Improving Academic Writing: Key Aspects of Academic Style and Referencing
Learn about academic style in English, principles of referencing, and how to write effectively for assignments. Understand the functions of academic style, such as clear communication and showcasing membership in the academic community. Explore a paragraph analysis on making people work harder, iden
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Understanding CAPC: Curriculum and Academic Policies Council Overview
CAPC, the Curriculum and Academic Policies Council, is a faculty legislative body responsible for recommending changes to academic policies and curriculum. Governed by bylaws, CAPC conducts elections, engages in decision-making processes, and has various committees and subcommittees dedicated to spe
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EURAXESS Science4Refugees Hub Information Session Overview
Join the EURAXESS Science4Refugees Hub Information Session to learn about the activities, core team, and future plans of the hub. Discover how the hub aims to support the integration of displaced researchers into the labor market, with a focus on female researchers and their spouses. Explore the syn
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Meet the Distinguished Researchers in Medical Sciences
Head of Medical Sciences Research Centers and academic experts share insights on the importance of research, qualities of good researchers, types of variables, study methodologies, validity and reliability of tests, and essential tools like BioRender, Plagiarism Checkers, and Grammarly.
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Divanto our comprehensive guide to all things PTE Academic test date 2024!
Divanto our comprehensive guide to all things PTE Academic test date 2024! Whether you're aiming to study abroad or advance your career, PTE Academic, conducted by Pearson PLC Group, stands out as a leading digital English language test.\n\n\n\nPTE Academic assesses your skills in listening, readin
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Embracing Your Voice in Academic Writing
Academic writing doesn't require you to abandon your unique voice. It's about finding a balance between everyday language and academic tone. Avoiding convoluted writing is key to engaging readers. Blending colloquial and academic styles can enhance clarity and audience understanding, making complex
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Office of the Registrar: Academic Year 2021-2022 Overview
This collection provides detailed information about the Office of the Registrar's responsibilities, academic processes, policies, contact emails, office location, and graduate attributes for the academic year 2021-2022 at Nazarbayev University. From managing academic leave to graduation ceremonies,
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Enhancing Academic Writing Skills: Key Concepts and Strategies
Explore the essential elements of academic writing, such as formality, clarity, precision, and objectivity. Learn to use formal English, avoid slang, and maintain an impersonal tone. Discover tips for clearer and more concise writing, along with techniques for rewriting sentences in an academic styl
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Understanding Academic Integrity at the University of Manitoba
Explore the essential aspects of academic integrity, including its definition, importance for students, types of dishonesty, and expectations in a class setting. Discover why students should care about academic integrity, the various types of academic misconduct such as plagiarism and cheating, and
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Access Center Services at Mt. San Antonio College
Mt. San Antonio College offers a range of support services through the Access Center to assist students with disabilities in accessing courses and programs. These services include academic, career, and personal counseling, assistance with academic accommodations, classes on academic strategies, and
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Mastering Academic Writing: Strategies for Success
Academic writing is a formal style of writing with specific characteristics such as accuracy, brevity, and clarity. Understanding academic style is crucial for success in your course as it reflects your engagement with the content. Successful academic writers read, learn new vocabulary, and have a s
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Graduate Division GSR Requirements and Process Overview
Graduate Student Researchers (GSRs) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) are selected for their academic promise and assist faculty members with scholarly research. They are primarily students receiving training for academic and research careers. GSRs have specific eligibility require
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Academic Integrity and Resolution Process at FSU
At Florida State University (FSU), maintaining academic integrity is crucial. The Faculty Development and Advancement (FDA) office plays a key role in resolving allegations of academic misconduct through educational processes. The Academic Honor Policy outlines the responsibilities of students and i
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Delving into Corpus-Based Information on Academic Speaking
Exploring high-frequency features like chunking and vague category marking in academic speaking, and how these manifest from conversational habits. Analysis includes 3-word and 4-word chunks commonly found in academic conversations. The comparison of academic versus social language use provides valu
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Supporting Researchers with Research Data Management (RDM) Costs by Jacques Flores
Helping researchers meet funder and institutional demands for data management plans, sharing data, metadata, security, privacy, and long-term preservation. Creating awareness about RDM costs beyond storage solutions, emphasizing metadata, informed consent, anonymization, and data preparation. Provid
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Mastering Academic Writing and Presentations for Success
Explore the essence of academic writing, learn to identify academic statements, understand where academic writing appears, grasp narrative styles, and differentiate academic writing styles through engaging activities in this comprehensive guide by Tharindu Jayamanna.
