Ecosystem Interactions Class Discussion Presentation in Blue Green Lined Styl...
Writing an Abstract
1.
2. Not a summary of work
Concisely and clearly convey information
about the written work
Informational or Descriptive type
3. Purpose and Scope
Methodology
Results
Implications
Works Cited / Consulted
4. Why are you writing?
Ensure you focus on your own writing, not the
works you derive from
What is the general topic?
What is your specific focus?
What question or problem is being addressed?
5. Why is your work valid?
What known models or procedures did you
use?
What evidence arose in the study?
6. Generalized data which indicates results
Consequences of the research
Be neutral in discussion
Explain your opinion in your paper, not the abstract
7. How do the results translate to action?
What changes do you feel should be
implemented?
Your work has consequences. What are they?