RESEARCH: steps in writing a research paper and parts of research paper

title page

the first page of a research paper and provides essential information about the study

abstract

is a short (about 100-500 word) summary of the entire paper. It should include: goald and objectives, results, and conclusions. It is usually one of the last parts of the paper to be written

introduction

has three main purpose. First, it provides backround and motivation for your topic (usually includes a review of current literature on the topic). Second, it describes the focus of the paper you are writing. Third, it gives an overview of what is contained in the paper’s various sections

methods/procedure

this described what you did, gives strategies, simple calculations, diagrams, and circuits, and descriptions of equipment. The goal here is to give the reader sufficient information to be able to repeat your work if desired.

provides background and motivation
describes the focus
gives an overview

three main purpose of introduction

goals

objectives
results
conclusions

when writing the abstract, it should include

results

this is where you prove your point with the data. give graphs and table of costs, profit, whatever your data is. Also, give some description or guide to help the readers recognize your important points

discussion/conclusion

here, state what you learned or proved. what are the major accomplishments of this work. you may also describe interesting observations, new questions and future work here.

bibliography

a list of references you used in the work and writing a paper

identify your research paper

Humans are naturally curious about a lot of things. You can use your curiosity to come up with an interesting research topic, Look around you. Keep a record of observations that make you wonder. Jot down questions that you have in mind but which are unanswered. Note everything that you find interesting. It may be in the field of science, math, English, and technology. It may also be a controversial issue.

preparing your references

After deciding on your topic, the next step is to check your library for availability of literature and related studies. It is necessary that there are - available resources that could help you substantiate your research proposal Gather as many related literatures as you can. It may be a magazine article, a newspaper, a thesis, a book, or a journal. Anything that gives you relevant information about your topic will be helpful in writing your research paper.

taking notes

Take time to read the literature that you gathered. Do purposeful reading. This means that as you read, you identify the information that will help you in writing your research paper Take note of the relevant pieces of information or highlight them by using a marker. This way, it will be easier for you to locate the information when the need arises.

formulating your research questions

Research questions provide direction to your research paper as you seek answers to them. Two or three well-formulated research questions are enough for your paper.

writing an outline

Now that you have formulated your research questions, it is time you write your research outline. An outline helps you organize your thoughts by presenting an overview of what you intend to include in your paper. Through an outline, you can eliminate unnecessary information and at the same time elaborate on topics relevant to your study. However, you have to remember that your outline is just your guide. You may modify the contents of your paper based on your reading.

writing the draft

With your research topic, research questions, and outline, you are now ready to write you research paper. You, then, have to expand your outline by explaining or discussing, and giving examples. Establish the strength of your research paper by justifying its importance and citing reliable references. This is possible if you have done extensive reading and gathered sufficient literature.

citation and referencing

Finally, make sure that you give due recognition to authors and sources of information which you have included in your research proposal. This is done through proper citation and referencing. Full publication details of works which you have cited should be reflected in your references.

identify your research paper
preparing your references
taking notes
formulating your research questions
writing an outline
writing the draft
citation and referencing

what are the steps in writing a research paper IN ORDER

follows an order

logically presents all the idea

logical

supported by facts and pieces of evidence

interprets the ideas fairly and objectively

interprets the ideas fairly and objectively (ito na yung sagot)

original

it does not copy other works

useful

___to other research studies

follows an order
logical
interprets the data fairly and objectively
original
useful

5 characteristics of a good research