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    This document provides guidance on how to write an effective introduction section. It should establish the context for the research by identifying a knowledge gap in the existing literature and explaining how the paper will address that gap. The introduction starts broadly and narrows in scope until reaching the hypothesis. It cites relevant sources to support the current understanding and highlight any contradicting theories. The introduction guides the reader from general to specific areas covered by the hypothesis but does not overwhelm with citations. It should be roughly half a page and leave the reader wanting to learn more.

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    This document provides guidance on how to write an effective introduction section. It should establish the context for the research by identifying a knowledge gap in the existing literature and explaining how the paper will address that gap. The introduction starts broadly and narrows in scope until reaching the hypothesis. It cites relevant sources to support the current understanding and highlight any contradicting theories. The introduction guides the reader from general to specific areas covered by the hypothesis but does not overwhelm with citations. It should be roughly half a page and leave the reader wanting to learn more.

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    This document provides guidance on how to write an effective introduction section. It should establish the context for the research by identifying a knowledge gap in the existing literature and explaining how the paper will address that gap. The introduction starts broadly and narrows in scope until reaching the hypothesis. It cites relevant sources to support the current understanding and highlight any contradicting theories. The introduction guides the reader from general to specific areas covered by the hypothesis but does not overwhelm with citations. It should be roughly half a page and leave the reader wanting to learn more.

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    How to write a good

    introduction
    By
    Dr. Mohammed Jabri
    What is the purpose of the Introduction?
    • After the Abstract (the final section of the paper you should draft)
    and the visual aids, like figures, a reader’s first true interaction with
    your work is the Introduction.
    • Thus, like any other story, you must set a compelling stage that invites
    your readers into your research world.
    • Essentially, your Introduction will establish the foundation upon
    which your readers will approach your work
    What should I include in the Introduction?
    • Your paper must read like a chronological story; it will begin with
    point A (the Introduction) and advance in time toward point B (the
    Discussion/Conclusion).
    • The context you establish in the Introduction must first identify that
    there is a knowledge gap and then explain how you intend to fill
    that gap and why.
    Introduction should start
    broadly and narrow until it
    reaches your hypothesis.
    What is known?
    1. Start the Introduction with a strong statement that reflects your research
    subject area. Use key words from your title to help you focus and avoid
    starting too broadly.
    2. Avoid stating too many obvious facts that your target readers would
    know..
    As a trick to help you combat too broad a start, write down your
    hypothesis or purpose first.
    Then work backward to think about what background information your
    reader needs to appreciate the significance of your study.
    Stop going back when you reach the point where your readers would be
    comfortable understanding the statements you make but might not be fully
    confident to explain all the aspects of those facts.
    Cont.
    3.Cite relevant, up-to-date primary literature to support your explanation
    of our current base of knowledge.
     Make sure to include any significant works that might contradict your
    argument and address the flaws with that opposing line of thought.
     You want your readers to conclude that your approach is more plausible
    than alternative theories.
    4.Be sure to cite your sources.
     Plagiarism is a serious offense in the academic community that will hurt
    your credibility (not to mention it is a violation of many copyright laws).
     Direct copying or a closely matched language should be avoided.
    Instead, be sure to use your own words to rephrase what you read in the
    literature and include references.
    Cont.
    5. Remember that the Introduction is not meant to be a comprehensive
    literature review! Don’t overwhelm your reader with a sea of citations.
    Instead, use key primary literature (i.e., journal articles) to quickly guide
    your reader from the general study area to more specific material covered
    by your hypothesis. In other words, the literature you cite should logically
    lead your reader to develop the same questions that prompted you to do
    your research project.
    Roughly a half page should suffice, but double-check with your target
    journal’s information for authors.
    What is the gap in knowledge?
    • As you describe our understanding of the relevant subject
    matter, highlight areas where too little information is available.
    • However, don’t stop at saying “little is known about…” You must
    elaborate and tell your readers why we should care about unearthing
    additional information about this knowledge gap.
    Cont.

    •In other words, if we fill this gap, what useful


    information will the readers gain? The answer to that
    question is the promise you are delivering to your
    readers, and in the conclusion part of your Discussion,
    you will give final confirmation of your findings and
    elaborate more on what your readers can now do
    with the information your project has contributed to
    the research community.
    Thank you

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