Discussion
The discussion section answers the question of what the results mean. It addresses the research purpose, draws general conclusions, answers the research question, and considers limitations and implications. It puts the results section in the context of the larger world and the issues raised in the introduction.
Conclusions: Do the conclusions address the research question and other issues from the introduction?
Limitations: Does the research have any important limitations that are not discussed?
Implications: Does this research have implications for current knowledge in this area?
Applications: Does this research have useful applications?
Contribution: Does this research add value apart from what others have done?
Future Potential: Does this research have the potential to grow?
References: Do the references reflect the quality, breadth and up-to-dateness of the publication?
Acknowledgements: Is any help from others acknowledged?
Submission Requirements: Are the submission requirements met?
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