Chapter I of the document outlines the problem and its background, detailing the essential components such as the overview of the study, the theoretical framework, research questions, and significance. It provides a systematic approach for writing this chapter, emphasizing the importance of identifying the research problem, providing context, and reviewing literature to highlight research gaps. The chapter ultimately guides readers on the significance of their research and how to effectively summarize the key points.

1. Chapter I.
The Problem and Its Background

2. Objectives
• To be able to know the various parts of
chapter I.
• To be able to start writing their chapter I.

3. Chapter I
Chapter Title:
The Problem and Its Background

4. Parts of Chapter I
• Overview or Background of the Study
• Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
• Research Questions
• Scope and Delimitation
• Significance of the Study
• Definition of Terms

5. Overview or Background
of the Study
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. (Elsevier,
n.d.)

6. Furthermore…
Background of the study refers to the context,
circumstances, and history that led to the
research problem or topic being studied. It
provides the reader with a comprehensive
understanding of the subject matter and the
significance of the study. (Hassan, 2023)

7. Steps in Writing Background/Overview of the Study
(Hassan, 2023)
1. Identify the Research Problem
2. Provide Context
3. Review Literature
4. Identify Research Gap
5. State Objectives
6. Discuss Significance
7. Summarize

8. Identify the Research
Problem
Start by identifying the research
problem you are trying to address. This
problem should be significant and relevant
to your field of study.

9. Provide Context
• Once you have identified the research problem,
provide some context. This could include the
historical, social, or political context of the
problem.

10. Review Literature
• Conduct a thorough review of the
existing literature on the topic. This will help you
understand what has been studied and what
gaps exist in the current research.

11. Identify Research Gap
• Based on your literature review, identify the gap
in knowledge or understanding that your
research aims to address. This gap will be the
focus of your research question or hypothesis.

12. State Objectives
• Clearly state the objectives of your research.
These should be specific, measurable,
achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).

13. Discuss Significance
• Explain the significance of your research. This
could include its potential impact on theory,
practice, policy, or society.

14. Summarize
• Finally, summarize the key points of the
background of the study. This will help the reader
understand the research problem, its context,
and its significance.