Defining the Case and Creating Problem Statements Assignment Instructions

Overview

Researchers describe the background of the problem to define the root problem and explain the organizational consequences. The problem statement is a foundational component of the research study. In this assignment, you will use the provided single case study scenario to determine the root problem. Then, you will research the root problem in the literature to determine how it starts and the organizational consequences that result from the root problem.

Instructions

After reviewing the required material stated in this week’s module, address the following in a written paper using the current APA format:

· Using the provided single case study scenario, write a one to two-page background of the problem, discussing how the problem started (i.e., root problem) and why the problem needs to be studied (i.e., organizational consequences.)

· You will create a problem statement based on the provided single case study scenario.

o The first sentence will be the general problem sentence.

o The next three to four sentences will support the general problem sentence, showing that the problem currently exists. Each supporting sentence must be supported with a different peer-reviewed scholarly source no older than five (5) years. 

o The last sentence will be the specific problem sentence and must include the location of the study and organization type.

Required Format

Cover page

Abstract

Introduction

Background of the Problem

Problem Statement

References

Additional Requirements

Use the provided Defining the Case and Creating a Problem Statement Assignment Template. 

This 1,000 minimum, 1,500 maximum word paper needs to be written to include these guidelines:

• The required title,      abstract, running head, table, and reference pages are not included in the      required assignment word count but are required as part of your paper. 

· Materials submitted to fulfill requirements in one course may not be submitted in another course. Concerns about the propriety of obtaining outside assistance and acknowledging sources should be addressed to the instructor of the course before the work commences and as necessary as the work proceeds.

· This paper must include at least seven references from peer-reviewed scholarly articles that have publication dates no older than 5 years. Do not use any books. 

• All parts of      the assignment must be based on peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
• In-text      citations are required to support your (a) statements, (b) points, (c) assertions,      (d) issues, (e) arguments, (f) concerns, (g) paragraph topic sentences,      and (h) statements of fact and opinion. Refer to Section 8.1, Appropriate      Level of Citation on pages 253 and 254 in the APA Manual (7th ed.).
• Do      not provide any personal opinions. 
• Refrain from using phrases such as,      “in this paper.” 
• Sources      of information from Wikipedia, dictionaries, websites, blogs, and encyclopedias      will not be accepted.
• A paragraph is defined in this course      as being at least 4 sentences in length and structured in a cohesive      manner.      Consider using the MEAL approach for writing paragraphs:
  • M – Main topic using peer-reviewed       scholarly sources.
  • E – Evidence to support the main       topic using peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
  • A – Analysis (e.g., for and against)       of the evidence using peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
  • L – Lead back to the main topic or       to the main topic in the next paragraph using peer-reviewed scholarly       sources.
• Avoid      (a) clichés, (b) slang, (c) jargon, (d) exaggerations, (e) abbreviations, (f)      figurative language, and (g) language that is too informal and too      subjective. 
• Submit      your final document for grading with file name syntax: LastNameFirstInitial Assignment Name #.      For example: SmithJ_Assignment Name.doc (no .pdfs)

Grading Metrics

Consult the accompanying rubric for how this assignment will be graded. Also, any form of plagiarism, including copying and pasting, will result in zero points for the entire assignment. All quoted materials must be properly cited in the current APA format.

Note: The Turnitin plagiarism tool will be used to check your assignment for originality. The tool is a starting point for instructors to check overall Academic Integrity; higher scores generally indicate a higher probability of Academic Misconduct. The higher the score, the higher the probability that there are too many quotations included in the narrative, and/or there are passages that have not been properly cited.