In this course, we use English to discuss and prepare papers for publication in SCI journals or to write theses results and discussions. We study the goals and pitfalls of writing the different sections of scientific papers. Students develop their own papers and practice peer review by evaluating the papers of their classmates. This course is designed for students preparing their thesis or publishable papers. Grading is based on improvement in writing and participation in discussion. Two textbooks required. In this course, we use English to discuss and prepare papers for publication in SCI journals or to write these results and discussions. We study the goals and pitfalls of writing the different sections of scientific papers. Students develop their own papers and practice peer review by evaluating the papers of their classes. This course is designed for students preparing their thesis or publishable papers. Grading is based on improvement in writing and participation in discussion. Two textbooks required.
• Day, Robert A. 1999. How to Write & Publish a Scientific Paper. 5th edition. Cambridge University Press.
• Shrunk, W. Jr., E.B. White & R. Angell. 2000. The Elements of Style. 4th Edition. Pearson Allyn & Bacon. (Available online).
• Author guidelines for the journal to which you would like to submit your paper.
• Day, Robert A. 1999. How to Write & Publish a Scientific Paper. 5th edition. Cambridge University Press.
• Shrunk, W. Jr., E.B. White & R. Angell. 2000. The Elements of Style. 4th Edition. Pearson Allyn & Bacon. (Available online).
• Author guidelines for the journal to which you would like to submit your paper.
| 評分項目 Grading Method | 配分比例 Grading percentage | 說明 Description |
|---|---|---|
| WritingWriting Writing |
50 | |
| Participation in DiscussionParticipation in Discussion Participation in Discussion |
50 |
