Popular Post Jaymi Posted August 5, 2011 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 5, 2011 Hey guys! so while i was going through the threads, i saw that none of them actually gave good pointers on how to write a very good abstract. So i've got a few notes which i'll share with everyone. They were handouts which my supervisor had given me, but i just condensed it into one. Good luck!HOW TO WRITE AN ABSTRACTAn abstract is a concise, stand-alone statement that conveys the essential information contained in an article, book, research paper, or document. Written in a direct non-repetitive style, the abstract should: - Identify the problem (research question of thesis) investigated. - Describe the scope or method of investigation.- Summarize the results. - State the conclusion(s).The abstract for an EE can only be 300 words (max) long. It is usually done right at the end of the process, but it comes in after your cover page in the presentation. Writing the abstract1. Highlight the sentences in the paper that detail the problem (objective) investigated. 2. Highlight the research question (or thesis). 3. Identify information (phrases, key words) that shows the scope and sequence of the investigation-identify but do not explain. 4. condense the conclusion into a few concise sentences. Words of advice:1) for the first draft, don't worry about length. Just try to cover all the important components that are required in the abstract. Use all the information that highlighted and identifiedas you read through the essay (or article).2) Take a word count before you begin to edit.3) Begin editing by deleting words, phrases and sentences that are less important or provide more explanation than necessary. 4) Look for places where sentences can be combined to omit extra words or condense idea. 5) Delete unnecessary background information. 6) Do not use jargon, abbreviations, direct quotes or citations. 7) Avoid writing in the first person (I). Rather than saying. "In this essay I discuss...",try a more formal approach by starting your abstract with an opening simlar to: This essay discusses the effects of...Specifically, this paperinvestigates (restate research question)..." "This essay examines how...It attempts to answer the question..."8) Write the required word count. If a 300 word abstract is required (this IS required for IB), get as close to the require number of words as possible. At this stage, as well planning your arguement, you need to think about the marking criteria and requirements for the presentation.THE ASSESSMENT CRITERIA FOR AN EXTENDED ESSAY Criteria (Marks Available)A- Research Question (2)B- Introduction (2)C- Investigation (4)D- Knowledge and Understanding (4)E- Reasoned argument (4)F- Application of analytical and evaluative skills (4)G- Use of language appropriate to the subject (4)H- Conclusion (2)I- Formal Presentation (4)J- Abstract (2)K- Holistic judgment (4) 28 1 Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximuzs Posted December 18, 2011 Report Share Posted December 18, 2011 Your observation was correct - there is little advice on the abstract.Thank you very much for the comprehensive and comprehensible account of what needs to be done!Cheers Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhea Eve D'souza Posted December 21, 2011 Report Share Posted December 21, 2011 Thank you so much! I need to work on mine right now and this will prove to be incredibly helpful! Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will D Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Thanks a ton, I have been searching for ages and this is the first thread that has given truly useful advice. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
psychologystudent501 Posted May 6, 2013 Report Share Posted May 6, 2013 Thank you so much, this was so helpful! I was really unsure what exactly to put and wrote about double the abstract initially, then I found this and managed to cut it down ^^ thanks! Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoanneGross Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 As you know abstract is one of the main part in the essay writing. While writing the abstract you have to concentrate in some points. that is you have to make the abstract in short and defined manner and not exceeding a particular limit and also it should describe the essay writing topic. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEliberator Posted June 5, 2015 Report Share Posted June 5, 2015 Indeed this topic is helpful as I have started with my personal project. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Branna Posted July 23, 2015 Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Wow! oh, I wish you post it when I needed it sooooo much. Because of lack of creativity I cooldn't write it, anything at all And I was advised to find some reviews for essay writing service employment, I did, it helped, but I wish I would wrote it by myself Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry216 Posted December 5, 2020 Report Share Posted December 5, 2020 Thanks Jaymi! I am searching this information for a longer. Many thanks from ESA letter for housing Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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