7.3 The Text



The text is made up of a number of sections. The major sections of the report normally include, among other things, the following:

a)         Introduction
This section sets forth the rationale, significance and objectives of the study. It includes details of the background, objectives and scope of project.

b)         Literature Review
This section includes a fully-referenced review and discussion of previous studies which are relevant to the project.

c)         Research Methodology
This section gives a detailed description of the research methods and instruments materials used. Experimental methods should be described so that subsequent researchers will have no difficulty in replicating them.

d)         Results and Analysis of Data
This section provides the results and analysis of data. The results obtained can be presented as a series of figures, tables, etc., with descriptive texts and discussions.

e)         Discussion of Findings
This section discusses the results of the study in relation to the hypotheses or the research questions. It highlights the main findings, their significance and implications.

f)          Conclusion and Recommendations
This section highlights the contribution of the findings to new knowledge/ applications. It should also discuss the scope for further research based on the results and findings, and the limitations faced in carrying out the research. Candidates may make change to the above structure of the report based on the nature of the research.

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