INQUIRY, INVESTIGATION,

AND IMMERSION

HUMSS-A VYGOTSKY
 CHAPTER ONE OF
A RESEARCH PAPER
(The Problem and its Background)
PARTS OF THE CHAPTER 1

Introduction
Background of the study
Statement of the Problem
Scope and Delimitation
Conceptual Framework
Theoretical Framework
Hypothesis
Definition of terms
INTRODUCTION
This is the first part of Chapter 1,
and it consists of the following:
background of the study, statement
of the problem, significance of the
study, and scope and delimination of
the study,
An effective introduction may be
achieved by:
 using a relevant and striking quotation
 relating a relevant but striking
anecdote or incident
 asking a series of questions
 using a striking statement of your own
 Background of the Study
This is a brief statement of the origin
of the problem . It is an account
describing the circumstances which
suggest the research .
 Statement of the Problem
The definition of the problem is the first
main step in writing the research paper. It
should be stated precisely, accurately, and
clearly. The problem can be expressed in
question or declarative form.
Ex.
 Broad Topic: Problems of Drug Addiction
 SpecificTopic: The Effects of Drug
Addiction on the Human Body
 Significance of the Study
This part states the significance of the
study and its result. It covers an expression of
the study’s relevance to fill certain needs.
 Scope and Delimitation of the Study
The scope of the study identifies a
reasonable area covered by the study. A
specific statement of the study must indicate
the subjects, the number, and the treatment
involved in the study.
 CONCEPTUAL AND THEORETICAL
FRAMEWORK
A conceptual framework is based
on generally accepted methods,
practices, etc.
A theoretical framework deals with
interrelated theories which must be
presented in more detail as they are
not totally tangible.
 This part presents a theoretical or
conceptual scheme for the research
problem. This is usually presented in a
diagram showing the interrelationship
of the variables.

Ex. Input Process Analysis Output

Review of Related Literature and
Studies
 The ideas and concepts taken by the researcher
from various sources should be restated in the
researcher’s own words and should be woven into the
paper, which he can call his own.
For coherence, unity and clarity; the researcher can
do the ff:
• Adopt a point of view and adhere to it throughout the
research;
• Only ideas that will help explain the topic should be
included
• Have an expression that will anticipate the next topic at
the end of each paragraph;
• Be consistent with the use of person and tense
 Hypothesis
• These are tentative statements about the given
research topic.
 Definition of Terms
• This part includes the operational and conceptual
definition of significant terms used in the research
paper.
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