PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION AND TOPIC FRAMING

RESEARCH PROBLEMS Research is defined differently by different authors and scholars based on their perception. It is broadly defined as the process of finding out or searching for the solution to a problem. Some authors view research as an activity meant to investigate solution to problems through planned and systematic methods. Some define research as a systematic attempt to provide answers to problems. Others however, explain research as being concerned with finding solution to problem or a search for knowledge. There are many more definitions of research, however, in the context of this book, research in general has to do with the search for solutions to problems or answers to questions through planned and systematic approach. Inherent in the above definition of research is the fact that, it is a systematic activity that is essentially based on scientific procedure with the ultimate purpose of taking decision. Research is predicated on the existence of problem, the interest and compelling need to find answers or solutions to the problem. Research Problem area generally derivable from previous researchs area for further investigation, current affairs, identified employment areas, major gaps in the field, testing existing body of knowledge if true in the new local situation, amidst other subjects, etc; personal experience demanding professional solution, if held ideas, beliefs, rituals are true; practical experience on site. They generally ask and answer questions like: What needs, gaps, questions, and unsatisfactory state of affairs have you identified in your profession? What existing body of knowledge in the profession that have been proved to be holding in one locality. Can they hold in another locality? What are those success factors in certain localities which can be attempted or the potency of such tested in another locality? What models, theories, paradigms, etc. are questionable and there appear to be avenues to answer? The following hints on stating Research Problems can assist us: 1. Preliminary investigation reveals that. 2. Experience among the citizens of . 3. Reports from the United Nations is very categorical on 4. Irrespective of the wide publicity of ..., it is still very common to see prevailing in 5. A visit to .will reveal that .. 6. Documented facts on XYZ revealed that 7. There is a generally held opinion among the residents of XYZ that 8. Historical records of the people of XYZ revealed that 9. Although literature in Urban and Regional Planning hold the general view that .., observation over a period in XYZ tend to suggest the opposite.. 10.The highest rate of migration/urbanisation/ documented so far has not exceeded ABC level in different parts of the world documented, however, in XYZ, it appears the situation is much more.. Direct students to find out research problems for study and attempt framing the problems using the above as guides Characteristics of a good problem statement i Not ambiguous. Should clearly states the problem ii Suggests the direction of the research iii Leads naturally to the aim/objectives iv Convincing v Significant vi Researchable vii Contemporary viii Achievable

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In the chosen area of specialisation Well presented Brief and concise (3-5 good paragraphs) Written in investigative language

TOPIC FRAMING The following hints can assist in framing a good topic out of the identified problem: i Not exceeding 25 words generally ii Clearly show study area iii Clearly show key study focus iv Avoided A Case Study of . where possible v Well punctuated vi Avoid Controversial words vii Not merely journalistic viii Avoid Repetition of words (word economy) ix Original

Critique the following topics: i. Environmental Impact Assessment of the Jimeta Shopping Complex ii. Institutional Land and Physical Development in Jimeta Yola, Adamawa State iii. The Quality of Rural Housing in Wasai Village, Kano by Kabiru Garba Minji iv. Development Control in Adamawa State: A Case Study of the Activities of Adamawa State Urban Planning and Development Authority (ASUPDA) in Yola Metropolis v. Rural Urban Migration in Jimeta, Adamawa State vi. An Assessment of the State and Adequacy of Secondary School Infrastructure Facilities in Yola Metropolis vii. Environmental Impact Assessment of Jimeta Sports Complex Project, Jimeta, Nigeria viii. State, Adequacy & Distribution of Health Facilities in Adamawa State: A Case Study of Numan and Demsa Local Government Areas of Adamawa State, Nigeria ix. Implications of Master Plan Conversion: A Case Study of Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola x. Recreational Infrastructure Development in Numan, Adamawa State xi. Constraints in planning and Execution of Urban Development Project in Jalingo, Taraba State xii. An Assessment of Landscaping Elements in Colleges of Agriculture and Education (COA & COE) Jalingo, Towards Jalingo City Beautification. xiii. Assessment of Human Resources in the Health Services Sector of Yola North and South Local Government Areas of Adamawa State

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Landscape Planning for Vinikilang Adamawa State Constraints in the Management of Essential Drugs Supply Programme: A Case Study of Bali Local Government Area, Taraba State xvi. A Comparative Analysis of the Pattern of Public and Private Hospital Administration: A Case Study of Hospitals in Yola Metropolis Adamawa State xvii. Solid Waste Management in Nutum Biyu, Gassol Local Government Area, Taraba State xviii. Fire Hazards Prevention and Control Planning in Limawa (Shinco) Ward of Jimeta Yola, Nigeria xix. Rural Water Technology: Planning Proposal for Jen xx. Condition, Adequacy and Distribution of Health Facilities in Kurmi and Donga Local Government Areas of Taraba State xxi. Family Planning Methods Preferences in Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria xxii. Effect of Urbanisation on Selected Infrastructures in Jalingo Taraba State xxiii. Problem of Water Supply in Jimeta Metropolis. xxiv. An Assessment of Solid Waste Management System in Zing Town xxv. Assessment of Effectiveness of Various Sanitation and Motivation Approaches in Zing, Taraba State xxvi. The Role of Health Education in Health Promotion among Post Primary School Students in Yola North Adamawa State xxvii. A Survey of Ante-natal Attendance in Mayo Belwa Town and their Health Implications xxviii. Waste Management in Song Urban and its Implications on Public Health xxix. Infrastructure Development Planning for Logo Local Government Area, Benue State xxx. Rural Development Planning for Rapidly Growing Communities: A Case Study of Bete Community, Taraba State. xxxi. Basic Infrastructure Planning for Industrial Inducement into Gboko Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria.

