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Unveiling the Art of Crafting an Insightful Abstract in Social Science Research: A Comprehensive Guide

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  • Fodouop Kouam Arthur William

    (School of Management, Hebei University, Baoding City, Hebei Province, China.)

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An insightful abstract is crucial for effective communication and impact in social science research. This comprehensive guide addresses the common challenges scholars face in abstract writing, discusses abstracts’ purpose and functions, highlights abstracts' components, and provides practical strategies for crafting impactful abstracts. Researchers can effectively communicate the essence of their studies by summarizing complex research, balancing brevity and clarity, selecting relevant information, avoiding technical jargon, and identifying key takeaways. Adhering to formatting guidelines, avoiding ambiguity, and revising and condensing abstracts enhance their quality. This study fills a gap by comprehensively understanding abstract writing in social science research. It empowers researchers to communicate their research objectives and findings to diverse audiences. Implementing the insights shared in this guide will enable researchers to enhance the visibility and impact of their work.

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  • Fodouop Kouam Arthur William, 2024. "Unveiling the Art of Crafting an Insightful Abstract in Social Science Research: A Comprehensive Guide," International Journal of Science and Business, IJSAB International, vol. 32(1), pages 87-95.
    • Handle: RePEc:aif:journl:v:32:y:2024:i:1:p:87-95
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    1. Prof. Kwadwo Adinkrah-Appiah & Atianashie Miracle A & Chukwuma Chinaza Adaobi & Augustine Owusu-Addo, 2021. "Innovative Research: Writing an Effective Abstract to Improve Your Article Quality and Readability," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 8(7), pages 106-109, July.
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