Strategies for Writing a Research Problem Statement
This video explores the importance of identifying and writing a research problem, using an example of low student enrollment in online classes at a community college. It discusses strategies for writing a problem statement and justifying the problem.
00:00:00 This video discusses the importance of identifying a research problem, distinguishing it from other parts of the research process, and strategies for writing a statement of the problem section.
🔍 Identifying a research problem is crucial as it serves as the starting point for any study.
📚 The research problem can be an educational issue, controversy, or concern that guides the need for conducting a study.
🌟 The research problem is essential in determining the issue or problem to be addressed and the controversy that leads to the need for a study.
00:02:30 In this video, the speaker discusses the importance of a research problem and distinguishes it from other parts of a study. They use the example of a topic on distance learning and the research problem of low student enrollment in online classes at a community college.
📌 The opening paragraphs of a study set the stage and explain why the research is important.
🔍 Research problem differs from other parts in that it addresses an educational issue or problem.
🔎 Research questions are the specific queries the researcher wants to answer in the study.
00:04:59 Investigating the reasons for low enrollment in online classes at community colleges due to internet usage and the impact on research methods.
🔑 The research problem is the lack of students enrolling in online classes at a community college.
🔍 Factors to consider when studying the research problem include access to resources, skills, time, and the potential contribution to knowledge and practice.
❓ Research problems can differ in quantitative and qualitative research.
00:07:27 The video discusses the use of quantitative and qualitative research methods for different research problems. It emphasizes the importance of justifying the problem in the introduction.
📊 Use quantitative research to measure variables and assess their impact on outcomes.
📝 Use qualitative research to learn about people's views, assess processes over time, and obtain detailed information about a few individuals or research sites.
🔍 Justify the research problem in the introduction to gain approval for the study.
00:09:57 The video discusses the importance of including specific elements in the introduction of a research article. These elements include the research problem, justification for the problem, deficiencies in the evidence, and the audience that will benefit from the study.
📝 The video discusses the importance of including key elements in the introduction of a research article, such as the research problem, justification, deficiencies in the evidence, and the target audience.
🔍 The viewer is assigned to analyze the introduction of a specific research article to determine if it adequately covers these key elements.
📄 The assignment requires the viewer to handwrite the introduction and include it in their college notes.
00:12:24 This video discusses how to write a problem statement for research. It covers the importance of the problem, different strategies for writing the problem statement, and the significance of the study.
📚 The research problem section introduces the problem and identifies practical and research-based issues.
💡 Justification for the problem is based on past research, personal experiences, and the need to explore marginalized voices and audience needs.
🖋️ Strategies for writing the statement of the problem section include organizing the flow of ideas and incorporating specific topics.
00:14:51 Exploring strategies for writing an effective problem statement in research, focusing on the role of parents, counselors, and colleges in addressing attendance deficiencies.
📝 The video discusses the importance of evaluating how parents can promote access and engagement in the education system.
💡 Strategies for writing a strong problem statement are highlighted, including referencing literature and providing supporting statistics and participant codes.
🔑 It is emphasized that the problem statement should be reflected in the introduction of the study and should relate the discussion to the target audience.
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