– Lies in the value of its final results and the author’s interpretation of the results
– To bring about a solid foundation on which the whole paper rests
• While those with no meaningful functions should never appear in this section.
• The fool collects facts; the wise man selects them. (Dr. Jolin Powell)
Section of Discussion
• General Functions and Main Elements of Discussion
– To expound the interrelations among the observed facts
– To show the relationship between the facts, their underlying causes, their effects, and their theoretical implications
Section of Discussion
• General Functions and Main Elements of Discussion
– Expounding Viewpoints
• Give your judgment, evaluation, analysis, and show how your results and interpretations agree (or contrast) with previously published work.