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Research Problem Formulation Quiz

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State the research problem underlying the selected research topic

How large or widespread is the problem. Who is affected. How severe is the problem.

Identify important factors to be considered in selecting a research topic

Interest, background and qualification of the researcher

Justify the significance of the research topic and objectives selected

Is the topic covered by the current scientific or intellectual interest of the academic or health community

Is my topic in line with the priority areas of the funding agency to whom my proposal will be submitted

Priority areas of the funding agency Signup and view all the answers

Formulate measurable general and specific objectives

Measurable general and specific objectives Signup and view all the answers

What are the four learning objectives for defining the research problem in Module 2?

The four learning objectives are: 1. Identify important factors to be considered in selecting a research topic; 2. State the research problem underlying the selected research topic; 3. Formulate measurable general and specific objectives; and 4. Justify the significance of the research topic and objectives selected. Signup and view all the answers

What are some commonly used criteria for selecting a research topic?

Some commonly used criteria for selecting a research topic are: a. Interest, background and qualification of the researcher; b. Relevance including the size, severity, and affected population of the problem; and c. Alignment with the priority areas of the funding agency. Signup and view all the answers

What is NUHRA and RUHRA?

NUHRA stands for the National Unified Health Research Agenda, and RUHRA stands for the Regional Unified Health Research Agenda. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the considerations when selecting a research topic related to the funding agency?

One consideration is whether the topic is part of the priority areas of the funding agency to whom the proposal will be submitted. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of ensuring that a research topic is in line with the priority areas of the funding agency?

Aligning the research topic with the priority areas of the funding agency increases the likelihood of receiving funding for the research project. Signup and view all the answers

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Selecting a Research Topic

Important factors to consider when selecting a research topic include:
- Interest, background, and qualification of the researcher
- Relevance of the topic
Relevance is determined by:
- How large or widespread the problem is
- Who is affected by the problem
- How severe the problem is
Consideration should also be given to whether the topic is:
- Covered by the current scientific or intellectual interest of the academic or health community
- Part of the priority areas of the funding agency to whom the proposal will be submitted
- Part of the NUHRA or RUHRA if the funding agency is PCHRD

Learning Objectives

By the end of the session, learners should be able to:
- Identify important factors to consider in selecting a research topic
- State the research problem underlying the selected research topic
- Formulate measurable general and specific objectives
- Justify the significance of the research topic and objectives selected

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Test your knowledge on defining research problems with this quiz. Explore important factors for selecting a research topic, identifying research problems, formulating objectives, and justifying the significance of a research topic.