating a valid and reliable survey
Lenora Jean Justice, Albert D Ritzhaupt Journal of Educational Technology Systems 44 (1), 86-
125, 2015 The purpose of this study was to create a valid and reliable instrument to measure
teacher perceived barriers to the adoption of games and simulations in education. Previous
research, interviews with educators, a focus group, a think-aloud protocol, and an expert review
were used to design a survey instrument. After finalization, the survey was made available for trial
on the Internet for a group of educators (N = 255). A portion of the survey required respondents to
rate to what degree 32 potential barriers were perceived as an impediment to the adoption of games
and simulations. Some of the highest rated barriers included cost of equipment, lack of time to plan
and implement, inability to try before purchasing, lack of balance between entertainment and
education, lack of available lesson plans/examples, lack of alignment to state
standards/standardized testing, inability to customize a game/simulation, and inability to track
student progress within the game/simulation. An exploratory factor analysis identified seven factors
that accounted for 67% of the variability in the respondents’ rankings. Several factors were found
to have significant interactions with other questions on the survey. Implications of these results, as
well as suggestions for future research, are discussed.
Example 2
Sentiment analysis on synchronous online delivery of instruction due to extreme community quarantine
in the Philippines caused by COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID19 Pandemic, as declared by the World Health Organization, disrupts classes around the globe
that include the Philippines. Students and teachers are facing challenges in instructional delivery due to
unprepared situations caused by the decision of the government for community quarantine. This study
aims to reveal the sentiment of the students in the view of synchronous online delivery of instruction
due to extreme community quarantine caused by COVID-19 Pandemic. Students in the College of
Business and Public Administration (CBPA) of Pangasinan State University, Lingayen Campus are the
respondents of the study. All Students are invited to answer an open-ended question on the possible
problems that they may encounter in synchronous online delivery of instruction. The majority of the
respondents have forecasted that they might face issues, and the majority of the respondents are
worried about internet connectivity in the area. This study concludes that the majority of the students
are not yet ready in a synchronous mode of delivery, and it is recommended that institutions in the
Philippines may provide an additional way of instructional delivery to maintain academic excellence in
challenging times.
The impact of social media on academic performance of selected college students Gilbert M Talaue, Ali
AlSaad, Naif AlRushaidan, Alwaleed AlHugail, Saad AlFahhad International Journal of Advanced
Information Technology 8 (4/5), 27-35, 2018 The purpose of this article is to assess the impact of social
media on academic performance of selected college students. In this article, the authors raise the actual
impact of daily communication of youth in social media.
Descriptive research design was utilized to gain accurate profile of situation. Sixty (60) Business
Administration and respondentsManagement Information System students who are actively using
social media are the of the study. It was conducted during the summer semester of academic year 2017-
2018. Summing-up, social networks becomes an integral part of the students’ full life, took up most of
their free time. Undoubtedly, in social networks, there are also things useful for the development of the
students. In addition, communication with peers through social networks can help a student socialize,
find new friends, discuss with them issues related to studies. Thus, it can be concluded that social
media have a dual impact on student achievement, and it is necessary to approach adolescents' use of
social networks with ultimate responsibility.

THE END!!!!
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4 Joana Elveña
LEADER:

Members
Kurt Moises Advincula
Mariyah Janna Paula Estrella
John Michael Nacianceno
Russia Marie Siervo
Khervie Reyes
Rechel Ann Cerdeña
Bruce Wilson Saplala
Emmanuel Dela Peña

Teacher: Mrs. Leonida Casuco