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RES04_Res Pro CO3_#3

RESEARCH PROJECT CO3 _ Abstracts_ #3

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Define an abstract. A short, self-contained summary of the entire research paper.
Is an abstract a review or evaluation? No, it is neither.
Length of an abstract. 6–7 sentences or 150–250 words.
What does an abstract contain? Overview of introduction, method, results, interpretation, conclusion.
What should an abstract express? Thesis and key points.
What should an abstract suggest? Implications or applications of the research.
Is an abstract an excerpt from the paper? No, it is an original summary.
First element of an abstract. Reason for writing.
What does “reason for writing” address? Importance of research and reader interest.
Second element of an abstract. Problem addressed by the study.
What does the “problem” element include? Scope, main argument, thesis, or claim.
Third element of an abstract. Methodology.
What may methodology include? Models, approaches, or types of evidence used.
Fourth element of an abstract. Results.
How may results be presented? Specific data or general findings.
Fifth element of an abstract. Implications.
What do implications address? Contribution to knowledge and applications of findings.
Why include implications? To show practical or theoretical value.
Purpose of an abstract. Present thesis, key points, and significance in one paragraph.
Why must an abstract be self-contained? It must stand alone without needing the full paper.
 

 



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