2.3 Anatomy Of A Research Article

Question 0

This is a summary of the research report and typically runs no more than 120 words. It includes information about the hypothesis, the procedure, and the broad pattern of results. Called the ____

Answer 0

abstract

Question 1

Research articles usually have five sections: an ____, an ____, a ____ section, a ____ section, and a ____ section.

Answer 1

abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion

Question 2

In this section, the research outlines the problem that has been investigated. Past research and theories relevant to the problem are described in detail. Called the ____

Answer 2

introduction

Question 3

Also in the introduction section the specific expectations of the researcher are noted, often as formal ____.

Answer 3

hypotheses

Question 4

This section is divided into subsections, the number of subsections determined by the author and dependent on the complexity of the research design. Called the ____ section

Answer 4

method

Question 5

In this section, the researcher presents the findings, usually in three ways. Called the ____ section

Answer 5

results

Question 6

Results 1: First, there is a description in ____ form.

Answer 6

narrative

Question 7

Results 2: Second, the results are described in ____ language.

Answer 7

statistical

Question 8

Results 3: Third, the material is often depicted in ____ and ____.

Answer 8

tables and graphs

Question 9

In this section, the researcher reviews the research from various perspectives. Called the ____ section.

Answer 9

discussion