Introduction

• Introduction gives a description of the problem/gap that will be addressed
• General Guidelines in Writing the Introduction

  • Must have an introductory paragraph (topic area)
  • Must catch the attention of the readers
  • Contains dramatic and general statements/facts about the study
  • Must be as short as a single page
  • Briefly describes the general topic
• Criteria in Writing a Good Introduction

  • Use the present tense when referring to work that has already been published, but past tense when referring to one’s own study.
  • Use the active voice as much as possible.
  • Avoid lengthy or unfocused reviews of previous research.
• Active Voice

  
• Passive Voice

  
• Outline of the Introduction:

  • 1st Paragraph - Current Local Situation (facts and statistics)
  • 2nd Paragraph - Gap/Problems to be addressed "Why is it necessary to address the gap?"
  • 3rd Paragraph - Introduce the Variables (main material/s to be used, target IV and DV)
  • 4th Paragraph - Introduction of proposed solution, convince the readers, "Why is it a potential solution to the gap?"
  • 5th Paragraph - State the Main and Specific Objectives of the Study