What is Research problem

1. What is Research problem?
What are techniques of
Research Problem? What is
Research
Design?Classification
of Research Design
Present By
Divya Chavan
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2. RESEARCH PROBLEM

3. INTRODUCTION
A RESEARCH PROBLEM IS A
SPECIFIC QUESTION, ISSUE,
OR CONCERN THAT A
RESEARCHER AIMS TO
INVESTIGATE AND ADDRESS
THROUGH A RESEARCH
STUDY. IT IS A CRITICAL
COMPONENT OF THE
RESEARCH PROCESS AS IT
DEFINES THE SCOPE AND
PURPOSE OF THE RESEARCH,
GUIDING THE SELECTION OF
RESEARCH METHODS, DATA
COLLECTION, AND ANALYSIS. A
WELL-DEFINED RESEARCH
PROBLEM IS ESSENTIAL FOR
CONDUCTING MEANINGFUL
AND FOCUSED RESEARCH.
HERE'S A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF
WHAT A RESEARCH PROBLEM
IS AND SOME TECHNIQUES
FOR FORMULATING ONE:

4. Definition of a
Research Problem
•A research problem is a statement or
question that identifies an area of interest
or concern and provides a context for the
research.
•It should be specific, clear, and concise.
•The problem should be based on a gap in
the current knowledge or a practical issue
that requires investigation.
•It should be researchable, meaning there
are ways to collect data and answer the
research question
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5. Techniques for
Formulating a
Research
Problem

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AREAS THAT NEED FURTHER EXPLORATION. THE REVIEW HELPS YOU
UNDERSTAND WHAT HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE AND WHAT REMAINS
TO BE INVESTIGATED.
OBSERVATION AND EXPERIENCE: SOMETIMES, RESEARCH PROBLEMS
ARISE FROM PERSONAL OBSERVATIONS, EXPERIENCES, OR REAL-
WORLD ISSUES THAT PIQUE YOUR INTEREST. THESE CAN SERVE AS A
FOUNDATION FOR YOUR RESEARCH PROBLEM.
EXPERT CONSULTATION: DISCUSS POTENTIAL RESEARCH IDEAS WITH
EXPERTS IN THE FIELD. THEY CAN PROVIDE VALUABLE INSIGHTS AND
HELP YOU REFINE YOUR RESEARCH PROBLEM.
STAKEHOLDER INPUT: IF YOUR RESEARCH IS RELATED TO A SPECIFIC
INDUSTRY, COMMUNITY, OR GROUP, GATHER INPUT FROM RELEVANT
STAKEHOLDERS. THEIR PERSPECTIVES AND CONCERNS CAN GUIDE
THE FORMULATION OF A RESEARCH PROBLEM.
CONCEPT MAPPING: CREATE VISUAL REPRESENTATIONS OF THE
RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN DIFFERENT CONCEPTS OR VARIABLES.
THIS CAN HELP YOU IDENTIFY GAPS AND CONNECTIONS THAT LEAD TO
A RESEARCH PROBLEM.

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1.Brainstorming: Engage in brainstorming sessions with colleagues, advisors,
or mentors to generate research ideas. The collective input can help identify
potential problems worth investigating.
2.Problem Statement Frameworks: Use problem statement frameworks like
the PICO(T) model (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Time) for
clinical research or the SPICE framework (Setting, Perspective, Intervention,
Comparison, Evaluation) for qualitative research to structure your research
problem.
3.Surveys and Questionnaires: Collect input from potential research
participants through surveys or questionnaires to identify issues or questions
that are important to them. This can inform your research problem.
4.Relevance and Significance: Consider the relevance and significance of the
problem. Is it important and impactful? Will it contribute to existing knowledge
or address a pressing issue?
5.Narrowing and Focusing: Once you have a broad idea, narrow it down and
focus on a specific aspect of the problem. This helps make the research more
manageable.

8. What is Research
Design?Classification
of Research Design
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9. INTRODUCTION
oResearch design is a critical component of any research
project, as it outlines the structure and strategy for conducting
the research. It is a plan or blueprint that defines the type of
data you will collect, how you will collect it, and the methods
you will use to analyze and interpret the data. A well-designed
research study ensures that the data collected is relevant and
reliable, allowing for meaningful conclusions to be drawn.
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10. Research
Design
1.Research Objectives: Clearly state the goals and objectives of the
research. What do you intend to achieve through your study?
2.Data Collection: Specify the methods and techniques for collecting
data. This can include surveys, experiments, observations, interviews,
or archival research.
3.Data Analysis: Describe how you will process and analyze the
collected data. This involves statistical and/or qualitative analysis
methods.
4.Time Frame: Define the timeline for conducting the research and the
expected duration of each phase.
5.Sample Selection: Detail how you will select your sample or
participants and justify the chosen method.
6.Research Instruments: Specify the tools and instruments you will use
to collect data (e.g., questionnaires, surveys, devices).
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11. Classification Of Research
Designs
oThere are several ways to classify research
designs, but one common classification is based
on the nature and purpose of the research. Here
are some typical research design classifications
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1.Descriptive Research Design: This design is used to describe a
phenomenon or provide a snapshot of a situation. It doesn't seek to
establish causality but focuses on understanding the current state of
affairs. Methods include surveys, observations, and content analysis.
2.Exploratory Research Design: This design is used to explore a
problem when little is known about it. It often involves informal research
methods, such as interviews, focus groups, or pilot studies, to gather
preliminary information.
3.Explanatory or Causal Research Design: This type of research is
aimed at identifying cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
Experimental designs are common in this category, where researchers
manipulate an independent variable to observe its effects on a
dependent variable.
4.Cross-Sectional Research Design: This involves collecting data from
a sample of subjects at a single point in time. It is often used in
descriptive research and can help reveal patterns and associations.
5.Longitudinal Research Design: In contrast to cross-sectional design,
this approach involves studying the same subjects or units over an
extended period to track changes or trends. Cohort studies and panel
studies are examples of longitudinal research.

13. 1.Quantitative Research Design: This design emphasizes the
collection and analysis of numerical data using structured and
standardized research instruments. Surveys and experiments are
typical quantitative methods.
2.Qualitative Research Design: This design emphasizes the
collection of non-numerical data, such as interviews, observations,
and content analysis, to understand social phenomena and explore
meanings, interpretations, and experiences.
3.Mixed-Methods Research Design: This combines both
quantitative and qualitative research methods to provide a more
comprehensive understanding of a research problem.
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