"Setting the Stage:
Background of the Study
in Research and
the United Nations
Sustainable Development
Importance of the Background
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Definition: Background of the
Study
Significance in Research
Setting the Context
Identifying Gaps
Importance of SDGs in
Research
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Aligning Research with Global Goals
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Addressing Global Challenges
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Research for Sustainable Solutions
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SDGs as a universal call to action
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Research's role in achieving the SDGs
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Enhanced relevance and impact of research
Elements of an Effective
Background of the Study
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Clear research problem statement
Contextualization within broader societal
issues
Identification of gaps in knowledge
Significance of the study
Research as a Catalyst for Change
Steps to Align Your Research
Background with SDGs
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1 - Choose the Relevant SDGs
• Select one or more SDGs that relate to your
research
• Consider the SDG's thematic areas and
relevance
Steps to Align Your Research
Background with SDGs
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2 - Understand the Goals and Targets
• Dive deep into the specific goals and targets
• Explore their indicators and context
Steps to Align Your Research
Background with SDGs
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3 - Identify Interconnections
• Analyze how your research topic aligns with other
SDGs
• Highlight potential positive or negative impacts
Steps to Align Your Research
Background with SDGs
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4 - Define Your Research Problem
• Formulate your research question in the context of SD
• Show how your study addresses a societal challenge
Steps to Align Your Research
Background with SDGs
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5 - Highlight the Significance
Explain the potential contributions to the selected
SDGs
Emphasize how your research can lead to positive
change
Goal Alignment: An Example
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Research Topic: Renewable Energy Adoption
• SDG Alignment: Goal 7 - Affordable and
Clean Energy
• How Research Aligns: Investigating Barriers
to Adoption
Identifying Relevance: An Example
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Research Topic: Women's Empowerment
SDG Alignment: Goal 5 - Gender Equality
How Research Aligns: Analyzing the Impact of
Education on Women's Empowerment
Highlighting Contribution: An
Example
• Research Topic: Food Security
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SDG Alignment: Goal 2 - Zero Hunger
• How Research Aligns: Developing Sustainable
Agricultural Practices
Research as a Catalyst for Change
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Role of Researchers
Influence on Policy and Practice
Promoting Sustainable Development
Practical Examples
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Case Study 1: Environmental
Conservation
Case Study 2: Poverty Alleviation
Case Study 3: Healthcare Access
Seatwork (1 whole sheer of paper)
Determine
the SDG of your research title
and identify the following:
Goal
alignment
Relevance
Highlight contribution
Catalysts for change