The document outlines the steps and format for preparing a research report. It discusses that a research report involves several steps like logical analysis of the subject matter, preparing outlines and drafts, and rewriting. The main sections of a research report include an introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. A research report should be objective, concise, and written in simple language. It should disseminate findings, examine the validity of conclusions, and inspire further research. The goal is to effectively communicate the research work to others.
2. Research report is a condensed form or a brief description
of the research work done by the researcher. It involves
several steps to present the report in the form of thesis
or dissertation.
The researcher should follow the main principal of writing
a report and there principal are:
There should be objectivity, clarity in the presentation
of ideas.
Report should be written in a concise and objective style
in simple language avoiding vague expressions.
Charts and illustrations in the main report should be
used only if they present the information more clearly.
Calculated confidence limits must be mentioned and the
various constraints experienced in conducting research
operation may as well be stated.
4. Research report is considered a major
component of the research study for the research
task remains incomplete till the report has been
presented.
As a matter of face even the most brilliant
hypothesis, highly well designed and conducted
research study, and the most striking
generalizations and finding a of little value
unless they are effectively communicated to
others.
It means that the purpose of research is not well
served unless the findings are made known to
others.
5. A good research report not only disseminates
knowledge, but also presents the finding for
expansion of the horizon of the knowledge. That
apart, it also checks the validity of the
generalization and inspires other to carry on
related or applied problems. Its under the following
heads:
1.Transmission of knowledge
2.Presentation of findings
3.Examining the validity of the generalizations
4.Inspiration for further research
6. LOGICAL ANALYSIS OF THE SUBJECT MATTER
PREPARATION OF THE FINAL OUTLINE
PREPARATION OF THE ROUGH DRAFT
REWRITING AND POLISHING OF THE ROUGH
DRAFT
PREPARATION OF THE FINAL BIBLIOGRAPHY
WRITING THE FINAL DRAFT
7. The research report format mainly consists
of three main sections:
The Preliminary/Introductory Section
The Main Body Of The Report
The Reference Section
8. Title Page
Preface, Including Acknowledgement
Table of Contents
Abstract/Summary
List of Tables (if any)
List of Figures, Maps and Illustrations (if any)
9. A. Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Purpose
Relation of present problem to theoretical
position of the previous research
Statement of Hypothesis
Assumptions under hypothesis
Limitation of the Study
Definition of important terms
10. B. Review of the Literature
C. Method of the study
D. Result or Finding
E. Description of Sample
F. Discussion
G. Summary,Conclusion and Suggestion
12. Be objective
Minimize the use of technical language.
Use present tense and active voice.
Treat the data confidentially.
Revise and rewrite.
Use visual aids.
Report should show originality.
It must provide a ready availability of the findings.
The layout must be appropriate and accordance with the
objective.
Report should be free from grammatical mistakes.
Report must present the logical analysis of the subject matter.
It must be an attempt to solve some intellectual problems.
Index must be prepared and appended at the end.
Report must be attractive in appearance, neat,& clear whether
typed or printed.