Problem statement

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2. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• What is the Statement of the Problem in Research?
• A statement of problem refers to the critical issue that your research
seeks to address. In other words, it captures the existing knowledge
gap that your study aims to bridge using reliable results or outcomes.
A problem statement can be as little as a few sentences or go all the
way to several paragraphs—what matters is it communicates the
central focus of your study.
• As your study bridges this gap, it also leaves room for future
investigations. The implication is that your problem statement should
not be too broad; instead, it should address one specific issue and
contribute to the knowledge pool for further research.

3. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• What are the Features of a Good Problem Statement?
• A good problem statement captures the core purpose of your study in
simple, clear, and direct terms. Some other tell-tale signs of a well-written
research statement of problem include:
• A good problem statement is concrete and concise. It doesn't capture
ideas vaguely or ambiguously.
• It allows you to contextualize the research problem.
• A good problem statement helps you to set the aims and objectives of
your systematic investigation.
• It justifies your research and draws attention to the study's significance.

4. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• Why is a Problem Statement Important in Research Writing?
• Writing a good problem statement serves both the researcher and the readers. For
the researcher, the problem statement helps you visualize the scope of your project
and outline it accordingly. Also, it allows you to map out specific aims and objectives
for your study.
• On the flip side, the problem statement helps the reader identify the core reason for
your research and see how your work fits into the existing body of knowledge. It
helps them get on the same page as you regarding the importance and significance
of your systematic investigation.
• If you require funding for your research, a problem statement can help potential
financiers to see why investing in your project is the right move to make. It gives
them an overview of the existing problem, your solution, and the impact of your
solution on the field of study.

5. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• Elements and Structure of a Problem Statement
• In its most basic form, a problem statement comprises three(3)
elements which are:
• The research problem
• The claim or working thesis
• The significance of the study
• In other words, it tells the reader what you're trying to solve, how you
plan to solve it, and why you want to solve it.

6. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• 1. The Research Problem
• Your research problem is the reason for your systematic investigation. It
is the gap you identified and planned to fill based on the results of
your study. You can also think of this as the primary research question.
• A few questions you should ask yourself here include:
• Is it clear what’s being described in this problem statement?
• Do I understand the main problem being described here?
• Do I have a good grasp of what the main issue is here?

7. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• 2. The Claim or Working Thesis
• Your working thesis is the first attempt at asserting your position, and it
spells out your stance on the matter at a specific point in time. It's
called a "working" thesis because it is subject to change as your study
progresses. In your working thesis, you have the chance to justify your
position by providing primary and secondary claims that support your
position.

8. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• 3. The Significance of the Study
• This is the point where you communicate the value of your research
and show readers why it is necessary in the first place. Here, you can
discuss the impact of your work and its relevance to your field of study.
Don't forget to highlight the contributions of your work to existing
knowledge and how others will benefit from it.

9. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH
• What are the Steps for Writing a Problem Statement?
• Define Your Research Context
• State Why The Problem Matters
• State the Financial Cost
• Back Up Your Claims
• Propose A Solution
• Conclude By Summarizing the Problem and Solution

10. HOW TO WRITE A PROBLEM STATEMENT
FOR YOUR RESEARCH