Objectives To be able to know the various parts of chapter I. To be able to start writing their chapter I.
Chapter I Chapter Title: The Problem and Its Background
Parts of Chapter I Overview or Background of the Study Theoretical/Conceptual Framework Research Questions Scope and Delimitation Significance of the Study Definition of Terms
Overview or Background of the Study 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. ( Elsevier , n.d.)
Furthermore… Background of the study refers to the context, circumstances, and history that led to the research problem or topic being studied. It provides the reader with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and the significance of the study. (Hassan, 2023)
Steps in Writing Background/Overview of the Study (Hassan, 2023) Identify the Research Problem Provide Context Review Literature Identify Research Gap State Objectives Discuss Significance Summarize
Identify the Research Problem Start by identifying the research problem you are trying to address. This problem should be significant and relevant to your field of study.
Provide Context Once you have identified the research problem, provide some context. This could include the historical, social, or political context of the problem.
Review Literature Conduct a thorough review of the existing literature on the topic. This will help you understand what has been studied and what gaps exist in the current research.
Identify Research Gap Based on your literature review, identify the gap in knowledge or understanding that your research aims to address. This gap will be the focus of your research question or hypothesis.
State Objectives Clearly state the objectives of your research . These should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
Discuss Significance Explain the significance of your research. This could include its potential impact on theory , practice, policy, or society.
Summarize Finally, summarize the key points of the background of the study. This will help the reader understand the research problem, its context, and its significance.