Comprehensive List of Research Paper
Structures by Type
I. QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH PAPER (Chapter Format)
Chapter 1: Introduction
- Background of the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Objectives
- Research Questions/Hypothesis
- Scope and Delimitation
- Significance of the Study
- Definition of Terms
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature and Studies
- Theoretical Framework
- Conceptual Framework
- Review of Literature
- Review of Studies
- Synthesis
- Research Gap
Chapter 3: Methodology
- Research Design
- Population and Sampling Technique
- Research Locale
- Research Instrument
- Validity and Reliability
- Data Collection Procedure
- Statistical Treatment
- Ethical Considerations
Chapter 4: Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations
II. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH PAPER (Chapter Format)
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Chapter 4: Presentation and Analysis of Data
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations
III. EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH PAPER (Chapter Format)
Same as Quantitative Structure, with emphasis on:
- Experimental Design
- Control and Experimental Groups
- Treatment/Intervention Description
- Pre-test and Post-test Procedures
IV. MIXED METHODS RESEARCH PAPER
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Literature Review
Chapter 3: Methodology (Mixed Methods Design)
Chapter 4: Data Presentation and Integration
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations
V. IMRAD FORMAT
Introduction
Methods
Results
Discussion
Optional: Conclusion and Recommendations
References
Appendices
VI. DISSERTATION / THESIS FORMAT
Preliminaries (Title Page, Abstract, TOC, Acknowledgments)
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Review of Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Chapter 4: Results and Findings
Chapter 5: Discussion and Conclusions
References
Appendices
Curriculum Vitae (optional)
VII. ACTION RESEARCH
Title Page
Abstract
Introduction
Planning (Literature Review & Framework)
Action (Intervention Implementation)
Observation (Monitoring & Data Collection)
Reflection (Analysis and Evaluation)
Conclusions and Next Steps
References
Appendices
VIII. CASE STUDY RESEARCH
Introduction
Case Background
Literature Review
Methodology
Case Description
Analysis and Themes
Conclusions and Implications
IX. CAPSTONE PROJECT / APPLIED RESEARCH
Executive Summary
Introduction
Problem Statement
Objectives
Review of Literature
Methodology / Development Process
Project Output (e.g., tool, manual)
Evaluation/Impact
Recommendations
References
Appendices
X. POLICY RESEARCH PAPER
Executive Summary
Introduction and Context
Policy Problem
Literature and Policy Review
Methodology (if applicable)
Data and Analysis
Policy Options
Recommendations
References
Appendices
XI. META-ANALYSIS / SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Title Page
Abstract
Introduction
Methodology (Search Strategy, Criteria)
Results (Study Summaries)
Analysis (Themes/Statistics)
Discussion
Conclusions
References
XII. FEASIBILITY STUDY / BUSINESS RESEARCH
Executive Summary
Introduction
Market Analysis
Technical/Operational Feasibility
Financial Projections
Risk Assessment
Conclusions and Recommendations
References