Guidelines for Research Problem: Focus Identification, Definition, and Refinement, Summaries of Law

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GUIDELINES IN

FORMULATING

THE GENERAL

PROBLEM

Marianne Kim Vanessa G. Calo PRESENTED BY

1 Identify the Research Area 2 Review Literature and Theories 3 Narrow the Scope 4 Define the Problem Clearly 5 Highlight Significance

GUIDELINES

TO

CONSIDER:

Clearly define the broad area of study within which the research problem lies. This provides context and helps establish the relevance of the problem.

IDENTIFYING THE

RESEARCH AREA

REVIEW LITERATURE AND

THEORIES

Conduct a thorough review of relevant literature and existing theories related to the research area. This helps identify knowledge gaps and establish the need for further investigation.

DEFINE THE PROBLEM

CLEARLY

Clearly define the research problem in a concise and declarative statement. This statement should identify the key variables, relationships, and context of the problem.

HIGHLIGHT SIGNIFICANCE

Explain the significance of the research problem by addressing its relevance to existing theories, practical applications, and potential contributions to the field of study.

USE CLEAR LANGUAGE

Use clear, concise, and unambiguous language to present the problem. Avoid jargon and technical terms that may not be understood by a general audience.

STRUCTURE THE

PRESENTATION

Organize the problem presentation in a logical and structured manner. This could involve dividing the presentation into sections such as background, problem statement, significance, and feasibility.

ANTICIPATE QUESTIONS

Anticipate potential questions that audience members may have about the research problem and prepare thoughtful responses.

GUIDELINES

FOR

FORMULATING

THE SPECIFIC

SUBPROBLEMS

OR SPECIFIC

QUESTIONS

6 Open-Ended and Provocative 7 Consider Different Perspectives 8 Use Clear Language 9 Structure the Presentation 10 Revise and Refine

GUIDELINES

TO

CONSIDER:

Ensure that each specific subproblem or question directly relates to the overarching research problem. Avoid introducing new concepts or deviating from the central theme of the research.

ALIGN WITH THE

GENERAL

PROBLEM

INTERCONNECTEDNESS

The specific subproblems or questions should be interconnected, forming a logical progression that leads to a comprehensive understanding of the research problem.

RESEARCHABILITY

Consider the feasibility of researching each specific subproblem or question. This involves assessing the availability of data, methods, and resources required to address each question.