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Research Report Writing
BY
Dr. Jitendra Patel
Associate Professor
AIPS, Hyderabad, India.
Introduction
• The main reasons for carrying out research is
to add to the existing body of knowledge.
Hence, when conducting research, you need
to document your processes and findings in a
research report.
• Along with a research report, it is easy to
outline the findings of your arranged
investigation and any gaps needing further
inquiry. Knowing how to create a detailed
research report will justify useful when you
need to conduct research.
Research Report
• A research report is a well-drafted document
which outlines the processes, data, and findings
of a planned investigation. It is an important
document that serves as a first-hand account of
the research process, and it is typically
considered as an objective and accurate source of
information.
• To some degree, a research report can be
considered as a conclusion of the research
process that understandably highlights findings,
recommendations, and other important details.
Reading a well-written research report should
provide you with all the information you need
about the core areas of the research process.
Characteristics of a Research Report
1. It is a detailed presentation of research
processes and findings, and it usually includes
tables and graphs.
2. It is written in a formal language.
3. A research report is usually written in the third
person.
4. It is informative and based on first-hand
verifiable information.
5. It is formally structured with headings, sections,
and bullet points.
6. It always includes recommendations for future
actions.
Types of Research Report
Nature of Research
1. Qualitative Research Report
• This is the type of report written for
qualitative research. It outlines the methods,
processes, and findings of a qualitative method of
systematic investigation.
• In educational research, a qualitative research
report provides an opportunity for one to apply
his or her knowledge and develop skills in
planning and executing qualitative research
projects.
• A qualitative research report is usually descriptive
in nature. Hence, in addition to presenting details
of the research process, you must also create a
descriptive narrative of the information.
2. Quantitative Research Report
• A quantitative research report is a type of
research report that is written for quantitative
research. Quantitative research is a type of
systematic investigation that pays attention to
numerical or statistical values in a bid to find
answers to research questions.
• In this type of research report, the researcher
presents quantitative data to support the
research process and findings.
• Unlike a qualitative research report that is mainly
descriptive, a quantitative research report works
with numbers; that is, it is numerical in nature.
Target Audience
• Also, a research report can be said to be technical or popular based
on the target audience. If you're dealing with a general audience,
you would need to present a popular research report, and if you're
dealing with a specialized audience, you would submit a technical
report.
1. Technical Research Report
• A technical research report is a detailed document that you present
after carrying out industry-based research. This report is highly
specialized because it provides information for a technical
audience; that is, individuals with above-average knowledge in the
field of study.
• In a technical research report, the researcher is expected to provide
specific information about the research process, including statistical
analyses and sampling methods. Also, the use of language is highly
specialized and filled with jargon.
• Examples of a technical research report include legal and medical
research reports.
2. Popular Research Report
• A popular research report is one for a general
audience; that is, for individuals who do not
necessarily have any knowledge in the field of
study. A popular research report aims to make
information accessible to everyone.
• It is written in very simple language, which
makes it easy to understand the findings and
recommendations. Examples of popular
research reports are the information
contained in newspapers and magazines.
Importance of a Research Report
1. Knowledge Transfer
• As already stated above, one of the reasons
for carrying out research is to contribute to
the existing body of knowledge, and this is
made possible with a research report.
• A research report serves as a means to
effectively communicate the findings of a
systematic investigation to all and sundry.
2. Identification of Knowledge Gaps
• With a research report, you'd be able to identify
knowledge gaps for further inquiry. A research report
shows what has been done while hinting at other areas
needing systematic investigation.
1. In market research, a research report would help you
understand the market needs and peculiarities at a
glance.
2. A research report allows you to present information in
a precise and concise manner.
3. It is time-efficient and practical because, in a research
report, you do not have to spend time detailing the
findings of your research work in person. You can
easily send out the report via email and have
stakeholders look at it.
Guide to Writing a Research Report
• A lot of detail goes into writing a research
report, and getting familiar with the different
requirements would help you create the ideal
research report.
• A research report is usually broken down into
multiple sections, which allows for a concise
presentation of information.
Structure of a Research Report
1. Title
This is the title of your systematic investigation. Your title should be concise and point to the aims,
objectives, and findings of a research report.
2. Table of Contents
This is like a compass that makes it easier for readers to navigate the research report.
