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Generally, the chapters include: an introduction or preface and occasionally both, a

clear statement of the research problem and/or research objectives, an appropriate
review of prior scholarly research, a description of the materials and methods used

to conduct the research, a record of the findings, discussion and/or analysis of the

findings, and a summary and conclusion to the research.
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The review of literature should be extensive and sufficient enough to guide your
research and to assist other researchers who seek to replicate the research or delve

more deeply into the thesis research topic.
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Appendices

(if present, paginate with Arabic numerals). The margins within the Appendix do
not change and labels should be center-spaced. Original survey or testing

documents created in a different font style are acceptable. In addition, if you use
scanned documents from other sources (and have received the required copyright

permissions), they must be legible, free of
photocopying or scanning irregularities, and must maintain the same margins as

the rest of your document.

Works Cited and Works Consulted Pages

(Required, paginate with Arabic numerals). Works Cited Pages list all resources
material cited within the body of the thesis. Works Consulted Pages list all

resources consulted during the course of your research.
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Writing a thesis is an exercise in consistency, patience, determination, and

precision. At the end, you will find yourself stronger, more confident, and clearer.
about your career objectives.
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We look forward to helping you discover what you can contribute to the field of

English Studies.
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