Have a look at this short video for more information about personal pronouns and active and passive voice.
Academic writing is explicit in a number of ways. Most importantly, it means there is a clear presentation of ideas in the paper. The text needs to have a structure that is well-organized be simple for your reader to adhere to. One good way to accomplish structure and clarity in your text is through making use of signposts. Signposts are phrases and words which you can use in your text so that you can guide your reader along. Signposting can be divided in to two different categories: major signposting and linking words and phrases.
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Major signposting is used to signal key facets of the task, for instance the reason for an academic paper and its structure. Some examples of major signposting:
The aim of this scholarly study is always to …
This chapter reviews/deals with …
in summary …
Linking words and phrases create coherence and give the reader directions by marking transitions between sentences and paragraphs. Some situations of linking words and phrases:
Being explicit in your writing also means that you will be not vague but alternatively very specific within the presentation of ideas, numbers and years. Being specific helps add precision to your writing.
Common pitfalls for non-native writers – and exactly how in order to avoid them
If English just isn’t your first language you may encounter certain difficulties when writing academically. This section deals with probably the most pitfalls that are common. It becomes easier to avoid them and thereby become a better writer if you learn what your problems are.
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