3. Abstract
An abstract is an overview that highlights all important aspects of the research including the research
method, data collection process, and research findings. Think of an abstract as a summary of your
research report that presents pertinent information in a concise manner. An abstract is always brief;
typically 100-150 words and goes straight to the point. The focus of your research abstract should be
the 5Ws and 1H format – What, Where, Why, When, Who and How.
4. Introduction
Here, the researcher highlights the aims and objectives of the systematic investigation as well as the
problem which the systematic investigation sets out to solve. When writing the report introduction, it is
also essential to indicate whether the purposes of the research were achieved or would require more
work. In the introduction section, the researcher specifies the research problem and also outlines the
significance of the systematic investigation. Also, the researcher is expected to outline any jargons and
terminologies that are contained in the research.
5. Literature Review
A literature review is a written survey of existing knowledge in the field of study. In other words, it is the
section where you provide an overview and analysis of different research works that are relevant to
your systematic investigation. It highlights existing research knowledge and areas needing further
investigation, which your research has sought to fill. At this stage, you can also hint at your research
hypothesis and its possible implications for the existing body of knowledge in your field of study.
6. An Account of Investigation
This is a detailed account of the research process, including the methodology, sample,
and research subjects. Here, you are expected to provide in-depth information on the
research process including the data collection and analysis procedures.
In a quantitative research report, you'd need to provide information surveys,
questionnaires and other quantitative data collection methods used in your research.
In a qualitative research report, you are expected to describe the qualitative data
collection methods used in your research including interviews and focus groups.
7. Findings
In this section, you are expected to present the results of the systematic investigation.
8. Discussion
This section further explains the findings of the research, earlier outlined. Here, you
are expected to present a justification for each outcome and show whether the results
are in line with your hypotheses or if other research studies have come up with similar
results.
9. Conclusions
This is a summary of all the information in the report. It also outlines the significance
of the entire study.
10. References and Appendices
This section contains a list of all the primary and secondary research sources.
Tips for Writing a Research Report
1. Define the Context for the Report
• As is obtainable when writing an essay, defining the context for
your research report would help you create a detailed yet concise
document. This is why you need to create an outline before writing
so that you do not miss out on anything.
2. Define your Audience
• Writing with your audience in mind is essential as it determines the
tone of the report. If you're writing for a general audience, you
would want to present the information in a simple and relatable
manner. For a specialized audience, you would need to make use of
technical and field-specific terms.
3. Include Significant Findings
• The idea of a research report is to present some sort of abridged
version of your systematic investigation. In your report, you should
exclude irrelevant information while highlighting only important
data and findings.
4. Include Illustrations
• Your research report should include illustrations and other visual
representations of your data. Graphs, pie charts, and relevant
images lend additional credibility to your systematic investigation.
5. Choose the Right Title
• A good research report title is brief, precise, and
contains keywords from your research. It should
provide a clear idea of your systematic
investigation so that readers can grasp the entire
focus of your research from the title.
6. Proofread the Report
• Before publishing the document, ensure that you
give it a second look to authenticate the
information. If you can, get someone else to go
through the report, too, and you can also run it
through proofreading and editing software.
How to Gather Research Data for Your Report
1. Understand the Problem
• Every research aims at solving a specific problem or set of problems, and
this should be at the back of your mind when writing your research report.
Understanding the problem would help you to filter the information you
have and include only important data in your report.
2. Know what your report seeks to achieve
• This is somewhat similar to the point above because, in some way, the aim
of your research report is intertwined with the objectives of your
systematic investigation. Identifying the primary purpose of writing a
research report would help you to identify and present the required
information accordingly.
3. Identify your audience
• Knowing your target audience plays a crucial role in data collection for a
research report. If your research report is specifically for an organization,
you would want to present industry-specific information or show how the
research findings are relevant to the work that the company does.
4. Create Surveys/Questionnaires
• A survey is a research method that is used to gather data from a specific
group of people through a set of questions. It can be either quantitative or
qualitative.
Conclusion
• Always remember that a research report is just as
important as the actual systematic investigation
because it plays a vital role in communicating
research findings to everyone else.
• This is why you must take care to create a concise
document summarizing the process of
conducting any research.
