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Communicating Science
Communicating Uncertainty
Different Formats
How Does Science Differ from Other Disciplines?
Producing Effective Tables and Figures
Science Vocabulary
Using Comparisons and Descriptions
Developing an Effective Writing Process
Avoiding Plagiarism
Creating and Using Writing Outlines
Editing, Succinctness and Dealing with Jargon
Sentences and Paragraphs
Researching and Drafting
The Writing Process
Finding Sources
Finding Sources
Identifying Different Types of Sources
Integrating and Citing Sources
Grammar and Style
Active versus Passive Voice
Clarity and Simple Language
Grammar
Mechanics and Punctuation
Numbers and Units
Learning Strategies for Communicating Science
How to Approach Instructors
How to Give and Receive Effective Feedback
Making the Most of Tutorial Sessions
Self-Assessment
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Feedback – What Do You Think?
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Grading Techniques
Creating and Using Good Rubrics
How to Identify Students Who Need Help
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Active vs. Passive Voice
Communicating Science
Developing an Effective Writing Process
Grammar
Identifying and Citing Sources
Numbers, Units, and Mechanics
Paragraph Structure, Topic Sentences, and Transitions
Peer Review
Science Essay Writing (First-Year Undergraduates)
Succinct Writing and Dealing with Jargon
Summarizing Journal Articles
Using Quotations and Paraphrasing in Journalistic Writing
Writing Process
Strategies for Teaching Writing
Choosing a Writing Assignment
Choosing and Using Sample Texts
Communication Learning Objectives
Effective versus Ineffective Writing Prompts
How to Offer Strategic Feedback
Using Peer Review
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Designing Effective Writing Assignments
Grading and Providing Feedback
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A New Language For Science
Wooing our Future Science Communicators – an Instructor’s Journey (Part 1)
How Do You Get That Writing Done?
Lift-Off for JEMI+ — an International Undergraduate Journal
10 Top Tips for Getting Into Science Communication
Lighting the bulb – inspiring the next generation of scientists
Why — and how — students should be encouraged to ask for help with their writing
A big classroom is no barrier to teaching science writing — lessons from the front lines
AUDIO: Why adding writing assignments to science classes needn't be a headache
Are you an expert in that?
10 tips for the 10-minute conference presentation
Science Vocabulary
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Words that mean different things in science contexts
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Words that have specific statistical implications
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Words that often confuse students in exams and assignments
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