How to Write the Recommendation in Research Paper

Summary

This lesson, led by Mark Ibarayoga, focuses on how to effectively write recommendations in a research study. It emphasizes that recommendations should be based on the conclusions derived from the research findings and should be practical, feasible, and aimed at solving identified problems. The lesson also highlights the importance of using a suggestive tone, addressing the right audience for implementation, and ensuring that recommendations are actionable. Further, the script discusses the need for recommendations for future research to verify or expand upon the study's findings.

Takeaways

• 😀 Recommendations in research are based on the conclusions and findings of the study.
• 😀 Recommendations should be written in a suggestive, not demanding, tone.
• 😀 The recommendations must address the problem identified in the research.
• 😀 Each recommendation should specify the action to be taken and the entity responsible for implementing it.
• 😀 The action should be clearly and concisely presented, using words like 'should'.
• 😀 Recommendations should aim to solve problems identified in the study and provide feasible solutions.
• 😀 No recommendation should be made for an issue that has not been covered in the research findings.
• 😀 Recommendations can include actions to continue good practices or improve existing systems.
• 😀 The ideal recommendation is practical, attainable, and relevant to the study's scope.
• 😀 Recommendations must be directed toward the entities capable of implementing them, such as institutions or individuals.
• 😀 It's helpful to include recommendations for future research to verify or expand on the study's findings.

Q & A

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

The main focus of today's lesson is on how to write the recommendations section in a research paper.

How are recommendations related to the summary and conclusions in a research study?

Recommendations are anchored on the conclusions, which in turn are based on the summary of findings in the research.

What is the correct tone to use when writing recommendations?

The tone should be recommendatory, meaning it should suggest actions rather than demand them.

What are the two essential elements when presenting recommendations?

The two essential elements are: 1) the action that should be taken, and 2) the entity, organization, or individual who is responsible for implementing the recommendation.

Can recommendations be made for problems that were not discussed in the study?

No, recommendations should only be made for issues that were discovered or discussed within the study.

Should recommendations be practical or idealistic?

Recommendations should aim for the ideal, but they must be practical, feasible, and attainable.

Who should recommendations be addressed to?

Recommendations should be addressed to the person, entity, or organization that is in a position to implement them, such as teachers, agencies, or other relevant stakeholders.

Is it necessary to include recommendations for further research in a study?

Yes, it is important to include recommendations for further research, which may verify, amplify, or negate the findings of the current study.

What should be included in the introductory statement of the recommendations section?

The introductory statement should briefly mention that the following recommendations are based on the findings and conclusions presented in the research.

What types of actions should be recommended in the recommendations section?

The actions recommended should directly address the problems or issues discovered in the research, such as acquiring needed resources or improving systems.