• In this article, we've outlined essential tips to
help you create a research report.
• When writing your report, you should always
have the audience at the back of your mind, as
this would set the tone for the document.
Thank You

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Research Report Writing

  • 1. Research Report Writing BY Dr. Jitendra Patel Associate Professor AIPS, Hyderabad, India.
  • 2. Introduction • The main reasons for carrying out research is to add to the existing body of knowledge. Hence, when conducting research, you need to document your processes and findings in a research report. • Along with a research report, it is easy to outline the findings of your arranged investigation and any gaps needing further inquiry. Knowing how to create a detailed research report will justify useful when you need to conduct research.
  • 3. Research Report • A research report is a well-drafted document which outlines the processes, data, and findings of a planned investigation. It is an important document that serves as a first-hand account of the research process, and it is typically considered as an objective and accurate source of information. • To some degree, a research report can be considered as a conclusion of the research process that understandably highlights findings, recommendations, and other important details. Reading a well-written research report should provide you with all the information you need about the core areas of the research process.
  • 4. Characteristics of a Research Report 1. It is a detailed presentation of research processes and findings, and it usually includes tables and graphs. 2. It is written in a formal language. 3. A research report is usually written in the third person. 4. It is informative and based on first-hand verifiable information. 5. It is formally structured with headings, sections, and bullet points. 6. It always includes recommendations for future actions.
  • 5. Types of Research Report Nature of Research 1. Qualitative Research Report • This is the type of report written for qualitative research. It outlines the methods, processes, and findings of a qualitative method of systematic investigation. • In educational research, a qualitative research report provides an opportunity for one to apply his or her knowledge and develop skills in planning and executing qualitative research projects. • A qualitative research report is usually descriptive in nature. Hence, in addition to presenting details of the research process, you must also create a descriptive narrative of the information.
  • 6. 2. Quantitative Research Report • A quantitative research report is a type of research report that is written for quantitative research. Quantitative research is a type of systematic investigation that pays attention to numerical or statistical values in a bid to find answers to research questions. • In this type of research report, the researcher presents quantitative data to support the research process and findings. • Unlike a qualitative research report that is mainly descriptive, a quantitative research report works with numbers; that is, it is numerical in nature.
  • 7. Target Audience • Also, a research report can be said to be technical or popular based on the target audience. If you're dealing with a general audience, you would need to present a popular research report, and if you're dealing with a specialized audience, you would submit a technical report. 1. Technical Research Report • A technical research report is a detailed document that you present after carrying out industry-based research. This report is highly specialized because it provides information for a technical audience; that is, individuals with above-average knowledge in the field of study. • In a technical research report, the researcher is expected to provide specific information about the research process, including statistical analyses and sampling methods. Also, the use of language is highly specialized and filled with jargon. • Examples of a technical research report include legal and medical research reports.
  • 8. 2. Popular Research Report • A popular research report is one for a general audience; that is, for individuals who do not necessarily have any knowledge in the field of study. A popular research report aims to make information accessible to everyone. • It is written in very simple language, which makes it easy to understand the findings and recommendations. Examples of popular research reports are the information contained in newspapers and magazines.
  • 9. Importance of a Research Report 1. Knowledge Transfer • As already stated above, one of the reasons for carrying out research is to contribute to the existing body of knowledge, and this is made possible with a research report. • A research report serves as a means to effectively communicate the findings of a systematic investigation to all and sundry.
  • 10. 2. Identification of Knowledge Gaps • With a research report, you'd be able to identify knowledge gaps for further inquiry. A research report shows what has been done while hinting at other areas needing systematic investigation. 1. In market research, a research report would help you understand the market needs and peculiarities at a glance. 2. A research report allows you to present information in a precise and concise manner. 3. It is time-efficient and practical because, in a research report, you do not have to spend time detailing the findings of your research work in person. You can easily send out the report via email and have stakeholders look at it.
  • 11. Guide to Writing a Research Report • A lot of detail goes into writing a research report, and getting familiar with the different requirements would help you create the ideal research report. • A research report is usually broken down into multiple sections, which allows for a concise presentation of information.
