Students must submit a research problem statement that begins to define the parameters of their semester-long literature review. Your research problem statement should build on your personal research statement. Whereas the personal research statement was situating your personal interests as they relate to research, this assignment situates your research interest within the broader context of the literature. Not surprisingly, this step requires you to be somewhat familiar with the literature on your specific topic.
In the research problem statement, you should refer to the literature to begin to outline the scope of your project. Remember that the scope of you project must be narrow enough for you to adequately address the issue. If you are unsure then ask the instructor. A minimum of three credible sources must be utilized in this assignment. Items to address for this assignment include, but are not limited to, the following:
Please write like a normal college student