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Problem Statement Workshop

Investigate why students in HS chorus struggle with music reading skills, addressing the problem area within the choral curriculum. Provide local evidence, background, and significance of the issue to propose a study.

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Problem Statement Workshop

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  1. Problem Statement Workshop Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and Criminal Justice Summer Institute 2019

  2. General Information

  3. The “Problem” IS NOT: WHY SOMETHING IS HAPPENING IS NOT WHAT YOU PLAN ON DOING ABOUT IT THE PROBLEM IS WHAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED. PERIOD.

  4. The “Problem” • Define components and elements of the problem, if applicable. • Give a brief description of • the setting where the research study will take place • the profile of the organization and other pertinent general background information • other relevant information as determined by the committee • Discuss the feasibility of the research study within the context of your role within the organization. • Address gaps in the research literature and the rationale for your study (Deficiencies in the Evidence).

  5. Which of these are problem statements?

  6. Differences Among the Topic, Problem, Purpose, and Questions General Topic Music reading skills Research Problem Students are having difficulty mastering music reading skills in HS chorus To study the reasons students who join HS chorus cannot read music Purpose Statement To what extent is music reading part of the middle school choral curriculum? Research Question Specific

  7. Ready to start your prospectus or Chapter 1 of your proposal? Chapter 1: Introduction Topic This is a brief description of the proposed area of study. Evidence of the Existence of the Problem Provide local evidence that the problem actually exists Background and Significance Provide evidence from the literature and experience showing the need to study this problem. Think of the greater good for participants and possibly society. Include references. The research problem.This is an area of conflict, concern, or controversy. “The problem to be addressed by the proposed study is . . . .” Deficiencies in the Evidence Include a brief discussion that details (a) the area of need in relation to the problem and (b) the deficiency or lack of evidence in the literature. Audience Discuss who will be benefit from reading your study.

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