1. Current State of the Research –Use summarizing, defining, argumentation, analytical skills Recommended Future Research –Mainly analytical skills Analysis Paper Structure

2. Summarize findings pertaining to your hypothesis Identify similarities & differences in results –Articulate dominant & alternative theories used to explain findings How can evidence contrary to your hypothesis be –Addressed by future research? –Reconciled with existing theories? Current State

3. Assess how –Research was conducted E.g., field vs. laboratory research –Variables were defined Identify practical implications of research Current State

4. Identify –Knowledge needed to improve understanding Neglected variables Potential relations between variables –Make specific recommendations for future research projects that would improve practice & research Go beyond critiquing the ‘writing’ style of articles. Future State

5. Comment on current state of research –Facts, theories, definitions, methods –Implications Articulate ideas for future research –Potential variables, relations –Usefulness To write an effective analysis