Locating The Problem Dr. Anshul Singh Thapa

Locating/ Define Research Research Process Research is a process which consists of series of actions or steps necessary to effectively carry out research. Locating/ Define Research Problem Interpretation and Report Analysis of Data Collection of Review the Literature Formulate Hypotheses Design Research

Introduction In a research almost all researcher follow a similar pattern at the graduate level. They are required to develop a research plan, submit it for approval, and then pursue it to completion. All the various steps have to be followed in a sequence – under the guidance of a – professor – in accordance with a carefully prepared timetable. Therefore, the premium for the researcher is the identification of a suitable problem as early as possible in the program.

A Research Problem A Research Problem, in general, refers to some difficulty which a researcher experiences in the context of either a theoretical or practical situation and wants to obtain a solution for the same. The individual or the organization can be said to have the problem only if the individual or a group or an organization does not know what course of action is best, i.e., an individual or a group or an organization must be in doubt about the solution.

Thus, an individual or a group of persons can be said to have a problem which can be technically described as a research problem, if they (individual or the group), having one or more desired outcomes, are confronted with two or more courses of action that have some but not equal efficiency for the desired objectives and in doubt about which course of action is best.

SABSEC Systematically record unsolved problems Analyze literature in an area or subject field Become informed of research going on at the university Study research already completed Examine controversial issues Consult with the member of the faculty

SYSTEMATICALLY RECORD UNSOLVED PROBLEMS Professional readings: as the student pursue his study, his professional reading may point out several unsolved problems that could serve as research projects. These should be recorded with the source, a few notes of explanation, and perhaps suggestions for solution; add any circumstances that make a particular problem unique. Classroom discussion/ experiences: classroom discussion often yields ideas for unsolved problems. A good student should make note of any such propositions and immediately prepares a brief note of explanation. Sometimes, a professor may indicate the area that has not been thoroughly studied. Critical thinking: it is an another valuable asset to the researcher; it is one of the most important asset of researcher. The ability to analyze critically any field of knowledge and to assess accurately unable researcher to bring the unsolved problem to light.

Analyze literature in an area or subject field An analyze the literature in a particular field is a most important source for research problem. Important suggestions that can be made here to analyze the problem are: Note the distribution of research completed in the area. Do all facets of the seems to be well covered? What gap exists? Where is the greatest interest? Discover any trends that may become evident. Have all aspects been investigated? Do deficiencies exists in any of the research completed? Do new avenues of the interest appear as possible sources of research? Examine critiques of a given field. Often key areas of neglect can be ascertain either implicitly or explicitly in critiques of various facets of fields. Analyze statement of needed investigation. Occasionally authors indicates areas or specific studies that are currently needed. If their reviews are comprehensive, this may be an excellent lead.

Become informed of research going on at the university It is the wise practical suggestion that the student must inform himself of the research currently been undertaken at his university or department. Students can gain valuable research experience by becoming the part of the research programme being undertaken by the department, sometimes aiding as the member of the testing or laboratory team or assisting in data reduction and statistical treatment. The student also get benefited as it gives him an opportunity to observe a large and integrated research study and to appreciate the dept of knowledge that are being explored; as the member of the team, he can learn, more advanced techniques of measurement and gather data that would be otherwise very difficult if he has to work alone

Study research already completed The reviews of other studies may point to the need for new or slight different studies or perhaps to other problem of similar nature. The requirement for the research vary from one institution to another, but one of the characteristics that be seems basic to many of its requirement that the study be original. Many scientist feels that this may impose unnecessary restrictions on the establishment of theory. There are times when corroboration is necessary in order to have confidence in the state of knowledge. Consequently the theoretical issue can be from several point of view, the conscientious student will add a new variable or a new approach so that additional information can be obtained at the same time.

Examine controversial issue Controversy may be seen in any number of professional and academic areas; many controversies have proven to be the interest of the researcher. If the central issue can be clearly defined, it might attached in number of ways so that over a period of time the issue can be resolved.

Consult with members of faculty To suggest that students consult with faculty members may be to state the obvious, for it is usually expected that the student will be assigned to an advisor. Faculty members in physical education often have rather and capabilities, but most invariably they have certain areas. The student may wish to study the literature in his advisor’s area of specialization and can choose an appropriate topic.