Research Problems and how to arrive at them.pptx

research and how to arrive at research problems

1. Research Problems/ Questions

2. Sources of Research Ideas Experience: Unsystematic observation Systematic observation Theory: Systematic, organized bodies of knowledge Casual theories discussed day to day Applied Issues: Personal experience in your practice Experiences of others in practice

3. Answerable research questions Asking empirical questions ( A question you can answer with objective observation is called an empirical question) Operationally defining your variables (An operational definition involves defining a variable in terms of the operations required to measure it) Identifying the study sample for whom the research is relevant

4. Considerations in evaluating research problem Is this the type of problem that can be effectively solved through the process of research? Is the problem significant? Is an important principle involved? Would the solution make any difference as far as educational theory or practice is concerned?

5. Is the problem a new one? Is the answer already available? Is research on the problem feasible? Am I competent? Is pertinent data accessible? Will I have enough time?

6. Considerations in evaluating research problem Will I have the necessary financial resources? Do I have the determination necessary? Do I have the other resources necessary to balance research with my other responsibilities