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Chapter 2: Identifying a research problem, Using Quantitative research vs…
Chapter 2: Identifying a research problem
Define the problem and explain its importance
Problem, issue, concern that is presented and justified in a study
"Statement of problem"
in report
Single or several sentences
Distinguish btw
research problem
from topic, purpose statement & research questions
General issue/concern/controversy in research that narrows the topic
Topic
Research problem
Purpose statement
Research Questions
Decide if problem can and should be researched
Before designing and writing
Must have access to people and site
Must have time, resources and skills
Study must contribute knowledge & practice
Gap in literature
replicates but diff participants/site
extends past research or examines more thoroughly
gives voice to silenced/rejected people
informs practice
match btw problem and approach chosen (quant vs qualt)
Useful strategies
Use template
Use citations in literature
Include references to statistical info in qualitative
Include quotes from quantitative
Statement of the problem section
1- Topic
Incl need for research
Provocative question
Incl statistical data
Narrative hook - generates interest
intent of the study
2- Research problem
Research based
Practical
3- Justification based on research & practice
Based on literature/ other experts/researchers
Based on workplace/personal experience
4- Deficiencies & shortcomings in existing knowledge
5- Audience will benefit
Assesses impact of variables on outcome - cause & effect
Apply results to large number of ppl
Measures variables
Tests theories to broad explanations
Using Quantitative research vs Qualitative research
Qualitative - Exploration
Generate theories based on participant perspectives
Learn about individual views
Need detailed info about a few ppl/sites
Assess process over time
Quanititaive -Explanation