Major Parts of a Research Paper

The main issue a research study aims to address.

A clear and precise description of a research problem, including variables, population, and setting.

Questions that explore aspects of a research problem, and define the study objectives.

Measurable factors in a research study that vary or change.

The environment or context where the research is conducted.

Investigating if a connection exists between two factors, not necessarily cause and effect.

Trying to see if changing one factor causes a change in another.

Actions taken to influence a variable for research purposes.

A method of managing a classroom to improve cleanliness.

Areas where more knowledge is needed.

Specific method of conducting a research project.

Specific objectives of a research study.

The main goal of a research study.

Specific aspects of the research topic that are investigated within the overall goal.

A good research question should be clear, specific, smart, and address the overall purpose of the study.

Use verbs that imply an action, like 'determine', 'analyze', 'measure', 'explore', etc. to describe the type of investigation.

Objectives are statements, research questions are inquiries. The goal is to convert an objective into a clear question that guides the investigation.

Questions that investigate specific aspects of a broader research question.

Ensure your research questions directly correspond to the main and sub-objectives you've defined.

Use the action-oriented verb in your objective to form a question.

A clear and specific explanation of a concept used in a research study. It defines terms according to how they are used within the research.

A section in a research paper that summarizes and analyzes existing research on a topic to provide context and identify gaps for the current study.

The purpose of the RRL is to establish the background and context of a study, showing what is already known and identifying areas where more research is needed.

Data for the RRL comes from reliable sources such as journals, books, articles, and other reference materials.

It's essential to present information from existing sources in your own words, with proper citation, rather than directly copying or lifting them.

A key concept or area of focus within the RRL that provides the foundation for the research study.

Specific areas within the main topic of the RRL that provide more detailed information and analysis.

The process of combining and connecting different ideas and findings from the RRL to create a comprehensive understanding of the topic.

Different parts that make up a research paper, including the title page, table of contents, body, references, and appendices.

The first page of a research paper that includes essential information like the title, author(s), and date.

A list of the main parts of a research paper with their corresponding page numbers.

A section where researchers thank individuals or organizations who contributed to their research.

Additional materials that supplement the main body of the research paper, such as questionnaires, interview questions, or data tables.

The process of creating research tools like questionnaires, interviews, and observations that are used to gather data.

The systematic process of collecting and measuring information on study variables to answer research questions.

Non-numerical information, like words, descriptions, images, or videos, that captures themes and patterns in research.

Principles that guide research practices and ensure the rights of participants are protected.

Participants freely choose to take part in a research study without coercion or pressure.

Participants are fully informed about the study's purpose, procedures, and potential risks before agreeing to participate.

Participants' identities are kept secret, even from the researchers.

Participants' information is kept private and not shared with others without their permission.