2003博士科技论文讲坐2.ppt

Unit 2 Unit 2 Elements of Theses and Journal Papers (1) Part 1 The text (body) A standard format for theses based on the collection of empirical data an introduction a review of the literature methods and materials results discussion conclusion Section A Introductory chapter(s) 1. an introduction to the subject, the potential contribution of the study and the need for the research, and any necessary background information 2. statement of the problem with an analysis of its delimitation or scope, an experimental study, the schedule and procedures for gathering data 3. the theoretical framework within which the investigation was conducted, basic assumptions of the study and definitions of terms. A possible structure for article introductions Move 1 A claim that the work is important.? The author may try to support this claim by showing that ?the work is central to the field. ?the subject of study has attracted wide interest. ?the subject of study is important or relevant. ?the topic is being widely investigated. ?standard procedures for investigating the topic have been established. Move 2. ? A selective summary of previous research Move 3 A claim that the previous research is incomplete.? The author may ?try to show a gap in the previous research. ?point out inconsistencies among previous studies. ?argue against currently held theoretical explanations. This section often contains words such as? little, no, none of, few, fail, neglect, lack, been restricted to.? It may be negative or critical of previous research efforts. Move 4 Purpose or description of the present research.? This section has been variously called: ?offer of a solution ?clarification of research purpose ?advance notice of what is to come This section often begins with a phrase such as,? The aim of the present paper . . . In this section, the author may switch from an objective tone (third person) to the more informal first person. Three Moves “Create a Resea