Practical Research 1

1. Writing the Background of the
Study
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2. What is the background of a study?
The background of a study is the first section of the paper and
establishes the context underlying the research. It contains the
rationale, the key problem statement, and a brief overview of research
questions that are addressed in the rest of the paper.
The background forms the crux of the study because it
introduces an unaware audience to the research and its importance in
a clear and logical manner. At times, the background may even
explore whether the study builds on or refutes findings from previous
studies.
Any relevant information that the readers need to know before
delving into the paper should be made available to them in the
background.

3. How is a background different from the introduction?
The introduction of your research paper is presented before the
background. Let’s find out what factors differentiate the background
from the introduction.
 The introduction only contains preliminary data about the research
topic and does not state the purpose of the study. On the contrary,
the background clarifies the importance of the study in detail.
 The introduction provides an overview of the research topic from a
broader perspective, while the background provides a detailed
understanding of the topic.
 The introduction should end with the mention of the research
questions, aims, and objectives of the study. In contrast, the
background follows no such format and only provides essential
context to the study.

4. How should one write the background of a research paper?
The length and detail presented in the background varies for different research
papers, depending on the complexity and novelty of the research topic. At
times, a simple background suffices, even if the study is complex.
Before writing and adding details in the background, take a note of these
additional points:
Start with a strong beginning: Begin the background by defining the
research topic and then identify the target audience.
Cover key components: Explain all theories, concepts, terms, and ideas that
may feel unfamiliar to the target audience thoroughly.
Take note of important prerequisites: Go through the relevant literature in
detail. Take notes while reading and cite the sources.

5. Maintain a balance: Make sure that the background is focused on important
details, but also appeals to a broader audience.
Include historical data: Current issues largely originate from historical events
or findings. If the research borrows information from a historical context, add
relevant data in the background.
Explain novelty: If the research study or methodology is unique or novel,
provide an explanation that helps to understand the research better.
Increase engagement: To make the background engaging, build a story
around the central theme of the research

6. Ambiguity: Don’t be ambiguous. While writing, assume
that the reader does not understand any intricate detail
about your research.
Unrelated themes: Steer clear from topics that are not
related to the key aspects of your research topic.
Poor organization: Do not place information without a
structure. Make sure that the background reads in a
chronological manner and organize the sub-sections so
that it flows well.
Avoid these mistakes while writing the background:

7. Ist paragraph- Researcher’s Overview of the topic
2nd Paragraph –Previous studies of the area being
research: Global, Local ( Entire Country, & in Davao City)
3rd Paragraph – School Context
1. Why the topic becomes an issue in the school
2. What’s the reason why the researchers decided to
conduct the research.
3. Declarative statement of the objective of the study
What to write in the Background of the Study