Skills for Study Level 2 Teacher's Book - Cambridge University Press

Example completed research paper abstract 32This study investigates the impact of features of room interiors on creativethought. 1 A survey of previous studies in this area found that participantstended to rate rooms as having high creativity potential if they use naturalfurnishings, materials and lighting; have indoor plants; and use ‘warmer’colours in their design schemes. 3 On this basis, two rooms were constructed,one with features that are typically linked to high creativity, and one withfeatures normally rated as having low potential for creativity. Eighty participants(m=46, f=34) were assigned to either one of the rooms. They performed a seriesof timed creative problem-solving activities. 4 It was found that there was nosignificant difference between test performance in the two rooms. 5 This seemsto contradict findings from a number of other studies. This paper concludeswith a discussion of the possible reasons for this variation, and suggests thatother factors such as time of day or natural light conditions may be involved.2e Students check their answers to 2c and 2d.2fAnswersTypical featuresincludedWhen to write theabstractApproximately how longthe abstract should beAbstract for a researchproposalAll except findings,though it may includea brief indication ofexpected resultsBefore the researchis conducted (withimplications for thetense that should beused)Usually 150–250wordsAbstract for a completedresearch paperAll (though not everyabstract will include allof them)After the researchis conducted (withimplications for thetense that should beused)Usually 200–250 words2gAnswersOpinions may vary, but the abstract is intended to be a good model. It is(hopefully) concise, informative, and has most of the key features that wouldbe expected.2h Students check their answers with a partner.Unit 4 Part E ∙ Reporting in writing 131