FROM PROBLEM STATEMENT TO RESEARCH QUESTIONS

FROM PROBLEM STATEMENT TO

RESEARCH QUESTIONS

Objectives

? Understand and develop all of the

Chapter 1: Introduction sections.

? Develop and articulate research questions

that are related to the purpose of the

study.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Statement of the Problem

This should include (a) a clear statement that the problem exists, (b)

evidence that supports the existence of the problem, (c) evidence of an

existing trend that has led to the problem, (d) definitions of major

concepts and terms (this can be provided below in a subsection), (e) a

clear description of the setting, (f) probable causes related to the

problem, and (g) a specific and feasible statement.

The Topic

This is a brief description of the proposed area of study. Include at least

two sentences.

The Research Problem

This is an area of conflict, concern, or controversy (a gap between what is

wanted and what is observed). Include the most relevant reference that

supports the claim.

Chapter 1: Introduction (cont.)

Background and Justification

The evidence and relevance from the literature and published or archival

data showing the problem exists. Include at least two references. You

should also have a theoretical basis for the study.

Deficiencies in the Evidence

Include a brief discussion that details the area of need (in relation to the

problem) and the deficiency or lack of evidence in the literature.

Audience

Discuss who is affected and who benefits.

Definition of Terms

Provide complete scientific definitions and appropriate references if

necessary. Include as many terms or variables as needed.

Purpose of the Study

Create a sentence that begins with ¡°The purpose of this study is . . .¡±

Clearly identify and define the central concepts or ideas of the study.

Example of the Flow of Ideas in the

Problem Statement

Flow of Ideas

Topic

Subject

area

Research

Problem

?Concern or issue

?A problem

?Something that

needs a solution

Justification

for Research

Problem

Deficiencies in

the Evidence

Relating the

Discussion

to Audiences

?Evidence from the ?In this body of

?How will addressing

literature

evidence what is what we need to know

?Evidence from

missing or what

help researchers,

practical experience do we need to

educators, policy

know more about? makers, and other

individuals?

An Example

Ethical

issues

in

colleges

?Gap in the literature

Ethical

?Reports of violations

violations

among football

recruiters

Description

identifying and

characterizing

violations

?Assessing violations

?Helps recruiters develop

better ethical standards

?Helps athletes

understand ethical issues

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