GUIDE TO WRITING THE REPORT
1. Introduction (8 points)
• Background: Clearly explain why your study is important. Write about the problem you are
solving and why it matters in the context of English language learning.
• Statement of the Problem: Make sure to identify a clear research gap or a specific problem
that you aim to address. This should be specific and easy to understand, so your readers
know exactly what the focus is.
2. Literature Review (8 points)
• Review Relevant Research: Find studies related to your topic and summarize them. Make
sure to include important research that connects to your study.
• Contextualization: Show how your study fits in with other research. Explain what others
have done and why your study adds something new or important. Use proper citations to
give credit to other researchers.
3. Research Questions/Hypotheses (6 points)
• Clear Formulation: Write clear research questions or hypotheses. They should be specific
and directly relate to the problem you're addressing.
• Appropriateness: Ensure your research questions or hypotheses are suitable for your study
type (qualitative or quantitative). If your study involves exploring ideas, use "what" or
"how" questions. If you are testing something, write a clear hypothesis.
4. Methodology (8 points)
• Participants: Describe who is involved in your study (e.g., students, teachers). Mention
their characteristics (like age or background).
• Materials and Instruments: Explain what tools or instruments you used to collect data
(e.g., surveys, interviews, observation). Be specific so others can understand how data was
gathered.
• Procedure: Give a step-by-step explanation of what you did in the study. This should be
clear enough for someone else to repeat your study.
5. Data Analysis (6 points)
• Clarity: Clearly explain how you analyzed your data. Say whether you used numbers
(quantitative) or themes (qualitative).
• Analytical Methods: Choose an appropriate method for analyzing your data. For example,
if you collected numbers, you might use statistics. If you collected opinions, you might
group similar responses together.
6. Results (8 points)
• Presentation: Present your findings clearly. Use charts, graphs, or tables if needed to make
it easier to understand.
• Summary: Summarize what you found. Mention the most important findings that answer
your research questions.
7. Discussion (8 points)
• Interpretation: Explain what your results mean. How do they answer your research
questions?
• Comparison with Previous Research: Compare your results to what other studies found.
Are they similar or different?
• Limitations: Mention any problems or limitations in your study (e.g., small number of
participants).
• Recommendations: Suggest practical ways to apply your findings. How can teachers or
students use your results?
8. Conclusion (6 points)
• Summary: Summarize the key findings from your research in a few sentences.
• Contributions: Briefly state what your research contributes to the field of English language
learning and why it is important.
9. Implications for Teaching (6 points)
• Application in Real-Life Teaching: Describe how teachers can use your findings in their
classrooms. Be specific about what actions or changes they could take.
10. Recommendations for Future Research (6 points)
• Ideas for Future Research: Provide suggestions for what other researchers could do to
continue your work. These should be practical and directly related to your findings.
11. References (5 points)
• Accurate Citation: List all the sources you used in your research. Make sure you follow a
consistent format (e.g., APA style). Include every source you mentioned in your report.
12. Appendices (5 points)
• Supplementary Materials: Include any extra materials that support your report, like survey
questions or interview guides. Make sure they are organized and labeled clearly.
Tips for High Scores
1. Be Clear and Specific: Make sure every part of your report is easy to understand.
2. Follow the Structure: Use headings for each section to make your report well-organized.
3. Use Visual Aids: Where possible, use charts or tables to present your data. This makes your
report more professional.
4. Review and Revise: Before submitting, double-check your work for clarity, grammar, and
to ensure every part of the rubric is addressed.
