Developing a Study

Question 1

Stages of the scientific research process

Answer 1

1) identify a topic
2) search & review the literature
3) define a topic
4) state a general question or problem
5) phrase an operationally defined hypothesis
6) plan the methods to test the hypothesis
7) collect data
8) analyze data & interpret the results
9) write about the findings

Question 2

Writing the introduction/background

Answer 2

• establish the general territory
• describe the broad foundations of your study & provide sufficient background for readers
• indicate the general scope of your project
• provide an overview of the sections that will appear in your proposal
• engage the readers

Question 3

Describe the statement of the problem

Answer 3

• answer the question as in what is the gap that needs to be filled or what is the problem to be solved
• state the problem clearly early in a paragraph
• limit the variables you address in stating your problem or question
• consider framing the problem as a question

Question 4

Describe the purpose/aims/rationale/research questions

Answer 4

• explain the goals & research objectives of the study
• show the original contributions of your study
• provide a more detailed account of the points summarized in the introduction
• include a rationale for the study
• be clear about what you study will not address