WRITING THE INTRODUCTION SECTION The introduction is where you make your case. You explain what you studied, why it matters, and what you hoped to achieve. Think of it as a funnel: you start broad (general context) and narrow down to your specific research focus. By the end, readers should understand exactly what gap your research fills and why filling that gap matters.  2.1 Structure of a Research Introduction According to Swales (1990), research introductions follow a " Create a Research Space " (CARS) model. You establish territory (what's known), identify a niche (what's missing), and occupy that niche (what you'll do). This three-move structure appears across disciplines because it works. Standard Introduction Components (in order): 1. Background and Context 2. Rationale (Why this research matters) 3. Aim (Your overarching goal) 4. Objectives (Specific steps to reach that goal) 5. Research Significance (Who benefits and how) 6. Research ...