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A research problem is a focused statement highlighting an

Research problem: area of concern or a troubling question in literature or existing
Focused inquiry practices, prompting the need for meaningful investigation.
For example, in literature, a research problem could be the
exploration of the portrayal of mental health in contemporary
novels. In social science, it might involve investigating the
impact of social media usage on adolescents’ well-being.

Research Question

A Research Question precisely guides the focus of the
research work. All research questions should be single-
focused, researchable with primary or secondary sources,
feasible to answer within practical constraints, specific,
complex enough to develop in a paper or thesis, and relevant
to your field of study or broader society. For example,
Research ques- from a research topic titled “Flexible Work Arrangements
tion: Precise and and Employee Satisfaction in a Technology Company,” a
relevant question can be framed as “How does the implementation of
flexible work arrangements affect employee job satisfaction
and productivity in a technology company?” Similarly, in a
social science research titled “Factors Contributing to College
Students’ Mental Health and Academic Performance,” a
relevant research question can be, “What are the underlying
factors contributing to the increasing rates of mental health
issues among college students, and how do these issues
impact academic performance and overall well-being?”

Research objectives

Research objectives are the intended outcomes of
conducting research. Typically, research projects contain
multiple objectives. Well-defined research objectives play a
crucial role in achieving the overall goals of the research. They
Research serve as guiding principles throughout the research journey,
objectives as influencing decisions related to data collection, analysis,
outcomes
drawing findings, research statements and conclusions.
Additionally, research objectives aid in narrowing down
the research focus and identifying key variables, thereby
providing direction and guidance throughout the research
process.

SGOU - SLM - Foundational Skills for Research and Writing 105