Imagine heading off on a thrilling road trip down Route 66. You’ve packed, gassed up the car, and planned your route. But once you start driving, your GPS fails. Every turn and stop becomes a guessing game. Your trip falls into chaos and frustration. Writing a long piece like a dissertation without clear paragraph structure is similar. You end up with scattered thoughts and confused…
Clear Communication: Avoiding Run-on Sentences and Fragments
Have you ever read something important but struggled to understand it? Maybe it was a research article or a business email. You found run-on sentences or missing parts of sentences. This can make even the most dedicated reader lose focus. Recently, I saw a sentence that confused me: “She writes the music he plays the guitar.” At first, I thought it was a new, creative…
Rationale for Research: Writing Tips & Examples
The rationale for research justifies the need for a study and its potential contributions. It highlights gaps in existing knowledge and aims to fill those gaps. A well-crafted rationale increases the chances of publication success and funding approval. The rationale typically follows a logical sequence from literature review to research objectives. Its length varies based on the type of research document, ranging from a few…
How to Use Active vs. Passive Voice in Research Articles
I’ll show you how to effectively use active vs. passive voice in research articles for clear, impactful writing that engages your readers.