The purpose of an introduction is to acquaint the reader with the rationale behind the work, with the intention of defending it. It places your work in a theoretical context, and enables the reader to understand and appreciate your objectives. Your introductions should not exceed two pages (double spaced, typed).

This section should include:
• Describe the importance (significance) of the study – why was this worth doing in the first place?
• Provide an overview of the research pertinent to your study?
• Provide a rationale. State your specific hypothesis(es) or objective(s), and describe the reasoning that led you to select them.