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    This document provides guidance on developing a strong problem formulation. It defines a good problem formulation as being interesting, researchable, understandable, manageable, and purposeful. Formulating the problem well is described as being more than half the solution. The document recommends choosing a topic of interest and narrowing it down through brainstorming and critical thinking. It outlines a four step process for setting up the problem formulation: choosing a topic and questions, writing the formulation clearly, checking that it can be answered, and justifying the approach. Key dos include free thinking and seeking help, while negatives to avoid are negative thinking and pushing oneself into a corner.

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    This document provides guidance on developing a strong problem formulation. It defines a good problem formulation as being interesting, researchable, understandable, manageable, and purposeful. Formulating the problem well is described as being more than half the solution. The document recommends choosing a topic of interest and narrowing it down through brainstorming and critical thinking. It outlines a four step process for setting up the problem formulation: choosing a topic and questions, writing the formulation clearly, checking that it can be answered, and justifying the approach. Key dos include free thinking and seeking help, while negatives to avoid are negative thinking and pushing oneself into a corner.

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    PROBLEM

    FORMULATION
    A problem well defined is
    a problem half solved

    created by the Dreamteam

    OVERVIEW

    What is a good problem formulation?

    Why is a good problem formulation important?

    How to set up a problem formulation?

    Dos & Donts

    Sources

    WHAT IS A GOOD PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?
    Definition:
    Problem formulation is the creative and
    probably the more important step towards
    overcoming a problematic state than
    problem-solving. A good definition of what
    the problem is, is believed to be more than
    half of the way towards is eventual
    elimination. (ask.references.com)

    WHAT IS A GOOD PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?

    Interesting keeps the researcher involved in


    it throughout the research process
    Researchable can be investigated through
    the collection and analysis of data, using
    case study or other techniques
    Understandable and logically build up well
    formulated and has logical structure with
    main question and following sub-questions

    WHAT IS A GOOD PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?

    Manageable fits the level of researchers


    level of research skills, needed resources,
    and time restrictions
    Purposeful establishes cooperation
    between researcher and business which
    should lead to economical and practical
    development of both sides
    Ethical does not embarrass or harm
    participants

    WHY IS A GOOD PROBLEM


    FORMULATION IMPORTANT?

    Formulating a Problem formulation is the first and


    most important step of a research process
    The problem formulation is like an identification
    of a destination before undertaking a journey
    The research problem serves as a foundation of a
    research study; like a building and its foundation
    If it is well formulated, you can expect a good
    study to follow
    Remember: Confusion is often but the first step
    to clarity

    HOW TO SET UP A PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?

    HOW TO SET UP A PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?

    Step 1: Choose a area/topic


    Your own interest is your most essential motivational factor
    (Andersen, 2005)
    Brainstorm techniques
    Be creative, be open to new ideas
    Quantity
    Step 2: Narrowing down
    Be critical
    Determine whether the information already exists
    Choose a subject
    Think: what is the problem, why is it a problem, and who is it a
    problem for? (Andersen,2005)
    Divide the broad area into sub areas

    HOW TO SET UP A PROBLEM


    FORMULATION?

    Step 3: Write the problem formulation


    Raise research questions + sub questions
    Understandable language
    Clearly delimited
    Determine whether the question can be answered
    Step 4: Double check
    Check everything (main question, sub questions)
    Ask yourself the question if you are satisfied with your
    problem formulation
    Remember in any case to always justify why you choose
    exactly the problem formulation you do, rather than other
    possible problem formulations (Andersen, 2005)

    DOS & DONTS


    Dos

    Free thinking wild ideas, spontaneous,


    creative
    Use brainstorm techniques
    Seek help if running in circles/empty of ideas
    Always look on the bright side of life

    Donts

    Avoid negative thinking


    Dont panic
    Dont push yourself in a corner

    Thank you for your attention

    SOURCES

    Andersen, IB (2002): Den Skinbarlinge Virkelikghed.


    Copenhagen: Samfundsliteratur
    http://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=x_kp__Wm
    FzoC&oi=fnd&pg=PR16&dq=guide+for+problem+formulatio
    n&ots=mPrby18e29&sig=eMLKjP-0v8kXOv65-EgP7Om81zY#v=
    onepage&q=&
    f=false
    Kumar, R (2005). Research methodology, a step by step
    guide for beginners, SAGE
    Andersen (2005). Guide to problem formulation,
    Samfundslitteratur Press
    Table: Kasper Kok, Peter Valkering, et al.

    http://edepot.wur.nl/19270

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