CARA MEMBUAT JUDUL & LATAR BELAKANG PENELITIAN DISERTASI (S3) |ANSHAR AKIL

Summary

This transcript outlines key principles for writing a research proposal, focusing on the importance of a clear and structured research title. It emphasizes that a title should contain focus, field, and locus, while also advising against overly long or complex titles. The speaker discusses how the background of a study should present the problem or phenomenon being addressed and its significance. The transcript also touches on the process of defining the research problem, ensuring the research is original, and situating the study within existing literature, highlighting gaps that the new research will address.

Takeaways

• 😀 Focus on having a clear and structured research proposal, with key elements like title, focus, field, and locus.
• 😀 The title of a research proposal should include three essential components: focus, field, and locus. For example, 'Symbolic Interaction between Leaders and Subordinates in Improving Accreditation'.
• 😀 Keep research titles concise and avoid long, complex phrases. Ideally, titles should not exceed 12-15 words.
• 😀 Avoid titles with a main clause and a sub-clause. The title should be simple and direct.
• 😀 A good research title should reflect the problem you want to study and ideally should be derived from theory rather than just a phenomenon.
• 😀 Research should begin with a clear understanding of the problem or phenomenon you aim to investigate, ensuring that the study addresses something meaningful and significant.
• 😀 In qualitative research, the background should describe the phenomenon being studied, using observations, media reports, or research findings as sources.
• 😀 The research problem may not always be a negative issue but could reflect something unusual, intriguing, or of practical importance, even if it's a positive change, like an increase in accreditation.
• 😀 The background of the research should outline the relevance of the study, the gap in existing research, and why the topic is crucial for further investigation.
• 😀 It’s important to differentiate your research from previous studies by focusing on new aspects like the role of leadership in improving accreditation, which has not been sufficiently explored before.

Q & A

What are the three key components that should be included in the title of a research proposal?

The three key components are focus, field, and locus. The focus refers to what is being studied, the field refers to the subject area, and the locus refers to the specific context or location of the study.

Why is it important to have a clear and concise title in a research proposal?

A clear and concise title helps to ensure that the research problem is communicated effectively and that the focus of the study is easily understood. It also prevents confusion and allows for better focus in the research process.

What should be avoided when creating a title for a research proposal?

Titles should avoid being overly long or complex. It is also important to steer clear of titles with both an independent and dependent clause. Ideally, the title should be no longer than 12-15 words.

What is the difference between starting a research title based on a phenomenon versus a theory?

Starting with a phenomenon may make it harder to find relevant theories, while starting with a theory provides a more structured approach, making it easier to identify related phenomena and areas of research.

What is the purpose of the background section in a research proposal?

The background section explains why the research topic is important and provides context for the study. It describes the research problem, often by highlighting a gap or discrepancy between expectations and reality.

Can a research problem involve positive phenomena? How is this explained?

Yes, a research problem can involve positive phenomena. For example, a study might focus on the unexpected improvement of a faculty's accreditation after a leadership change, which is a positive outcome but still warrants investigation.

What are the four elements to consider when writing the background of a qualitative research proposal?

The four elements are: describing the phenomenon, explaining the importance of the topic, providing context (such as specific cases or examples), and justifying the need for the study, especially when there is a lack of research in the area.

How does the research significance section contribute to a research proposal?

The research significance section outlines the potential contributions of the study, highlighting how it fills gaps in existing research and offering new insights that can benefit the field or lead to the development of new theories or methodologies.

How should the research problem be framed in the background section of a research proposal?

The research problem should be framed as a gap or issue that requires investigation. It can arise from discrepancies, unexpected phenomena, or areas where existing studies are lacking, with the goal of addressing these issues through the proposed research.

What is the role of theory in shaping the research title and proposal?

Theory plays an important role in guiding the research direction. When the title is based on theory, it helps to clarify the scope of the study, aligns the research with existing theoretical frameworks, and ensures that the study is grounded in established academic concepts.