Writing Question
Based on the information collected in this study, formulate the Discussion section of your selected topic. Do not forget that your Discussion section should:
Reiterate the Research Problem/State the Major Findings
Briefly reiterate for your readers the Research Problem or problems you are investigating and the Methods you used to investigate them, then move quickly to describe the major Results of the study. Write a direct, declarative, and succinct proclamation of the study results.
Explain the Meaning of the Results and Why They are Important
Systematically, explain the meaning of the Results and why you believe they are important.
Relate the Findings to Similar Studies
Your discussion section should relate your study findings to those of other studies, particularly if questions raised by previous studies served as the motivation for your study, the findings of other studies support your findings [which strengthens the importance of your study results], and/or they point out how your study differs from other similar studies.
Consider Alternative Explanations of the Findings
Consider all possible explanations for the study Results, rather than just those that fit your prior assumptions or biases.
Provide the complete References list of the sources used in writing the Discussion. Use APA style (7th Ed.) to enter the references.
