Components of academic paper

Abstract	·         No more than 100 words ·         Summarizes arguments ·         Mentions aims/purposes ·         Mentions focus of literature ·         Mentions methods of research ·         Mentions findings ·         Mentions implications
Introduction	·         Provides background information and rationale for the research, and indicates why the topic is useful/interesting/significant ·         Presents research questions ·         Presents research aims

10 Life Lessons from Einstein

1. Follow Your Curiosity
“I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.”

2. Perseverance is Priceless
“It’s not that I’m so smart; it’s just that I stay with problems longer.”

3. Focus on the Present
“Any man who can drive safely while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the kiss the attention it deserves.”