Anna and Fred are about to write their papers. Which of the following points will help them write quality papers? (check all that apply)
Best writing practices for university students
The art of writing an academic paper
OBJECTIVES
- Writing your paper
QUIZ
Provide the correct section names for the following definitions.
Provides information on the methodology and materials used for the research
Describes observations noted during the research
Sums up the key elements of the paper supported by theory
Lays out the context and justification for the paper, along with relevant theory
Methodology
Introduction
Conclusion
Findings
Formatting is important because: (only one answer)
KEY POINTS
It’s not easy to start writing an academic paper. For some like Fred, writing reams is not problem, but for others like Anna, it’s much harder to get started. In either case, use the following advice to help you get started with writing your paper.
Establish a plan before starting to write. It’s the best way to lay out your ideas and organize them logically.
An academic paper must be written in a way to help comprehension and usually contains:
- An introduction
- Developing arguments
- A critique or discussion of your findings
- A conclusion
- A bibliography
Use short sentences and a vocabulary that is suited to your domain when writing your paper.
Formatting is also important. Ask your professor about what the requirements are.
FOR FURTHER STUDY
Books:
- Critical reading and writing for postgraduates / Mike Wallace and Alison Wray (2009)
- Writing your master's thesis : from a to Zen / Lynn P. Nygaard (2017)
Ebook:
- Stylish Academic Writing / Helen Sword (2012)
