Results are the discoveries that come out of a research project. These are the main products of the research process where we can gain insights, knowledge or solutions to a specific problem or question.
Key Components of Findings
Information and Proof: Research should contain reliable information and proof, as the examples can be quantitative, qualitative, or a combination of both.
Writing and interpreting the results of an analysis: Analyze the data and interpret it as needed.
Simplicity and Resilience: The results should be conveyed succinctly, without the use of jargon or any unreasonably complicated vocabulary.
Relevance: The results must be applicable to the hypothesis or research question being tested.
Generalizability: According to the specific context, findings may relate to a wider population.
Types of Findings
Findings: Descriptive Findings
Causal Findings: These findings show the causes or reasons for a phenomenon.
Predictive Findings: Related to predictions of trends or outcomes.
Prescriptive Findings — these tell you what to do or how to act
Presenting Findings
The results may be disseminated through various means, including but not limited to:
Web content in the form of Academic Papers (original article)
Reports Short documents that summarise research findings for targeted audiences
Presentations: Oral presentations that hedge research findings to a broader audience.
Data Visualizations : A chart, map, or graph that helps to better understand the data.
The Importance of Findings
Results must be clarifications, insights and solutions because they drive knowledge-building efforts forward and decision-making. These are but a stepping stone to future exploration and ingenuity. Publishing helps advance the research field and serves society.
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