Original Research Article Suggested Format
- Title and Abstract
- Title: Concise and descriptive, reflecting the study’s focus.
- Abstract: A succinct summary (100–150 words) of article.
- Keywords: A list of 3-5 keywords from the article
- Introduction
- Research Problem: Define the communication issue, gap, or phenomenon under study.
- Significance: Explain issue’s importance; scholarly, practical, or societal contributions.
- Objectives: State broad research aims guiding study.
- Literature Review
- Framework: Explain and justify the theoretical lens or conceptual underpinnings.
- Key Research: Synthesize relevant prior research to situate study.
- Gaps in Knowledge: Identify underexplored issues the research addresses.
- Specify Questions or Predictions: Pose research questions, hypotheses, or propositions.
- Methodology
- Approach: Specify research design (quantitative, qualitative, or critical/cultural).
- Data Collection: Describe data gathering tools, participants, or artifacts analyzed.
- Analysis: Explain statistical, thematic, or critical methods.
- Ethics: Address IRB approval or consent procedures, if applicable.
- Findings/Results
- Presentation: Present results, findings, and/or outcomes, with relevant data or examples.
- Coherence: Link findings directly to research questions, hypotheses, or propositions.
- Discussion
- Summarize and Interpret Findings:
- Theoretical Implications: Explain how results align with theoretical framework.
- Practical Implications: Explain how results may guide communication practices.
- Limitations and Future Research: Discuss constraints; suggest areas for further study.
- Conclusion: Recap purpose and findings; emphasize broader relevance or significance.
- References
- Comprehensive list of all cited works in APA or MLA format.
- Appendices (Optional)
- Materials: Supplementary data, instruments, or visuals supporting the study.