  • 12. Structure of a Research Report 1. Title This is the title of your systematic investigation. Your title should be concise and point to the aims, objectives, and findings of a research report. 2. Table of Contents This is like a compass that makes it easier for readers to navigate the research report. 3. Abstract An abstract is an overview that highlights all important aspects of the research including the research method, data collection process, and research findings. Think of an abstract as a summary of your research report that presents pertinent information in a concise manner. An abstract is always brief; typically 100-150 words and goes straight to the point. The focus of your research abstract should be the 5Ws and 1H format – What, Where, Why, When, Who and How. 4. Introduction Here, the researcher highlights the aims and objectives of the systematic investigation as well as the problem which the systematic investigation sets out to solve. When writing the report introduction, it is also essential to indicate whether the purposes of the research were achieved or would require more work. In the introduction section, the researcher specifies the research problem and also outlines the significance of the systematic investigation. Also, the researcher is expected to outline any jargons and terminologies that are contained in the research. 5. Literature Review A literature review is a written survey of existing knowledge in the field of study. In other words, it is the section where you provide an overview and analysis of different research works that are relevant to your systematic investigation. It highlights existing research knowledge and areas needing further investigation, which your research has sought to fill. At this stage, you can also hint at your research hypothesis and its possible implications for the existing body of knowledge in your field of study.
  • 13. 6. An Account of Investigation This is a detailed account of the research process, including the methodology, sample, and research subjects. Here, you are expected to provide in-depth information on the research process including the data collection and analysis procedures. In a quantitative research report, you'd need to provide information surveys, questionnaires and other quantitative data collection methods used in your research. In a qualitative research report, you are expected to describe the qualitative data collection methods used in your research including interviews and focus groups. 7. Findings In this section, you are expected to present the results of the systematic investigation. 8. Discussion This section further explains the findings of the research, earlier outlined. Here, you are expected to present a justification for each outcome and show whether the results are in line with your hypotheses or if other research studies have come up with similar results. 9. Conclusions This is a summary of all the information in the report. It also outlines the significance of the entire study. 10. References and Appendices This section contains a list of all the primary and secondary research sources.
  • 14. Tips for Writing a Research Report 1. Define the Context for the Report • As is obtainable when writing an essay, defining the context for your research report would help you create a detailed yet concise document. This is why you need to create an outline before writing so that you do not miss out on anything. 2. Define your Audience • Writing with your audience in mind is essential as it determines the tone of the report. If you're writing for a general audience, you would want to present the information in a simple and relatable manner. For a specialized audience, you would need to make use of technical and field-specific terms. 3. Include Significant Findings • The idea of a research report is to present some sort of abridged version of your systematic investigation. In your report, you should exclude irrelevant information while highlighting only important data and findings. 4. Include Illustrations • Your research report should include illustrations and other visual representations of your data. Graphs, pie charts, and relevant images lend additional credibility to your systematic investigation.
  • 15. 5. Choose the Right Title • A good research report title is brief, precise, and contains keywords from your research. It should provide a clear idea of your systematic investigation so that readers can grasp the entire focus of your research from the title. 6. Proofread the Report • Before publishing the document, ensure that you give it a second look to authenticate the information. If you can, get someone else to go through the report, too, and you can also run it through proofreading and editing software.
  • 16. How to Gather Research Data for Your Report 1. Understand the Problem • Every research aims at solving a specific problem or set of problems, and this should be at the back of your mind when writing your research report. Understanding the problem would help you to filter the information you have and include only important data in your report. 2. Know what your report seeks to achieve • This is somewhat similar to the point above because, in some way, the aim of your research report is intertwined with the objectives of your systematic investigation. Identifying the primary purpose of writing a research report would help you to identify and present the required information accordingly. 3. Identify your audience • Knowing your target audience plays a crucial role in data collection for a research report. If your research report is specifically for an organization, you would want to present industry-specific information or show how the research findings are relevant to the work that the company does. 4. Create Surveys/Questionnaires • A survey is a research method that is used to gather data from a specific group of people through a set of questions. It can be either quantitative or qualitative.
  • 17. Conclusion • Always remember that a research report is just as important as the actual systematic investigation because it plays a vital role in communicating research findings to everyone else. • This is why you must take care to create a concise document summarizing the process of conducting any research. • In this article, we've outlined essential tips to help you create a research report. • When writing your report, you should always have the audience at the back of your mind, as this would set the tone for the document.