2. 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.
3. The background forms the crux of the study
because it introduces an unaware audience to the
research and its importance in a clearand logical
manner. At times, the background may even explore
whether the study builds on or refutes findings from
previous studies.
4. Any relevant information that the readers need to
know before delving into the paper should be made
available to them in the background.
5. • The introduction only contains preliminary data
about the research topic and does not state the
purpose of the study. On the contrary, the
background clarifies the importance of the study
in detail.
6. • The introduction provides an overview of the
research topic from a broader perspective,
while the background provides a detailed
understanding of the topic.
7. • The introduction should end with the mention of
the research questions, aims, and objectives of
the study. In contrast, the background follows no
such format and only provides essential context
to the study.
8. The length and detail presented in the
background varies for different research papers,
depending on the complexity and novelty of the
research topic. At times, a simple background
suffices, even if the study is complex.
9. • Start with a strong beginning: Begin the background by defining
the research topic and then identify the target audience.
• Cover key components: Explain all theories, concepts, terms,
and ideas that may feel unfamiliar to the target audience
thoroughly.
• Take note of important prerequisites: Go through the relevant
literature in detail. Take notes while reading and cite the
sources.
• Increase engagement: To make the background engaging, build
a story around the central theme of the research
10. • Maintain a balance: Make sure that the background is focused
on important details, but also appeals to a broader audience.
• Include historical data: Current issues largely originate from
historical events or findings. If the research borrows
information from a historical context, add relevant data in the
background.
• Explain novelty: If the research study or methodology is
unique or novel, provide an explanation that helps to
understand the research better.
11. • Ambiguity: Don’t be ambiguous. While writing, assume that
the reader does not understand any intricate detail about
your research.
• Unrelated themes: Steer clear from topics that are not related
to the key aspects of your research topic.
• Poor organization: Do not place information without a
structure. Make sure that the background reads in a
chronological manner and organize the sub-sections so that
it flows well.
12. Ist paragraph- Researcher’s Overview of the topic
2nd Paragraph –Previous studies of the area being
research: Global, Local ( Entire Country, & in Davao City)
3rd Paragraph – School Context
• Why the topic becomes an issue in the school
• What’s the reason why the researchers decided to
conduct the research.
• Declarative statement of the objective of the study
13. ALDINE JAY M. RAYTAN, LPT
CGCI
aldinejaymarianoraytan21@gmail.com
