Research Conclusions and Recommendations

These flashcards cover key concepts and guidelines related to drawing conclusions and formulating recommendations in research.

What is a conclusion in research?

A precise statement that answers the research questions and summarizes the main idea of the study.

What should conclusions avoid?

Conclusions should avoid introducing new information and instead stay focused on the main objectives of the study.

How should research conclusions be written?

Conclusions should be stated in clear and simple language, emphasizing insights drawn from the findings.

What are research implications?

Logical relations and results drawn from research findings, connected to specific theory or practice.

What is a practical implication?

A realistic explanation of what research findings might mean in practice.

What is a theoretical implication?

A statement that supports or contradicts a theory or previous findings.

What should recommendations in research do?

Recommendations should suggest a course of action based on the findings and aims to lead to a successful outcome.

What are two purposes of research recommendations?

To identify areas of concern and address limitations encountered in research.

What is an important aspect of writing recommendations?

Recommendations should be specific, practical, clear, and concise.

What does Self-Determination Theory suggest about motivation?

It suggests that high intrinsic motivation is linked to fulfilling students' needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness.