Create a resource guide (handout) to share with your committee detailing the process of reading a research report (e.g. How To's for Reading a Research Report). Include the following:

• Step-by-step instructions using the IMRAD format
• Accurate research terminology

Write a summary detailing the process you outlined within your handout. This summary will serve as a companion to your handout and include any additional support information needed to ensure the topic of reading a research report is effectively explained. 

Answer:

The Process of Reading A Research Report (IMRAD Format)

Step-by-step explanation

The Process of Reading A Research Report (IMRAD Format)

Introduction - This section requires the introduction of the research problem with details explaining its significance and a background review of the available information regarding the topic of study.

Methods - This section describes the various techniques that will be adopted to collect data and also provides details of where the information will be gathered from including primary and secondary sources.

Results - This section provides information on the findings of the study, at the same time developing each point thoroughly because this is the core segment of the study.

Discussion - This section contains information supporting the importance of the findings. It relates how the outcomes are connected with the thesis, and also give information about the limitations of the study.