How to Write an Effective Discussion in a Research Paper; a Guide to Writing the Discussion Section of a Research Article

Discussion is mainly the section in a research paper that makes the readers understand the exact meaning of the results achieved in a study by exploring the significant points of the research, its implications in different areas of the study, and the improvements that the study can make for future developments. However, it is commonly challenging for researchers to realize what should be covered in the discussion section of a research paper and how to write it to ensure it helps to sell the research paper to the audience. The main aim of this article is to provide information on writing the discussion section appropriately in a research paper. For doing this, more details about the purpose of writing a discussion in an academic research project are provided and differences between discussion and introduction are clarified. Then, the important points that need to be considered or avoided in a standard discussion section are discussed.

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