WritingDiscussionSections精选.pptx

Writing Discussion Sections;Guidelines;2. In the discussion, refer to the research hypotheses, purposes, or questions stated in the introduction. Indicate whether the data support the hypotheses, whether the purpose were achieved, or what answers were obtained for the research questions. Of course, you did this in the results section—probably in some detail with a number of statistics. In the discussion, do not repeat all the details. Instead, just reiterate the highlights.;3. Point out the extent to which results of the current study are consistent with the results in the literature reviewed in the introduction. Since the review of the literature near the beginning of a research report helps set the stage for the current study, it is important to discuss at the end how the current findings relate to those reported earlier in the literature. ;4. Consider interpreting the results and offering explanations for them in the discussion section. It is especially helpful to offer explanations for unexpected findings. ;5. Consider mentioning important strengths and limitations in the discussion. Strengths and limitations of the research methodology are sometimes first mentioned in the introduction or methods section. Because strengths and limitations can affect the interpretations of data described in the discussion section, it is often appropriate to mention them again. ;6. It is usually inappropriate to introduce new data or new references in the discussion section. The final section of a research report should be used to summarize and interpret what was presented earlier. The introduction of new data or references distracts from this purpose. ;7. When possible, explicitly state the implications of the results in the discussion section. ;8. Be specific when making recommendations for future research. ;Exercise ;d. In how many do the authors explicitly state the implications of the results? 2. Compare the three discussion sections you examined for discussion you ex