Research Chapter 1

Question 1

It is the initial part of a research paper and the part that a reader is likely to read first.

Answer 1

Introduction

Question 2

The two main questions the introductions must answer:

Answer 2

1. Why was this particular study needed to fill the gap in scientific knowledge that currently exists?
2. Why does the gap need filling?

Question 3

The missing piece in knowledge or what is currently unknown.

Answer 3

Research Gap

Question 4

What needs to be included in the introduction?

Answer 4

• Background information
• Rationale of the study
• Key references
• clarification of important terms & definitions
• Review of related studies

Question 5

Introduction (Funnel Method)

Answer 5

1. General statements
2. Highlight trends
3. Point the problem
4. Role of research in bridging the trends & the problem
5. Contribution & Rationale

Question 6

When Should you write an introduction?

Answer 6

Second-to-last just before writing the brief conclusion

Question 7

Your arguments in the introduction should always move from _______ to ________.

Answer 7

broad-specific

Question 8

It pinpoints what you want to find out and gives your work a clear focus and purpose.

Answer 8

Research Problem/Question

Question 9

Define SMART

Answer 9

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time-bound