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What is one of the most important steps in the research process?
What is one of the most important steps in the research process?
Identifying a research problem
Which of the following is a source for finding research topics?
Which of the following is a source for finding research topics?
Research questions are the same as research topics.
Research questions are the same as research topics.
False
What should a good research topic address?
What should a good research topic address?
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The introduction part of a research is technically the first chapter which includes the background of the study, statement of the ______, and the significance of the study.
The introduction part of a research is technically the first chapter which includes the background of the study, statement of the ______, and the significance of the study.
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What does the background of the study provide?
What does the background of the study provide?
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What can be considered scholarly sources?
What can be considered scholarly sources?
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Study Notes
Identifying a Research Problem
- Identifying a research problem is a crucial step that sets the foundation for the entire research project.
- A well-defined research problem guides the formulation of research questions, literature review, theory selection, and study framework.
- Research problems can arise from a researcher's personal experiences, observations, curiosity, or issues requiring solutions.
- There are distinct differences between a research topic and research questions:
- Research Topic: A general idea, problem, or issue to be investigated. It provides a broad focus for the research.
- Research Questions: Specific questions intended to be answered through research. They direct the focus of the investigation within the broader research topic.
- Research topics can be sourced from:
- Personal Sources: Derived from personal experiences, observations, or values. For example, a researcher's experience with Manila traffic and potential solutions.
- Non-Scholarly Sources: Information gleaned from newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and online sources. These sources provide insights into current events.
- Scholarly Sources: Reputable sources that undergo rigorous peer review. Examples include journals, books, research papers, feasibility studies, and case studies written by experts.
- A good research topic should address a real-world need, offer new understanding, and explore possible causes and effects of the phenomenon being studied.
Introduction and Background of the Study
- Every research project begins with an introduction chapter that provides an overview of the study.
- The introduction aims to capture the reader's attention and introduce the research problem.
- The introduction typically includes:
- Background of the Study: Sets the context and explains the circumstances surrounding the research topic. It communicates the researcher's interest in the topic.
- Statement of the Problem and Research Questions: Clearly defines the research problem and outlines the specific questions that the study aims to answer.
- Significance of the Study: Explains the importance and relevance of the research, highlighting its potential benefits and contributions to the field.
- Scope and Delimitation: Defines the boundaries of the study, specifying the specific population, timeframe, geographical area, and variables included or excluded.
- The hypothesis should also be included in the introduction section.
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This quiz focuses on the essential steps in identifying a research problem, which is crucial for a successful research project. Explore distinctions between research topics and questions while learning how to derive meaningful research problems from personal experiences and observations.
