Six main chapters of a research paper

Six main chapters of a research paper

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  THE BODY OF A RESEARCHPAPER: SIX MAIN CHAPTERS
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  THE BODY OFA RESEARCH PAPER:  SIX MAIN CHAPTERS 1. INTRODUCTION This is the first part of Chapter 1, and it consists of the following: background of the study, statement of the problem, significance of the study, and scope and delimination of the study,
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   An effectiveintroduction may be achieved by:  using a relevant and striking quotation  relating a relevant but striking anecdote or incident  asking a series of questions  using a striking statement of your own  Background of the Study This is a brief statement of the origin of the problem . It is an account describing the circumstances which suggest the research .
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  Statement of theProblem The definition of the problem is the first main step in writing the research paper. It should be stated precisely, accurately, and clearly. The problem can be expressed in question or declarative form. Ex. BroadTopic: Problems of Drug Addiction SpecificTopic: The Effects of Drug Addiction on the Human Body
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  Significance of theStudy This part states the significance of the study and its result. It covers an expression of the study’s relevance to fill certain needs.  Scope and Delimination of the Study The scope of the study identifies a reasonable area covered by the study. A specific statement of the study must indicate the subjects, the number, and the treatment involved in the study.
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  2. CONCEPTUAL ANDTHEORETICAL FRAMEWORK Aconceptual framework is based on generally accepted methods, practises, etc. A theoretical framework deals with interrelated theories which must be presented in more detail as they are not totally tangible.
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  This part presentsa theoretical or conceptual scheme for the research problem. This is usually presented in a diagram showing the interrelationship of the variables. Ex. Input Process Analysis Output Review of Related Literature and Studies
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  The ideas andconcepts taken by the researcher from various sources should be restated in the researcher’s own words and should be woven into the paper, which he can call his own. For coherence, unity and clarity; the researcher can do the ff: • Adopt a point of view and adhere to it throughout the research; • Only ideas that will help explain the topic should be included
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  • Have anexpression that will anticipate the next topic at the end of each paragraph; • Be consistent with the use of person and tense Hypothesis These are tentative statements about the given research topic. Definition ofTerms This part includes the operational and conceptual definition of significant terms used in the research paper.
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  3. METHODOLOGY This chapterincludes the research design, the procedure for data collection, and data analysis procedure. Research design is a description of the conditions for data collections and analysis. 4. PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF DATA This part summarizes the data collected and presents its analysis. It includes the explanations, implications and applications of the results of the collected data.
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  5. SUMMARY ANDCONCLUSIONS This is the last chapter of the research, which includes an overview of the research. It consists of the restatement of the problem, the procedures and the findings.  First draft  First revision  Documentation
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  6. BIBLIOGRAPHY It isan alphabetical list of source and materials that have been used in the study. It enables the reader to have a scholarly grasp of the study. This part may be divided into books, periodicals, documents and unpublished works. Ex. Books Dawson, A. C. (1993). Managing Stress. Boston: Littlefield, Adams and Co. Periodicals Delos Santos, R.G. (1998, October). How to ManageTest Anxiety. MedicalJournal. 11-15