Contemporary Research Analysis Journal

This study examined the attitudes toward research of students enrolled in the College of Teacher Education at the Lyceum of Aparri, Philippines. Specifically, it described students’ attitudes toward research and determined whether significant differences existed when respondents were grouped according to sex, age, and academic year level. A descriptive-comparative research design was employed, involving 37 college students. Data were gathered using a structured questionnaire and analyzed through frequency counts, percentages, weighted means, an independent-samples t-test, and analysis of variance (ANOVA). The findings revealed that students generally held very favorable attitudes toward research, with an overall weighted mean of 4.44. Research skills were perceived as helpful for future professional practice (M = 4.89), while research was regarded as an indispensable component of professional training (M = 4.86) and useful for future careers (M = 4.84). Students also recognized the connection between research and their field of study (M = 4.78). These results indicate that respondents understood the relevance of research to their academic and professional development. Furthermore, no statistically significant differences were found in students’ attitudes when grouped according to sex (p = 0.9893), age (p = 0.6004), and academic year level (p = 0.9129), using the .05 significance level. The findings highlight the importance of sustaining students’ positive perceptions of research while providing learning experiences that strengthen their research competence and confidence. Teacher education institutions may enhance research instruction through guided research activities, faculty mentoring, and opportunities for practical application. These efforts may help students translate their appreciation of research into meaningful engagement with evidence-informed professional practice.

attitudes toward research, teacher education, college students, research education, higher education

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