Research Paper: Part 3 Overview

Introduction (# of pages –  ¼ –  ½ )

• What are the main sections of this part of your paper?
  • Hint: Findings, Discussion, Implications, and Suggestions for Future Research
  • Refer back to your research question

Findings (# of pages –   ½ – 1) 

• What were your key findings based on your literature review or Part 2 of your paper?
  • Briefly state your findings. For example, 
    • The literature review revealed three key findings…First, Second, Third…

Discussion (# of pages1 – 2)

• How do your key findings align with the literature or your literature review?
  • Hint: Discuss the main findings of your research
• How do your findings support your overall research question/thesis statement?
  • Hint:  Refer back to to your research question/thesis statement. 

Implications (# of pages ½ – 1)

• How is the theory fromPart 1 related to your findings?
• How do your research findings impact the community, policy, education, or etc.? Include your theory.
  • Hint:  Apply the chosen theory to your research findings and include your research question/thesis statement.

Future Research (# of pages – ¼) 

• What was the major purpose of Part 3?
• What are your suggestions for future research based on your findings?