Description
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.
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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:
o M – Main topic using peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
o E – Evidence to support the main topic using peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
o A – Analysis (e.g., for and against) of the evidence using peer-reviewed scholarly
sources.
o 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.
