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Presentation

Does this paper present a cohesive argument? Are the ideas clearly structured?

Writing

Does the title accurately represent the manuscript? Is the writing concise and easy to follow?

Length

Should the paper be expanded, condensed, or summarized?

Title

Is the title succinct and reflective of the manuscript's main findings? Avoid abbreviations.

Abstract
  • Does it include research objectives?
  • Is the methodology clearly defined?
  • Are results or findings well-presented?
  • Does it provide a clear conclusion?
Preliminary Section
  • Clearly states research background
  • Discusses relevant research and novelty
  • Provides a gap analysis
  • Includes hypothesis or problem statement (if applicable)
  • Defines approach to problem-solving
  • Clearly states research objectives
Method
  • Is the methodology clearly written for replication?
  • Does it explain how research was conducted?
  • Does it describe location, participants, instruments, and data analysis?
Results and Discussion
  • Are data processed and presented in tables or figures?
  • Are outcomes related to the research question?
  • Is consistency or discrepancy with other research discussed?
  • Is there a scientific interpretation of each finding?
  • Are research implications explained?
  • Are limitations or shortcomings acknowledged?
  • Is there a discussion on future research directions?
Conclusion
  • Does it answer the research objectives?
  • Are implications or recommendations provided (optional)?
  • Is it written in paragraphs rather than bullet points?