Unit 4. Research Problem, Purpose, Objectives, Significance and Scope..pptx

Research Problem, Purpose, Objectives, Significance and Scope:
Objectives:
1. Identify the interest area of research
2. Discuss the problem statement and research purpose
3. Develop objectives of research
4. Elaborate on significance and scope of the research
5. Differentiate between significance and scope of the research.
Research Proposal:
A research proposal describes what you will investigate, how will you carry out your research, and why the research is essential to be conducted.
It should be noted that the proposal acts as an introduction of a thesis/dissertation or a project report.
The proposal helps the researcher to think practically and to be on the right track during the research process.
Almost all students who intend to write Bachelor’s, Master, or Ph.D. thesis/dissertation or those who intend to apply for scholarships or research grants, need to write a research proposal.
Attributes of Good Research Proposal:
It is innovative and contains impressive research idea(s).
The research questions and objectives are clear.
The methodology and data sources are well known.
The significance of the study is justified.
The objectives of the study could be met within the timeline.
The writing style is clear and concise, and there is no ambiguity.
There is no contradiction in objectives, research questions, and methodology.
The budget and the proposal narrative are consistent.
Contents of the Thesis/Dissertation Proposal:
Title of Study
Abstract
Introduction
Significance of the Study
Research Questions
Research Objectives
Research Hypothesis
Review of Literature
Methodology
Data Sources
Tentative Table of Content of Thesis
References.
Title of Study:
It should be appealing and meaningful.
It should not be a single word.
It should be short and self-explanatory.
It should reflect the study properly.
It should not be a conclusion.
It should not be contradictory to the methodology.
Abstract:
It motivates the reader to read the full text.
It is a brief overview of the proposal, consisting of 100 to 300 words.
It summarizes the essential elements of the research proposal.
It may not cite the existing relevant literature.
It may summarize the methods, results, and implications.
Introduction:
It highlights the nature of the problem.
It discusses the background of the problem.
It explains the current situation of the problem.
It discusses the significance of the study.
It states the research question(s) and the research objectives of the study.
It mentions the limitations of the study (if any).
It explains the structure of the study.
Identify the interest area of research:
Clinical Practice
Nursing Education
Community/ Public Health
Literature Review
Theories
Research Priorities
Peer Interaction.

1. Research Problem, Purpose, Objectives, Significance and Scope. Shakir Rahman BScN , MScN , MSc Applied Psychology, PhD Nursing (Candidate) University of Minnesota USA Principal & Assistant Professor Ayub International College of Nursing & AHS Peshawar Visiting Faculty Swabi College of Nursing & Health Sciences Swabi Nowshera College of Nursing & Health Sciences Nowshera

2. Objectives At the completion of this unit learners will be able to: 1. Identify the interest area of research 2. Discuss the problem statement and research purpose 3. Develop objectives of research 4. Elaborate on significance and scope of the research 5. Differentiate between significance and scope of the research 7/19/2023 3

3. Research Proposal A research proposal describes what you will investigate, how will you carry out your research, and why the research is essential to be conducted. It should be noted that the proposal acts as an introduction of a thesis/dissertation or a project report. The proposal helps the researcher to think practically and to be on the right track during the research process. Almost all students who intend to write Bachelor’s, Master, or Ph.D. thesis/dissertation or those who intend to apply for scholarships or research grants, need to write a research proposal. 7/19/2023 4

4. Attributes of Good Research Proposal It is innovative and contains impressive research idea(s). The research questions and objectives are clear. The methodology and data sources are well known. The significance of the study is justified. The objectives of the study could be met within the timeline. The writing style is clear and concise, and there is no ambiguity. There is no contradiction in objectives, research questions, and methodology. The budget and the proposal narrative are consistent. 7/19/2023 5

5. Contents of the Thesis/Dissertation Proposal Title of Study Abstract Introduction Significance of the Study Research Questions Research Objectives Research Hypothesis Review of Literature Methodology Data Sources Tentative Table of Content of Thesis References 7/19/2023 6

6. Title of Study It should be appealing and meaningful. It should not be a single word. It should be short and self-explanatory. It should reflect the study properly. It should not be a conclusion. It should not be contradictory to the methodology . 7/19/2023 7

7. Abstract It motivates the reader to read the full text. It is a brief overview of the proposal, consisting of 100 to 300 words. It summarizes the essential elements of the research proposal. It may not cite the existing relevant literature. It may summarize the methods, results, and implications. 7/19/2023 8

8. Introduction It highlights the nature of the problem. It discusses the background of the problem. It explains the current situation of the problem. It discusses the significance of the study. It states the research question(s) and the research objectives of the study. It mentions the limitations of the study (if any). It explains the structure of the study. 7/19/2023 9

9. Identify the interest area of research Clinical Practice Nursing Education Community/ Public Health Literature Review Theories Research Priorities Peer Interaction 7/19/2023 10

10. Cont.…. In 1997, The World Health Organization (WHO) established a list of priorities for nursing research which includes: The effects of health system reforms The supply and demand of workplace Working conditions Care delegation The health- disease process in vulnerable population Ethics Cultural aspects of care 7/19/2023 11

11. Cont.…. Home care Occupational health Infection control 7/19/2023 12

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13. Problem statement A question raised for inquiry, consideration or solution Is an area of concern where there is a gap in knowledge base needed for practice Is significant when it has the potential to generate or refine knowledge or influencing nursing practice or both Identifies an area of concern for particular population Indicates the significances of the problem Provides a background for the problem Outlines the need for additional study in a problem statement 7/19/2023 14

14. research purpose Concise, clear statement of the specific goal or aim of the study that is generated from the research problem The purpose is usually stated after the problem, because the problem identifies the gap in knowledge in a selected area Usually indicates the type of study (quantitative, qualitative, outcome, or intervention) Little is known the phenomenon Findings of previous studies are conflicting Few studies of this have been done 7/19/2023 15

15. Cont.. Quantitative Qualitative Identifying & describing variables Exploring a phenomenon Examining relationships among variables Developing theories Determining the effectiveness of interventions Examining the practices of certain cultures Managing clinical problems Describing the historical evaluation 7/19/2023 16

16. Examining the feasibility of a problem and purpose Researcher interest/ expertise Money commitment Availability of Subjects/ Participants Availability of Facilities and Equipment Ethical Considerations 7/19/2023 17

17. Objectives of the study What the researcher wants to get Is a clear, concise, declarative statement that is expressed in the present tense To gain familiarity with a phenomenon or to achieve new insights into it To portray accurately the characteristics of particular individual, situation, or group 7/19/2023 18

18. Cont.…. To determine the frequency with which something occurs or with which it is associated with something else To test a hypothesis of a causal relations between variables The objectives should start with words such as: To determine To find out To Measure To explore 7/19/2023 19

19. Difference between Purpose and Objectives Purpose: To describe the effects of hypoglycemia on development in a group of children with hyperinsulinism (HI) Objectives: To describe the frequency and extent of developmental delay in a cohort of children with HI To identify associations between hypoglycemia history and development outcome 7/19/2023 20

20. Scope of the study Explains the extent to which the research area will be explored in the work and specifies the parameters within the study will be operating. Have to define what the study going to cover and what it is focusing on. 7/19/2023 21

21. Significance of the study Importance of the study Contribution to and impact of the study on a research field The significance tells the reader how the findings affect the topic/broad field. In other words, the significance is about how much the findings matter. 7/19/2023 22