Preparing for a Proposal

Introduction

This is the section/part of the paper that provides readers with the background information for the proposed topic. It should:

• create reader's interest in the topic
• state the broad idea/foundation for the problem that leads to the study/research.
• place the study within larger context and reach out to a specific audience.

 

Statement of the Problems

It describes the context for the study and it also identifies the general analysis approach. A problem statement should be presented within a context, and the context should be provided and briefly explained. Effective problem statements answer the question:

Why does this research need to be conducted?

The answer should be clear and succinct.

 

Purpose of the Study/Objectives

The purpose statement should provide:

• a specific and accurate synopsis of the overall purpose of the study.
• clearly identifed and defined central concepts or ideas of the study.
• you may start with: "The purpose of this study is...."
• the unit of analysis in the study