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Module 8: Steps in Writing a Good Research Proposal

Introduction

Research report preparation vary with the kind of study and
for whom the report is to be presented. Quantitative research
and qualitative research are two Kinds of paper that differ in
their presentation. Researches prepared for publication should
meet its association/ membership's requirements. In other words,
what really matters is that the results are communicated clearly
and that the main concern now of the researcher would be the
appropriateness of the presentation with consideration on the
format, style and language used.

Learning Outcome

At the end of the module, the student will be able to devise a
research proposal.

Learning Content

Writing Techniques: Forms and Style

Preparation of the research report requires clarity of
expression and orderly presentation of ideas (Johnson &
Christensen, 2000). This means that the language to be used
should avoid jargon, verbosity, free from biased assumptions,
and grammatically correct.

The style mostly utilized in writing research reports
specify or recommend the American Psychological Association
(APA) format. Depending on the type of research reports, major

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