Chapter 6: Discussion/Conclusion Section(s)

Learning Objectives

After completing this chapter, you should be able to …

  • articulate the distinction between the Results and Discussion sections,
  • recognize the communicative goals of the Discussion and Conclusion sections,
  • strategize to achieve communicative goals,
  • optimize the language for writing about your Discussion and Conclusion, and
  • understand how to conclude your argument efficiently and effectively.

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