Scientific Writing Lecture 1 PDF

Scientific Writing Lecture 1 Dr/ Hytham Mymoon  Course Description Proper citation Common...

Scientific Writing Lecture 1 Dr/ Hytham Mymoon  Course Description Proper citation Common Purpose of and features of scientific writing acknowledgement scientific writing of sources Evaluation of Plagiarism and Common literature and methods of mistakes in information paraphrasing scientific writing sources How to write a Appropriate use Different writing scientific report, of tables and styles proposal and figures in data manuscript presentation Course Title Course Credit Hours Prerequisite Examination Marks Total Final Code Lect. Pract./Tut Total Period. Pract./Tut Wr. Oral Marks Exam. Hors Scientific NP 304 1 1 2 Registration 15 25 60 - 100 1 Writing Reliable and Unreliable Sources How to differentiate good sources from bad ones?  Examples of Reliable Sources Reliable Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB) Sources https://www.ekb.eg/ Provides students and researchers access to free educational and scientific publications.  Writing style There are two good reasons why it is desirable to write clearly: 1. First, to be sure that you yourself know what you mean 2. Second, to be sure that you get your message across to your readers. 10  Writing style * The style in which is of fundamental importance for you write and present achieving brevity and your paper clarity. it is essential to have * To convey messages organization both effectively in written between and within form, your paragraphs. 11  Writing style * Begin each paragraph with a purpose * Understand the basic format of sentences * Achieve clarity, brevity, and precision in your writing * Create an easily readable paper * Avoid common problems in sentence construction 12  Using transition words to begin sentences In addition, it is widely recognised that most cases of child abuse are not reported to authorities. Therefore, prevalence rates that include reported and unreported cases more accurately describe the extent of the problem of child assaults in communities. However, cases are difficult to ascertain through retrospective population studies. For example, there is an inverse association between study response rates and the estimated prevalence of child abuse. 14  Important Points for Effective Writing 1. Use short sentences (10 – 15 words; One idea per sentence) 2. Active vs passive voice 3. Logical flow of ideas Spellcheckers, Grammar and Style Analysis Programs 16 * The incredible capabilities of modern word processing programs can have a profound psychological effect, particularly because changes are relatively easy to make, and mechanical aids such as spellcheckers and style checkers save a lot of tedious effort. * However, be somewhat wary as some new tools can seriously distract one from the writing task at hand. 17  Word Processing Use word processing to write more efficiently With a computer and appropriate word processing software you can type, revise, and print text with minimal effort. Use the computer to compose your scientific paper, right from the beginning. You can insert and delete words or rearrange text without repetitious and retyping passages. It saves time, money, and reduces errors. Use word processing to write more efficiently Grammar Checking Programs Style analysis programs 24 Style Analysis Programs Style analysis programs * They will * They also identify can pick up redundant, too many overworked, short wordy, or trite phrases, sentences or overuse of and can help you “to be” verbs. detect noun-heavy passages by counting prepositions. 26 Publishing Research Publishing in well- respected, peer- reviewed journals is key to research success and professional growth. Why Publish Your Research? Unethical to conduct studies and not report findings Progress scientific knowledge and improve health outcomes Increase credibility and professional recognition.  Title Abstract Introduction Scientific Materials and Methods Paper Results Format Discussion Conclusion References  True or False 1. Using short sentences is important for effective writing. (T) 2. Logical flow is not required in scientific writing. (F) 3. Avoid repetitions in writing. (T) 4. Grammar checkers require personal judgment. (T) 5. Word processing saves time and money. (T) 6. It is ethical to conduct a study and not report the findings. (F)