Identifying the Inquiry and Stating the Problem

Researchable questions – are those which can be

expressed, observed, and gathered.
Considerations to be kept in mind when asking
questions:
1. Accessibility to the source of data or information
2. The cost of data gathering
3. Consideration of the security and safety of the
researchers.

Things to consider when asking the right questions

leading to a research study:
1. Finding a good lead – exploring the possible areas of
concern where the questions may emerge. (e.g.
personal search, communal issues, trending/debated
topics on social media)
2. Determine early on who/what are involved in the
study.
Personal search – questions that bother an individual
and to some extent answer them unconsciously (ex:
What degree will SHS pursue in college?)
Immediate environment – observation of daily activities
and changes within the surroundings. (ex: events
happening in family, school and community)
Trending issues – relevant topics/ current concerns in
the society. (ex: Spread of COVID19)

Introduction – the first part of the research paper that

deals with the area of interest the study intends to
investigate.
Background of the study – puts the current research in
the context of existing literature and practice containing
information about a problem that merits attentive study
and the corresponding justification why should it be
done (Creswell 2003).
Deficiency Model (Creswell 2003)
Parts of Introduction
1. Introductory Statement
2. Teaser
3. Self-disclosure
4. Problematization
5. Body of Literature (Background of the Study)
6. Specific Area Not Addressed (Gap)
7. Importance of the Study 8. Purpose Statement