Research Problem

Research Objectives
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of the activities, learner should
be able to:

a) discuss when a research problem and

research objective is used; RSII-INV-Id
b) explain the characteristics of a research
problem and criteria; and
c) identify the sources of research
problem.
 Research Problem
and
Research Objectives
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

How would you differentiate a research

problem to a research objectives?

When do we use research problem and

research objectives?
A problem- is any significant,perflexing and
challenging situation,real or artificial,the solution
of which requires reflective thinking.

The term Research Problem implies that an

investigation,inquiry or study. There are certain
elements that a problem must possess before it
becomes a research problem for
investigation.These are:
1. Aim or purpose of the problem for
investigation.This answers the question”why?”Why
is there an investigation,inquiry or study?
2. The subject matter or topic to be investigated.This
answers the question “what?” What is to be
investigated or studied?
3. The place or locale where the research is to be
conducted. This answers the question
“where?”.Where is the study to be conducted
4.The period or time of the study during which data
are to be gathered. This answers the question
“when?”.When is the study to be carried out?

5. Population or universe from whom the data are to

be collected. This answers the questions “who?” or
“From whom?”Who are the respondents?From whom
are the data to be gathered?

“Summarizing , the elements of a research problem

are aim or purpose, subject matter or topic,place or
locale,period of time,and population or universe.
They respectively answer questions starting with
why,what,where,when and who or from whom.

Example of a research problem: To determine the

status of teaching science in the high schools of
Province A during the school year 1989-1990.

Aim or purpose: To the determine the status of

Subject matter or topic: the teaching of science
Place or locale:In the high schools of Province A.
Period or time: During the school year 1989-1990.
Population:The respondents are implied to be either the teachers or the pupils
or both.
 Five Factors to consider to determine whether that a
problem is researchable or not.

1. The problem is existing in the locality or country but no

known solution to the problem.
2. The soulution can be answered by using statistical
methods and techniques.
3. There are probable solutions but they are not yet tested.
4. The occurrence of phenomena requires scientific
investigation to arrive at precise solution.
5. Serious needs/problems of the people where it demands
research.
 SOURCES OF RESEARCH PROBLEM

1.Specialization of the researcher

2. Current and Past Researches
3. Recommendations from
theses,dissertations, and research journals.
4.Original and creative ideas of the
researcher based on the problems met in
the locality and country.
 The Research Objectives
-A research objective is defines as “ statement
of purpose for which the investigation is to be
conducted”.The research objective is a
statement of purpose because this is a guide to
be accomplished by the researcher in
conducting his research project.Research
objectives have the same characteristics,
SMART, with research problem.
 Research Problem and Research
Objectives have the same
characteristics (SMART) but they
differ in form because the former in
is stated in interrogative or question
form and the latter, in declarative
form.
RESEARCH PROBLEM
 What is the mean growth of Eucheuma cultures
in Municipal waters of Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
using lantay and hanging methods?
 Which of the two methods, lantay or hanging,
is more effectives in cultivation of Eucheuma?
 Is there a significant difference on the mean
growth increment of Eucheuma cultured in
municipal waters of Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
using lantay and hanging methods?
RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
 Determine the mean growth of Eucheuma
cultures in Municipal waters of Estancia, Iloilo,
Philippines using lantay and hanging methods.
 Identify which of the two methods, lantay or
hanging, is more effectives in cultivation of
Eucheuma.
 Find out the significant difference on the mean
growth increment of Eucheuma cultured in
municipal waters of Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
using lantay and hanging methods?
PROCESSING QUESTION

How can you distinguish a research

problem and research objectives?
Brain Exercise
Answer the following questions:
1. What are the factors to consider to determine
whether a problem is researchable or not?
2. What are the characteristics of a research
problem?
3. Enumerate the potential sources of research
problem.
4. Name the criteria of a good research problem.
5. What is the difference between research
objectives and research problem?