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1. Introduction to Scientific Writing
Introduces the course and reviews key principles of effective writing.
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2. Structure of Paper/Thesis
Know the various sections of a research manuscript
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3. Grammar
Learn a few grammar tips essential for error-free scientific writing
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4. Literature Review
Learn how to search quality literature for your research
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5. Writing a Research Paper: Part 1
Learn writing your research manuscript in simple step-wise manner
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6. Writing a Research Paper: Part 2
Learn to present your manuscript in research paper format
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7. Referencing
Learn to use referencing tools effectively
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8. Plagiarism
Understand types of plagiarism and learn to use plagiarism detection tools
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9. Review Paper
Know how to formulate a review paper
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10. Publishing Research Paper: Part 1
Know the details before publishing
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11. Publishing Research Paper: Part 2
Steps in publishing
- Introduction to editorial processes
- How to organize information into a strong cover letter to editor
- How to summarize your research without repeating the abstract
- Additional information and documents
- Understanding Peer Review
- Manuscript revision process
- Journal decision
- What to do if manuscript is rejected?
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12. How to Present Your Work
Learn to present result of your hard work in a powerful way
