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CHAPTER 2: IDENTIFYING A RESEARCH PROBLEM

STAGES OF DEFINITION OF A PROBLEM.

"The definition of the scientific problem is the first and most important step of the entire research process." The problem allows us to know and delimit the terrain of the unknown, it is decisive in the final result: an incorrect definition leads us to find a solution.

Identify the main problems of the situation analyzed.

Center the analysis on a problem (main problem).

The formal problem as a negative state.

Prioritize existing problems (non-random, fictitious or future).

Do not confuse the problem with the lack of a solution.

THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECTS TO DEFINE A PROBLEM.

Start with what is known. When the group members enter the door at the beginning of the meeting, what do they think about the situation? There are a variety of different ways to find this information

Decide what information is needed. Information is the key to effective decision making.

Analyze the problem. Once the group has defined the problem and agreed that they want to work towards a solution, it is time to analyze the problem in depth. This was started when information was gathered to define the problem, but now, it is time to pay more attention to the details and make sure that everyone understands the problem completely.

Gather information about the problem. You can collect any of the various types of information available.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH.

Qualitative and quantitative research has different methods. In terms of qualitative research, they are designed to obtain different types of insights. The following are the most popular qualitative research methods

The object of study of quantitative research is static data from which probabilistic conclusions are drawn. The qualitative methods focus mainly on processes, that is, on dynamic aspects, and focus on the subjective experience of the phenomena from the perspective of the subjects of analysis.

METHODS OF QUALITATIVE INVESTIGATION

Ethnography

Deep interviews

Focus groups

Daily studies

Research communities.

METHODS OF QUANTITATIVE INVESTIGATION

The polls

Panels

Its adequate approach not only implies considering the problematic situation, it is also necessary to glimpse the possible ways of solution. The correct approach to the problem means, sometimes, more than half of its solution.