Lecture 7 Part 2

Question 1

Explain the structure of the motivation section.

Answer 1

Part 1:

Introduce the topic of research and provide a brief definition of the most important concepts/constructs

Part 2:

Provide an overview of the Theoretical Foundations and explain where there is a gap in the literature and why there is a need for research

Part 3:

Based on the need for research, present the the research question, the main goal of the the research and a summary of the method used.

Part 4:

Explain how the findings will add knowledge to the current literature and can help managers and/or policymakers to make decisions.

Question 2

Explain the structure of the discussion section.

Answer 2

1. Assert if you have answered your research questions.
2. Explain to the reader how many findings emerged and describe each of them
3. Draft a paragraph of discussion for each finding, by explaining why the findings are important or relevant according to your research goals.

Question 3

What is in the limitation section included?

Answer 3

-Could you have used another method of data collection?
-Could the research design have been different/improved?
-Should you consider some issues related to the sample?

-Be aware what is not covered in your study

Question 4

What is in the future research section included?

Answer 4

Are there findings that you did not anticipate? If so, how can these unexpected findings suggest a need for future research?

Were there aspects of the research questions that were not answered? If that the case, how could future research provide an answer to them?