BEGIN THE INVESTIGATION

IN LINE I STAND, NEVER IN THE REAR,

ALWAYS AHEAD, BUT NOT QUITE HERE.
YESTERDAY'S PARTNER, TOMORROW'S FRIEND,
WHAT AM I, ON TIME'S ENDLESS BEND?
 CONTENT
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
 OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:

a. Define statement of the problem and conceptual framework;

b. Recognize the importance of the statement of the problem in
research; and
c. Write your statement of the problem based on your approved
research title.
PART 1
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
For every problem, there would be an answer. And for every
answer, there could be a question. A problem without a clear
question in mind is like you are seeking for an answer in a
directionless manner.

After the researcher has clearly presented the rationale of the

problem, the formulation of the targeted and well-defined
problem must follow. This well-defined problem is commonly
pertained to the “Statement of the Problem.”
 TWO TYPES OF PROBLEMS
1. GENERAL PROBLEM - pertains to the opening paragraph
that gives specific details on other essential elements which
are the purpose, major variables, participants, setting, and
time coverage of the study.
2. SPECIFIC PROBLEM - Unlike the general problem, which is
stated in a declarative form, the Specific Problems are
stated as questions. These formulated questions, moreover,
should all be anchored on the general problem.
 GUIDELINES IN THE WRITING OF THE
GENERAL PROBLEM
(CRISTOBAL AND CRISTOBAL, 2017)

1. The general problem should clearly state the main task/s of the
researcher.
2. The general problem should present the major variable/s related to
the phenomenon to be investigated.
3. The general problem should identify the participants of the study.
4. The general problem should state the research setting as well as the
time period of the study.
5. The general problem may indicate the intended output of the study
such as an intervention program, module, policies, etc.
 SPECIFIC PROBLEM
Unlike the general problem, which is stated in a declarative
form, the specific problems are stated as questions.

The researcher must also know that a specific question to be

formulated must be a researchable question, that is, it should
begin with words such as “what” and “how.”

Non-researchable questions, as in, those which are answerable

by “yes” or “no” should be avoided.
INSTITUTIONALIZED FORMAT
SOP 1: Challenges, experiences, difficulties
SOP 2: Coping Mechanisms/strategies/ways
SOP 3: Drive/motivation
SOP 4: Intervention program (OPTIONAL)
NON-RESEARCHABLE

1. Do the participants use social media platforms for their communication

purposes?
2. Are the participants using emojis in their online communication?
3. Can the participants understand the meaning of emojis used in conversations?
4. Will the emojis be used for a language content learning presentation strategy?

RESEARCHABLE

1. What are the most frequently used emojis by the participants in the corpus?
2. What are the pragmatic functions of emojis in the corpus?
3. How do multiple emojis affect the meaning of the discourse?
4. What learning content presentation strategy can be proposed based on the
results of the study?
 PART 2

CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK
 CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
Illustrates what the researcher expects to find in the research; it
guides the researcher by giving clear directions to the research.

It explains the major variables in the study. It is a diagram

representing the relationship or connections of variables.
 TWO FORMS OF
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
1. Cause and Effect - A cause and effect conceptual
framework is a graphical or written representation that
illustrates the relationships between various variables or
factors in a system, emphasizing the cause-and-effect
connections.
 TWO FORMS OF
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
2. I-P-O (Input-Process-Output) - The I.P.O. (Input-Process-
Output) framework is a conceptual model that delineates the
functioning of a system or process by categorizing its elements
into three key components. This framework offers a structured
approach to comprehend the flow and transformation of
elements within a system, aiding in systematic analysis and
understanding.
ACTIVITY!
 THE END

ANY
QUESTIONS?
1. This section allows the researcher to present other essential elements of research undertaking such as the
major variables, objectives, and appropriate methodology.

a. Conceptual Framework b. Introduction c. Statement of the Problem d. Theoretical Framework

2. What are the two types of problem that must be considered when writing the Statement of the Problem?

a. General and Specific Problem b. Cause and Effect c. Scope and Limitation d. International and National

3. It explains the major variables in the study. It is a diagram representing the relationship or connections of
variables.

a. Introduction b. Research Process c. Theoretical Framework d. Conceptual Framework

4. It is a type of conceptual framework that aims to showcase how changes in one variable may lead to
changes in another.

a. Conceptual Framework b. Cause and Effect c. Scope and Limitation d. I.P.O.

5. This framework offers a structured approach to comprehend the flow and transformation of elements
within a system, aiding in systematic analysis and understanding.

a. Schematic diagram b. I-P-O c. Introduction d. Cause and Effect

C. Statement of the Problem
A. General and Specific Problem
D. Conceptual Framework
B. Cause and Effect
B. I-P-O
SUBMIT TOMORROW
(7:30AM - 8:00AM)

INTRODUCTION

THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM