This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences.
Writing in the Sciences
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Writing in the Sciences
Stanford University
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Unit 1 introduces the course and reviews key principles of effective writing. In particular, you will practice cutting clutter from writing.
7 個視頻（共 79 分鐘）, 1 個測驗
7 個視頻
1.2: Examples of what not to do6分鐘
1.3: Overview, principles of effective writing6分鐘
1.4: Cut the clutter17分鐘
1.5: Cut the clutter, more tricks4分鐘
1.6: Practicing cutting clutter9分鐘
Demo Edit 1 (Optional)23分鐘
1 個練習
Unit 1 Homework分鐘
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Unit 2 focuses on writing with strong, active verbs. Lessons include how to: write in the active voice; avoid turning verbs into nouns; choose strong verbs; and get to the main verb of a sentence quickly.
7 個視頻（共 87 分鐘）, 1 個測驗
7 個視頻
2.2: Is it really OK to use "We" and "I"5分鐘
2.3: Active voice practice5分鐘
2.4: Write with verbs8分鐘
2.5: Practice examples20分鐘
2.6: A few grammar tips10分鐘
Demo Edit 2 (Optional)20分鐘
1 個練習
Unit 2 Homework分鐘
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Unit 3 reviews how to vary sentence structure and write strong paragraphs. You will practice using the dash, colon, semi-colon, and parentheses, as well as writing well-organized and concise paragraphs.
8 個視頻（共 105 分鐘）, 2 個測驗
8 個視頻
3.2: Practice, colon and dash6分鐘
3.3: Parallelism5分鐘
3.4: Paragraphs9分鐘
3.5: Paragraph Editing I13分鐘
3.6: Paragraph Editing II11分鐘
Module 3.7: A few more tips7分鐘
Demo Edit 3 (Optional)22分鐘
1 個練習
Unit 3 Homework分鐘
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Unit 4 reviews the writing process. I will give you tips for making the writing process easier, more efficient, and more organized.
7 個視頻（共 81 分鐘）, 1 個測驗
7 個視頻
4.2 Overview of the writing process7分鐘
4.3 The pre-writing step11分鐘
4.4 The writing step7分鐘
4.5: Revision5分鐘
4.6: Checklist for the final draft12分鐘
Demo Edit 4 (Optional)20分鐘
1 個練習
Unit 4 Homework分鐘
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創建者 HE•Dec 20th 2017
Thanks Dr. Kristin for this interesting course. It was so useful. I have learnt a lot from it. Your pretty way of teaching encouraged me to complete the course. Thanks for this exciting experience.
創建者 DK•Jun 17th 2018
Extremely helpful for someone who is just beginning his scientific career (me). It is particularly convenient to have examples from medical articles, as this is the science field I am exploring.
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Dr. Kristin Sainani
Associate ProfessorHealth Research and Policy
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Are there other versions of this course available?
Yes. There is a Stanford Lagunita offering, and a Continuing Medical Education (CME) offering. The different offerings are described below:
The Stanford Lagunita offering is self-paced, unmoderated, includes self assessment assignments, and offers you the ability to earn a free Statement of Accomplishment.
The Coursera offering is provided on a monthly basis, is more moderated, includes peer assessment assignments, and offers you the ability to earn a certificate of completion for a fee.
The CME offering can be used to earn Continuing Medical Education credits.
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