How to Ground the Research Problem and Frame the Research Question

Fatiha Hammar; Toufik Boukhedouni

doi:10.63939/ajts.xp89re93

Authors

Fatiha Hammar University of Tizi Ouzou, Tizi Ouzou, Algeria Author https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2150-9439
Toufik Boukhedouni University of Jijel, Jijel, Algeria Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8915-8686

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63939/ajts.xp89re93

Keywords:

Research Problem, Research Questions, Problem Formulation, Research Methodology, Theoretical Framework, Research Variables

Abstract

This research paper aims to ground the research problem and clarify its fundamental dimensions by examining the theoretical and practical contexts related to the topic. It also seeks to direct the scientific question in a way that ensures precision and clarity in the research path, linking the research question to the study’s objectives and its core components. This stage constitutes a clear methodological framework for the research problem, which helps in analyzing the results and drawing accurate scientific conclusions. It also enables the development of a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing the problem under study.

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Author Biographies

Fatiha Hammar, University of Tizi Ouzou, Tizi Ouzou, Algeria

Fatiha Hammar contributed to the conceptualization of the study, the development of its methodology, the review of the relevant literature, and the preparation of the original manuscript.
Toufik Boukhedouni, University of Jijel, Jijel, Algeria

Toufik Boukhedouni contributed to the conceptualization of the study, the critical analysis and validation of its content, and the review and editing of the manuscript.

Both authors read and approved the final version of the manuscript and agree to be accountable for its content.

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