Parts of a Research Paper

• What does a research paper describe?

  A particular study with methodology and findings
• What are the main sections of a typical APA research paper?

  1. Cover Page
  2. Abstract
  3. Introduction
  4. Background
  5. Methodology
  6. Results
  7. Conclusion
  8. Appendices
• What is the IMRAD format in research papers?

  Introduction, Methodology, Results, and Discussion
• What must be included on the cover page of a research paper?

  Title, authors' names, and affiliations
• What is the purpose of the abstract in a research paper?

  To provide a detailed summary of the study
• What should the introduction of a research paper address?

  The problem the study aims to solve
• What should be included in the background section of a research paper?

  Inspiration for the study and previous research
• Why is the methodology section important in a research paper?

  It explains the data collection methods used
• What is another name for the methodology section in scientific studies?

  Materials and Methods
• What should be stated in the results section of a research paper?

  The findings and data of the study
• What is the purpose of the conclusion section in a research paper?

  To evaluate results and reflect on the process
• What should be included in the appendices of a research paper?

  Supplementary material relevant to the study
• What are the key components of the methodology section in a research paper?

  • Qualitative or quantitative methods
  • Data collection methods (surveys, experiments, etc.)
  • Known as "Materials and Methods" in scientific studies
• How does the IMRAD format differ from a typical APA research paper structure?

  • IMRAD: Focuses on Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion
  • APA: Includes additional sections like Abstract, Background, Conclusion, and Appendices