Research Problems in Education

What is the primary characteristic of a well-defined research problem in education?

• It is broad and covers multiple unrelated topics

• It is specific, focused, and addresses a gap in knowledge

• It avoids any previous literature

• It focuses on theoretical rather than practical issues

Which of the following is NOT a typical source for identifying a research problem in education?

• Reviewing current educational literature

• Analyzing feedback from educators and students

• Relying solely on personal opinion without evidence

• Observing classroom practices and outcomes

Why is it essential to conduct a literature review before defining a research problem?

• To ensure the problem is unique and not already extensively studied

• To find participants for the study

• To avoid using primary sources

• To eliminate the need for a research question

What role do stakeholders, like teachers and policymakers, play in identifying research problems?

• They create the research design

• They provide insights into practical challenges and needs in the field

• They choose the literature to be reviewed

• They complete the research data collection

Which question is MOST relevant when evaluating the significance of a research problem in education?

• Is the problem easy to research?

• Will solving the problem contribute to educational improvement?

• Does the problem align with the researcher's personal interests?

• Has the problem been solved by others?

In educational research, what is an example of a problem statement?

• "How does online learning impact student engagement in primary schools?"

• "I want to study teaching strategies."

• "Teachers are the primary factor in student success."

• "Research has been conducted on virtual classrooms."

Which of the following factors can make a research problem unfeasible?

• Limited access to participants or data

• A narrow focus on a single subject

• Alignment with educational priorities

• Use of both primary and secondary sources

What should a researcher consider when narrowing down a research problem?

• The problem's relevance to current educational challenges

• The number of unrelated topics it can cover

• Whether it can be easily solved without data

• The availability of online reviews on the topic