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Design Proposal for Vinikilang Government Day Secondary School, Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State. xxxiii. State, Adequacy and Distribution of Health Facilities in Otukpo Local Government Area. xxxiv. Perpetuating Regional Development in Adamawa State Through Yola Gombe Rail Line Extension. xxxv. Industrial Development Planning for Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria xxxvi. Improvement Plan for Fufore Cottage Hospital, Fofure Local Government of Adamawa State xxxvii. Planning for an Ideal Remand Home for Yola, Nigeria. xxxviii. Planning for Nomadic Settlements in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, Benue State xxxix. Solid Waste Collection, Disposal and management in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area, Adamawa State. xl. Cultural Influence on Physical Planning and Development in Guyuk Town, Adamawa State, Nigeria. xli. An Appraisal of Rural Development Activities of Local Empowerment and Environmental Management Project (LEEMP): A Case Study of Katsina Ala Local Government Area of Benue State xlii. Landscape Planning Proposal For Taraba State Polytechnic, Jalingo. xliii. Physical Development Planning Response to Parking Problems in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria. xliv. Rural Development Planning For Kunini Community, Lau Local Government Area, Taraba State, Nigeria. xlv. Planning Proposal for Recreational Facilities In Jimeta Yola, Adamawa State. xlvi. Appraisal of Tourism Potentials in the Southern Region of Cross River State. xlvii. Appraisal Of Sabon Wuse Resettlement Scheme, Niger State. xlviii. Evaluation of Residential and Commercial Solid Waste Management in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area, Adamawa State. xlix. Security And Safety Planning In Slum Areas Of Jimeta, Adamawa State. l. Planning for the Informal Sector of Jimeta, Adamawa State. li. Physical Planning For A Difficult Terrain A Case Study Of Biu Local Government Area, Borno State. lii. Effects of Rural Development Intervention in Community Development in Gombi L.G.A., Adamawa State. liii. Planning For Tourism Development In Benue State, Nigeria. liv. Flood Disaster Control: A Case Study of Vandeikya Town, Benues State. lv. Analysis of Housing Supply in Jimeta Yola. lvi. Sustainable Waste Management in Gombe Town, Gombe State. lvii. Integration of Unplanned Settlements into Kano Metropolis: A Case Study Of Panshekara, Kano State. lviii. Post Construction Physical Impacts of the Mada Dam on its Surrounding Environment: A Case Study of Akwanga Keffi Water Scheme, Nassarawa State, Nigeria.

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Community Participation in Infrastructure Development in Michika Town, Adamawa State, Nigeria. Integrating Billboards, Posters, and Signboards into the Urban Landscape of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. Regional Roads for Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria. Locational Analysis and Environmental Hazards Implications of Service Stations in Jimeta Yola, Adamawa State. Public Perception of Community Participation Efforts in Infrastructure Development of Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria. Resource Sourcing and Allocation in Ganye Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria (2003-2006): Infrastructure Development Planning Implications. An Assessment of Progressive Tree Planting Practices in Residential Areas of Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, Nigeria.

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Socio-Economic Impact Assessment of Sukur World Heritage Site, Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

lxvii. Public Private Sector Partnership for Sustainable Water Supply in Jimeta Yola, Nigeria.
lxviii. The Impact of Kogi State University on Infrastructural Development in Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria.

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Possible Environmental Hazards and Mitigation Measures Proposal for Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna, Nigeria. Assessment of Selected Physical Planning Strategies for Flood Control in Maiduguri, Borno State.

lxxi. Planning for Sustainable Water Supply in Arhankunu Mubi South LGA of Adamawa State. lxxii. Analysis of the Socio-Economic and Environmental Effects of Small Scale Industries in
Mutum-Biyu, Taraba State, Nigeria. Jimeta Yola, Nigeria.

lxxiii. Socio-Economic and Environmental Impact of Groudnut Oil Mill in Sangere Bode Village, lxxiv. Tourism Potentials of Badagry Area of Lagos State, Nigeria. lxxv. Physical Development Planning Dimensions of Road Infrastructure Maintenance Finance
in Jimeta Yola, Nigeria.

lxxvi. A Comparative Analysis of Plots Acquisition Methods in Areas of Residential

Development in Yola, Nigeria. lxxvii. Planning and Management of Urban Streetscape of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria.

lxxviii. Application of the Core Periphery Model for Regional Development in Adamawa State. lxxix. Master Planning Approach to Physical Planning and Development in Nigeria: The Case of Jalingo, Taraba State. lxxx. Regional Development Planning Implications of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Treaty.