CMP-9701P v3

Miles, A. D. (2022). Problem statement Development: How to write a problem statement in a dissertation. Academia.
This article provides guidance on steps to creating a problem statement. A helpful model and template are included that in addition to the Problem Development form from Lesson 1 can help you turn research findings and future research suggestions into a specific problem statement.

National University Library (2023, April). Problem statement overview. National University.
This resource provides good basic information about problem statements, including the relationship between the “problem” and the research (i.e., that the research is not proposed to “solve” the problem but provides good research findings practitioners can use in developing and implementing solutions). Read the “How to write a Problem Statement” and “Problem Statement Example” sections lower on the webpage.

Trochim, W.M.K. (n.d.). Research Methods Knowledge Base.
Read the section on Problem Formulation to understand how researchers can use personal experience or interest combined with the research literature to identify potential research areas.

National University Library (2019). Can the library assist me with my problem statement? National University.
This resource provides information about university support services available to assist you in writing your dissertation problem statement.

Udo-Akang, D. (2012). Theoretical constructs, concepts, and applications. American International Journal of Contemporary Research, 2(9). 09-05-56.pdf (d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net)
This article discusses the importance of theory to research, including different aspects of theory and theories. This information may be helpful in considering if a theory or theoretical constructs are key issues, concepts or relationships of interest within a research problem.