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Abstract |
Summarizes article contents and findings; may include methodology. |
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Introduction |
Summarizes the article’s main idea, thesis, or research question. Should answer the question, "Why this?" Includes background knowledge on the topic and provides information about research motivations, impact, or purpose. |
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Literature Review |
Places the research in context with prior work. Analyzes important contributions that the author(s) believe are relevant and that the article builds upon to create new knowledge. Sometimes includes a theoretical framework. A good place to look to find additional sources for your research! |
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Methods (or Methodology) |
An explanation of how and why the authors approached the examination of their question and the collection of data. May include information about the limitations of their chosen methodology. |
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Discussion/Findings |
An examination of meaning and implications of the research for existing and future exploration. Can include chars/graphs |
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Conclusion |
A synthesis of the findings and importance of the research. |
