7.7. Writing the Report

• The methodology section explains how data was collected and analyzed.

  True
• The introduction of a geography report should outline the central research question and specific aims of the investigation.


  True
• Surveys and interviews are examples of data collection methods
• The research question in the example introduction is: "How do urban green spaces affect the mental well-being of residents in Nottingham
• Regular green space visitors in the example study had an average mental health score of 7.8
• What software was used in the Nottingham mental health study to compare mental health scores?

  SPSS
• Residents who visited green spaces frequently had on average 20% higher self-reported mental health scores
• Key elements of a comprehensive discussion in an independent investigation report

  1️⃣ Interpretation of results

  2️⃣ Comparison to existing knowledge

  3️⃣ Limitations and potential biases

  4️⃣ Future research directions
• Acknowledging limitations and biases is crucial for the credibility of the study.


  True
• The study area for this investigation was Nottingham
• Arrange the key steps in writing an AQA A-Level Geography Independent Investigation report in the correct order:

  1️⃣ Understand the Report Structure

  2️⃣ Create a Strong Introduction

  3️⃣ Present the Methodology

  4️⃣ Analyze Data and Findings

  5️⃣ Develop Comprehensive Discussions

  6️⃣ Formulate Clear Conclusions

  7️⃣ Maintain Proper Formatting and Style
• Match the report section with its purpose:

  Introduction ↔️ Sets the research focus

  Methodology ↔️ Explains data collection

  Results ↔️ Presents objective findings

  Discussion ↔️ Interprets the findings

  Conclusion ↔️ Summarizes the research
• In the example introduction, Nottingham was chosen as the study area due to its diverse population and extensive network of urban parks
• The introduction of a geography report should set the context, research question, and aims
• Arrange the aims of the example urban green spaces study in the correct order:

  1️⃣ Assess the frequency of visits to urban green spaces

  2️⃣ Evaluate the self-reported mental health scores of residents who frequently use urban green spaces

  3️⃣ Compare the mental health scores of residents who regularly visit green spaces with those who do not
• A bar chart can visually highlight the difference in mental health scores between regular visitors and non-visitors of urban green spaces.


  True
• A bar chart was used to visually illustrate the difference in mental health scores between green space visitors and non-visitors.


  True
• What method was used to analyze open-ended survey responses in the study?

  Thematic coding
• Which themes were identified in the study as being associated with green space use?

  Stress reduction, increased physical activity, improved mood
• What should the interpretation of results explain in the discussion section?

  The significance of the findings
• Match the sections of an A-Level Geography Independent Investigation report with their purposes:

  Introduction ↔️ Sets the context and research question

  Methodology ↔️ Explains how data was collected

  Results ↔️ Presents findings objectively

  Discussion ↔️ Relates results to the research question

  Conclusion ↔️ Summarizes findings and their significance

  Bibliography ↔️ Lists all sources used
• Where was the study conducted for this investigation?

  Nottingham, UK
• By what percentage were mental health scores higher for residents who frequently visited green spaces?

  20%
• The Comparison to Existing Knowledge in the Discussion section should explain how your results support, contradict, or build upon existing knowledge.


  True
• 75% of Nottingham residents reported visiting urban green spaces at least once a week.


  True
• The Interpretation of Results in the Discussion section should explain what the results mean and why they are significant in answering the research question
• The Interpretation of Results should discuss any patterns, trends, or unexpected findings observed in the data
• What type of formatting should be used for key terms in the report?

  Bold
• The Conclusion section should address the original research question and highlight the implications of the study.

  True
• One key action in the review and edit process is to check clarity and coherence
• The introduction of a geography report should set the context, research question, and aims
• The methodology section of a geography report should describe data collection methods and analysis techniques
• The study area in the methodology section should describe the location of the investigation.


  True
• The results section presents findings objectively without interpretation.


  True
• SPSS was used in the example study to compare mental health scores.


  True
• The "Findings" section focuses on interpreting the gathered data and presenting the results
• Statistical analysis in the study used SPSS to compare mental health scores between residents who frequently visited urban green spaces and those who did not
• 75% of Nottingham residents reported visiting urban green spaces at least once a week.

  True
• Urban green spaces in Nottingham have been shown to have a positive impact on mental well-being.


  True
• Your findings should be compared to relevant theories, models, or previous research