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How To Write Discussion Section In Research Paper? Key To Journal Acceptance

Sneha Kulkarni

Highlight the importance of your research results with this practical guide that offers detailed samples, expert tips, and easy-to-follow steps to create an impactful discussion section.

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25 mins

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8 modules

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What you learn

  • ✔ The importance of a well-structured discussion section
  • ✔ What information you should include in this section
  • ✔ Easy steps to help you write an ideal discussion section
  • ✔ Sample discussion section to check if you're on the right track
  • ✔ The dos and don’ts when writing the discussion section
  • ✔ How to use the checklist so you don’t miss any key details

    • Description

    Ground-breaking results make your paper interesting, but how can you take it up a notch to grab attention and be accepted by journals? Make your manuscript stand out by creating an impactful discussion section that provides meaning and perspective to your exciting results. However, getting this right can be tricky.

    This handbook delivers easy-to-follow guidelines and tips to help you write an ideal discussion section. Learn what information you should and shouldn’t include in this section, and how to draw conclusions from your study to showcase the significance of your research work.


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    LECTURE 1 | Document/Slides

    Of restaurants and the discussion section

    3 mins

    LECTURE 2 | Document/Slides

    What do I present in this section?

    3 mins

    LECTURE 3 | Document/Slides

    How to write the discussion section

    3 mins

    LECTURE 4 | Document/Slides

    Wait! How long should the discussion section be?

    3 mins

    LECTURE 5 | Document/Slides

    Sample discussion section

    3 mins

    LECTURE 6 | Document/Slides

    What not to do in the discussion section

    3 mins

    LECTURE 7 | Document/Slides

    Quick tips

    3 mins

    LECTURE 8 | Document/Slides

    Conclusion

    3 mins

    Instructor (1)

    Sneha Kulkarni

    Editor-in-Chief, Editage Insights; Publication Coach

    Sneha’s interest in the communication of research led her to her current role of developing and designing content for researchers and authors. She publishes articles and creates educational content that provides researchers and authors insights into the latest developments and trends in the publishing industry. She is also passionate about…

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