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How To Write An Original Thesis: A Step By Step Guide

An essential program for authors with everything you need to know on how to structure your writing, formulate ideas, and present your work effectively in the form of a well-written thesis.

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30 mins

English

Video

2 modules

Online, On-demand learning

Access on any device

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What you learn

  • The purpose and importance of a well-written thesis
  • Structural formats and guidelines when writing a thesis
  • How to formulate ideas and support your arguments
  • How to communicate your research findings effectively
  • Description

    Writing a thesis can be extremely daunting, especially if you are just starting out in the world of academia. What are the various elements of a thesis to consider? How to ensure you don’t skip steps or make critical errors while writing? If writing an effective thesis is your goal, and you are not sure about how to attain it, this concise program is for you.

    This well-paced course emphasizes the importance of a well-written thesis, and presents you with easy-to-follow tips to help you structure your research writing. It further simplifies the task by explaining the key sections and essential elements you should keep in mind when you set out to write your thesis. You will also find expert advice on how to propose your ideas and support your arguments to communicate your research findings effectively. With a list of handy guidelines and final checks, the program will ensure you have everything you need to write an effective thesis.

    Course Narrator:

    Dr. Jacob D. Wickham, Academic Trainer Dr. Jacob Wickham, Managing Editor of the journal Integrative Zoology, is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Zoology in the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Adjunct Professor at the Department of Entomology in Rutgers University. An award-winning and celebrated zoologist, Dr. Wickham has over 15 years of experience in academic publishing and had published several papers in high impact journals. Dr. Wickham has gained a lot of valuable experience in research and journal publishing over the years and is passionate about sharing his knowledge with researchers to help them in their publication journey.


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    LECTURE 1 | Video

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    LECTURE 2 | Quiz

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    Reviews (6)

    Don Fontana

    Clear and well organized

    Abdullah Arogundade

    Interesting course. Straightforward to catch up with.

    Muslim Khan

    It was simple & to the Point stuff on the topic; light but the core of the topic was there & the teaching methodology was perfect.

    Joseph Fallah Yondah

    Very accurate and concise.

    Christine Joy Valdez

    This is so interesting and full of knowledge.

    Parul Nigam

    Excellent. This video covers each highlights of writing in a very less time.

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