Writing Manual & Sea King Capstone - Palos Verdes High School

Results and Discussion
The results and discussion section is approximately 1-2 pages and includes the following:
(new page, title, center, bold)
Results (title, left align, bold)
This is a presentation of the results and collection of the data gathered. The data is presented in
relation to each goal. Data presentation should be factual with tables, charts, illustrations, and
graphs utilized to illustrate information when appropriate. Use subheadings to organize the
results. Organize results in relationship to each goal.
Discussion (title, left align, bold)
This section includes a discussion and overview of the major results. A good discussion refers
the results back to the review of the literature.
Conclusion
The conclusion section is approximately ½-1 page and includes the following:
(title, center, bold)
Provide a discussion with conclusions, implications for learning, leading, etc., and implications
for policy and future research.
References/Works Cited
(not bold)
Any references cited in the narrative must appear in the reference list and be formatted according
to APA or MLA format.
Appendices
(title, center, not bold)
If you created a survey or reference a chart, etc., place it in this section.
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