Contains Research methodology might be useful to medical and paramedical UG and PG students pursuing Research

1. Research problem
D.A. Asir John Samuel, BSc (Psy),
MPT (Neuro Paed), MAc, DYScEd,
C/BLS, FAGE

2. Statement of research problem
Some difficulty which a researcher
experiences in the context of either a
theoretical or practical situation and wants
to obtain a solution for the same
Dr. Asir John Samuel (PT), Lecturer, ACP 2

3. Necessity of defining the problem
• Relevant data from irrelevant ones
• Be on track whereas an ill-defined problem
may create hurdles
• Prerequisite for any study and step of
higher importance
• Find answers to all questions only when RP
has been well defined
Dr. Asir John Samuel (PT), Lecturer, ACP 3

4. Necessity of defining the problem
• Formulation of problem important than
solution
• Smoothly carry on all consequential steps
involved while doing research
Dr. Asir John Samuel (PT), Lecturer, ACP 4

5. Purpose of research problem
• To find real dearth in literature regarding
particular subject. (not overdone)
• Controversial subject
• Differentiates b/w too narrow or too
vague problems
• Feasibility
Dr. Asir John Samuel (PT), Lecturer, ACP 5

6. Purpose of research problem
• Self analysis of a researcher such as,
- He is well equipped
- Within budget
- Subject cooperation
• Preliminary study
Dr. Asir John Samuel (PT), Lecturer, ACP 6