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  1. Outline the Background of the Problem

    Topic 3: Background and Introduction. As you draft your Outline of the Background of the Problem, consider the following: The background of the problem is established before the statement of the problem to provide readers/researchers a compelling understanding of the context of the problem as in what research has been conducted on this problem.

  2. Background of The Study

    Here are the steps to write the background of the study in a research paper: Identify the research problem: Start by identifying the research problem that your study aims to address. This can be a particular issue, a gap in the literature, or a need for further investigation. Conduct a literature review: Conduct a thorough literature review to ...

  3. What is the Background of the Study and How to Write It

    The background of the study is the first section of a research paper and gives context surrounding the research topic. The background explains to the reader where your research journey started, why you got interested in the topic, and how you developed the research question that you will later specify. That means that you first establish the ...

  4. Background to the Problem

    Telling the Research Story. The Background explains the setting (context), the conflict (problem or problem of practice), the history and contributing factors, and the "opening scene.". The Background story can be told in a variety of ways, however, the elements must be there. Often, the Background is written by presenting the problem ...

  5. What is the Background of a Study and How Should it be Written?

    The background of a study is the first section of the paper and establishes the context underlying the research. It contains the rationale, the key problem statement, and a brief overview of research questions that are addressed in the rest of the paper. The background forms the crux of the study because it introduces an unaware audience to the ...

  6. How to Write a Problem Statement

    Step 3: Set your aims and objectives. Finally, the problem statement should frame how you intend to address the problem. Your goal here should not be to find a conclusive solution, but rather to propose more effective approaches to tackling or understanding it. The research aim is the overall purpose of your research.

  7. Developing a dissertation research problem: A guide for doctoral

    Fails to establish the existence of the problem. For example, the problem statement contains only the explicative statement, "The purpose of the study was . . ." Explains every problem in the same way, using the same principal proposition as a boiler-plate for all interacting propositions. Neglects to show any history to the problem.

  8. PDF Developing the Problem Statement for Your Dissertation Proposal

    The formal ROL, usually in Chapter 2 of a dissertation, expands upon that knowledge and provides the reader with a deeper understanding of the problem area, discusses prior research that has been conducted, and provides a basis for a sound research methodology upon which to investigate the problem. While this may sound somewhat confusing, the ...

  9. How To Write A Dissertation Introduction Chapter

    Craft an enticing and engaging opening section. Provide a background and context to the study. Clearly define the research problem. State your research aims, objectives and questions. Explain the significance of your study. Identify the limitations of your research. Outline the structure of your dissertation or thesis.

  10. How to write the background of your study

    A well-written background will provide your study with a context and prompt the readers to read the rest of your paper. However, most authors struggle with writing the background of the study. Another common problem authors encounter is distinguishing between the background and the literature review, which are critical aspects of any research ...

  11. PDF A Complete Dissertation

    DISSERTATION CHAPTERS Order and format of dissertation chapters may vary by institution and department. 1. Introduction 2. Literature review 3. Methodology 4. Findings 5. Analysis and synthesis 6. Conclusions and recommendations Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter makes a case for the signifi-cance of the problem, contextualizes the

  12. The Research Problem & Problem Statement

    A research problem can be theoretical in nature, focusing on an area of academic research that is lacking in some way. Alternatively, a research problem can be more applied in nature, focused on finding a practical solution to an established problem within an industry or an organisation. In other words, theoretical research problems are motivated by the desire to grow the overall body of ...

  13. How to Write a Dissertation Problem Statement

    The Key Elements of a Dissertation Problem Statement: Essentially, you want to establish (a) what the problem is, (b) that it matters, and (c) that it addresses a meaningful gap in the literature. Give some brief background information. A few sentences to help the reader understand the context of the problem. State the general research problem.

  14. PDF DISSERTATION Chapters 1-5 Section Rubric

    Dissertation Chapter 1 - 5 Sections Rubric - Version 1 May 1, 2019 Background, Context and Theoretical Framework The background, context, and theoretical framework of the study should tell the reader what has happened in the past to create the problem or need today. It is a

  15. 3: Background

    Topic 3: Background and Introduction. Purpose and Goals. Read and Evaluate Chapter 1 Exemplars. Draft an Introduction of the Study. Outline the Background of the Problem. Draft your Statement of the Problem. Draft your Purpose of the Study. Draft your Significance of the Study. List the Possible Limitations and Delimitations.

  16. PDF Sample Dissertation Overview

    Sample Dissertation Overview. Sample Dissertation Overview. The problem generally is addressed in two related parts: The problem statement is contained in Chapter 1, and a review of the related research, theory, and professional literature is described in Chapter 2. The methods used for investigating the problem are usually included in Chapter 3.

  17. What's The Difference Between the Problem Background and Problem

    A typical dissertation introductory chapter contains both a "background of the problem" section and a "problem statement" section. However, many students struggle to understand the difference between these two sections.

  18. Dissertation Background Writing Guide

    Introduction. The background and history section of your dissertation highlights the empirical foundations of the topic that you have chosen and this can comprise of five or six per cent of the total word limit. The 'background' section or chapter is often considered the 'other half' of the introduction section or chapter and it may be ...

  19. Is the 'statement of problem' and 'background' of a thesis same?

    Both the background and the problem statement form part of the Introduction section. The background provides the context of a study and establishes its significance. It introduces the research topic and leads the readers to the gaps in knowledge that have remained unaddressed. The problem statement though is a brief explanation of an issue, a ...

  20. PDF Introduction/Background Statement of the Problem

    A clearly and concisely detailed explanation of the problem being studied, ie, "While evidence of this relationship have been established in the private schools in Kansas, no such relationship has been investigated within the public schools of Missouri."

  21. How to Write a Thesis or Dissertation Introduction

    Overview of the structure. To help guide your reader, end your introduction with an outline of the structure of the thesis or dissertation to follow. Share a brief summary of each chapter, clearly showing how each contributes to your central aims. However, be careful to keep this overview concise: 1-2 sentences should be enough.