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InstructionSheet:Chapter1-Introduction/ProblemStatement Objective: The purpose of this instruction sheet is to guide you in writing an effective introduction and problem statement for your Master′s thesis in Public Administration. This chapter sets the stage for your research by providing an overview of the problem, its significance, and the research question you aim to address. Instructions: 1. Contextualize the Problem: • Begin by providing background information on the broader context in which the problem exists. Explain why it is important to study this problem within the field of Public Administration. • Identify any key trends, events, or policy changes that have contributed to the emergence or relevance of the problem. 2. Define the Problem: • Clearly define the specific problem or research question your thesis aims to address. Be precise and concise in formulating the problem statement. • Consider using statistics, data, or real-world examples to illustrate the significance and urgency of the problem. 3. Significance of the Problem: • Discuss why it is essential to investigate this problem. Explain its potential impact on public administration theory, practice, or policymaking. • Highlight any gaps in existing knowledge or previous research that your study aims to fill. 4. Research Objectives: • Clearly state the main objectives of your research. These objectives should align with the problem statement and guide your study. • Outline the specific questions you seek to answer or the hypotheses you aim to test. 5. Scope and Limitations: • Define the boundaries and scope of your research. Explain what aspects of the problem you will focus on and what aspects you will exclude. • Discuss any potential limitations or challenges that may affect the validity or generalizability of your findings. 6 6. Structure of the Thesis: • Provide an overview of how your thesis is organized. Briefly describe the subsequent chapters and explain how they contribute to addressing the research problem. 7. Referencing: • Throughout the introduction, include references to relevant literature, theories, or empirical studies to support your statements and provide context. • Use proper citation and referencing techniques following the APA style guide. Remember, the introduction and problem statement should capture the reader′s attention, provide a clear understanding of the problem, and justify the importance of your research. The chapter should be well-structured, concise, and supported by relevant sources. 7 4. InstructionSheet: Chapter2-Background Objective: The purpose of this instruction sheet is to guide you in writing an effective background chapter for your Master′s thesis in Public Administration. The background chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the historical context, the policy under analysis (in the case of policy analysis), or a thorough presentation of the research problem without overlapping the literature review that follows. Instructions: 1. Historical Context: • If you choose to focus on the historical context, provide a detailed account of the historical developments, events, and factors that are relevant to your research topic. • Discuss the historical evolution of the problem, policy, or phenomenon you are studying within the field of Public Administration. • Analyze the historical trends, changes, or reforms that have influenced the development of the topic and its current significance. 2. Policy Analysis (if applicable): • If you choose to analyze a specific policy, provide a comprehensive overview of the policy itself. Explain its objectives, scope, implementation, and impact. • Identify the key stakeholders, institutions, and actors involved in the policy- making process. • Discuss the historical background and rationale behind the policy, including any major policy shifts, reforms, or controversies associated with it. • Analyze the policy′s intended goals and assess its effectiveness in achieving them. 3. In-depth Presentation of the Research Problem: • If you choose to present an in-depth analysis of the research problem, provide a comprehensive overview of the problem′s context, scope, and significance. • Clearly define the research problem and explain why it is important to study it within the field of Public Administration. • Identify the key factors, trends, or challenges associated with the research problem and discuss their implications. 8 4. Conceptual Framework • If you have developed a conceptual framework, briefly introduce it in this chapter. Provide an overview of the main concepts, variables, and relationships within the framework. • Explain how the conceptual framework aligns with the research problem and contributes to understanding it. • However, avoid providing an in-depth discussion of the conceptual framework, as it will be covered in detail in a separate chapter. 5. Referencing: • Throughout the chapter, include references to relevant literature, historical documents, policy documents, or scholarly sources to support your statements and provide context. • Use proper citation and referencing techniques following the APA style guide. Remember, the background chapter sets the stage for your research by providing the necessary context and understanding of the historical developments, policy under analysis, or the research problem itself. Choose one of the three approaches based on your research focus. Present a well-structured, concise, and supported chapter that provides the necessary background information to comprehend the significance and relevance of your study in the field of Public Administration 3. bjective: The purpose of this instruction sheet is to guide you in developing the methodology chapter for your Master′s thesis in Public Administration. The focus will be on using a qualitative analysis approach with secondary data. You will present your methodology for source identification in the scientific literature in a transparent manner, including the specific search engines used and how they were employed. Additionally, you will outline your process of paring down or narrowing down, which involves applying criteria and filters to reduce the number of articles for analysis. You will also address the selection criteria for non-scientific sources, clearly listing them separately as they should be limited in number. Finally, you will include a paragraph identifying the themes that will serve as headers in the literature review chapter and emphasize the use of sources to inform readers about the state-of-the-art methods employed in qualitative analysis of secondary data. Ensure the methodology chapter explains the analytical strategies involved in analyzing secondary data qualitatively.