Perbedaan Ringkasan dan Abstrak Dalam Karya Tulis Ilmiah

Summary

This video explains the key differences between a 'Ringkasan' (Summary) and an 'Abstrak' (Abstract) in academic writing. A 'Ringkasan' is a more detailed summary, typically spanning 4-5 paragraphs, that includes the background, objectives, methods, results, discussion, and conclusions. It’s usually up to 600 words long. In contrast, an 'Abstrak' is a concise single-paragraph summary, usually under 200 words, highlighting the essential components of the work, including keywords for easy searchability. The video provides clear guidelines and examples to help students understand when and how to use each type effectively.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ringkasan (summary) is a detailed but brief presentation of the main elements of a scientific paper, including background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
• 😀 Abstrak (abstract) is a concise, one-paragraph summary of the essential points of a document, including background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
• 😀 Ringkasan is typically longer, ranging from 2–3 paragraphs or up to 600 words, while an abstrak is much shorter, typically 100-200 words.
• 😀 Ringkasan provides a complete overview of the paper, whereas an abstrak focuses on the core information without additional explanation or elaboration.
• 😀 Abstrak usually includes 3-5 keywords that help readers understand the main topic and assist in searching the paper online.
• 😀 The structure of a ringkasan includes multiple paragraphs, each addressing different components (background, methods, results, and conclusion).
• 😀 An abstract is written in one paragraph, making it more concise and focused than a ringkasan.
• 😀 The word limit for an abstract is stricter than for a ringkasan, typically constrained to around 100–200 words, while a ringkasan can be up to 600 words.
• 😀 Both ringkasan and abstrak must include the main components of a scientific paper, but the abstract is a more condensed version of the summary.
• 😀 When writing an abstract or summary, it's important to follow specific formatting guidelines and word count limitations provided by the academic institution or competition.
• 😀 The speaker provides examples of both ringkasan and abstrak to demonstrate how to format and condense content according to these two styles of academic writing.

Q & A

What is the main difference between a 'ringkasan' (summary) and an 'abstrak' (abstract)?

The main difference is in the length and detail. A 'ringkasan' is a more detailed summary, usually ranging from 400 to 600 words, and it is divided into multiple paragraphs. An 'abstrak', on the other hand, is a concise overview, typically 150–250 words, and written in a single paragraph.

What are the components of a 'ringkasan' (summary)?

A 'ringkasan' typically includes: 1) Background, 2) Purpose of the research or paper, 3) Methodology, 4) Results and Discussion, and 5) Conclusion.

How long should a 'ringkasan' (summary) typically be?

A 'ringkasan' is usually 400 to 600 words long, which typically spans 2 to 3 paragraphs or up to two pages in A4 format.

Can a 'ringkasan' (summary) be written in languages other than Indonesian?

Yes, a 'ringkasan' can be written in either Indonesian or English, depending on the guidelines of the publication or competition.

What is the main purpose of an 'abstrak' (abstract)?

An 'abstrak' serves as a brief and concise summary of the main points of a paper, including the background, purpose, methodology, results, and conclusion, in order to give readers a quick understanding of the research.

How long should an 'abstrak' (abstract) typically be?

An 'abstrak' is typically between 150 to 250 words long.

What is the structure of an 'abstrak' (abstract)?

An 'abstrak' is written in a single paragraph and typically includes the following components: background, purpose, methodology, results, and conclusion.

Why are keywords included in an 'abstrak' (abstract)?

Keywords are included to help readers and search engines quickly locate the paper based on relevant terms, improving the discoverability and focus of the article.

What kind of method is typically used in writing an academic paper or 'karya tulis ilmiah' as mentioned in the video?

The methods often used in academic papers include 'library research' (studi literatur) or case studies (studi kasus).

In what situations would a 'ringkasan' (summary) be written in one paragraph?

A 'ringkasan' might be written in one paragraph in specific cases, such as certain academic competitions or guidelines where a more concise version of a summary is required, though it is generally more detailed.