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Academic Success Workshop - Striving for Excellence
Welcome to the Academic Success Workshop designed to help students facing academic challenges. Learn about identifying strengths, overcoming barriers, and creating action plans for success. Understand the importance of knowledge, motivation, and readiness for change in achieving academic goals. Get
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Understanding Plagiarism and Academic Negligence in Academic Writing
This content discusses the definitions of plagiarism and academic negligence, the importance of citing sources, and the consequences of academic dishonesty according to the LCC Student Code of Conduct. It emphasizes the necessity of acknowledging sources to give credit, establish credibility, and av
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Reflections on Autoethnodrama: Navigating Academic Research Challenges
Exploring the complexities of academic life, "Leaving the Blood In: Autoethnodrama as a Methodology in Academic Research" delves into the questioning of traditional academic practices. Through autoethnography, the blend of research, personal narrative, and fiction is highlighted, challenging convent
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Academic Integrity Board Game Overview
Academic Integrity Board Game offers a fun and educational approach to understanding academic integrity. The game revolves around values like honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, and courage, as defined by the International Center for Academic Integrity. Players set up the board, place
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NSERC McDonald Fellowship Information Session Overview
The NSERC McDonald Fellowship Information Session provides insights into the prestigious fellowship aiming to support early-stage academic researchers in natural sciences and engineering. The session includes discussions on the fellowship's background, eligibility criteria, self-nomination process,
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Enhancing Academic Writing with Legitimation Code Theory
Explore how Legitimation Code Theory (LCT) can help identify and explain the expectations for good academic paragraphs. Delve into practical activities and discussions regarding academic writing standards and the use of LCT in guiding student output. Gain insights into the nuances of academic discou
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Engagement of Academic Associations in Multi-Disciplinary Science Advice
Explore the involvement of academic associations and scientific networks in providing multi-disciplinary science advice for policy making. Led by Prof. Gaby Umbach, the session includes discussions on the role of collective academic actors, quality expectations, and ways to enhance science-policy in
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Human Research Ethics Guidance for Researchers: Application and Approval Processes
This document provides comprehensive guidance for researchers on preparing applications and conducting human research ethics projects. It covers various aspects such as recruitment processes, consent processes, risk management, data collection, and reporting. The guidelines aim to ensure high-qualit
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Guidelines for Academic Promotions in Medical School
Academic promotions in a medical school are crucial for recognizing achievements, maintaining competitiveness, and serving the institution's interests. Promotion criteria include teaching effectiveness, scholarly activity, clinical service, and active participation in various communities. Meritoriou
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Introduction to Boston University's Shared Computing Cluster
Boston University's Shared Computing Cluster (SCC) provides researchers with access to a high-performance computing environment for running code, collaborating on shared data, and utilizing specialized software packages. With over 800 nodes, 20,000 processors, and hundreds of GPUs, the SCC offers re
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Effective Communication for Researchers - Virtual Residency Workshop
Dive into effective communication strategies for researchers in the Virtual Residency Workshop led by Henry Neeman from the University of Oklahoma. Explore research terminology, the mindset gap, and ways to engage with different types of researchers. Discover how to locate and approach researchers f
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Integrating ORCID into Research Workflows: A Vital Tool for Researchers
ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is a unique identifier that streamlines scholarly work tracking, affiliations, and data visibility. Funders, publishers, and researchers worldwide are adopting ORCID to enhance workflow efficiency, data accuracy, and impact assessment. Integration of ORCID
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Welcome to StFX: An Overview of Academic Excellence and Supportive Environment
StFX extends a warm welcome to all, emphasizing its location on Mi'kma'ki territory and the historic treaties. The university boasts award-winning faculty and staff dedicated to student well-being and academic growth since its founding in 1853. The current academic year presents unique challenges, b
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Social Impact and Motivations of Early Career Researchers in Europe
Exploring the motivations of Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in Europe regarding impactful research, this study delves into the importance of social impact, the challenges faced, such as academic priorities over societal impact, and specific issues affecting ECRs like short-term contracts and freque
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Supporting Researchers at Risk in Europe: Project Overview
This project focuses on supporting researchers at risk in Europe through a long-term, cross-sectoral structure to improve career development opportunities, bridge support mechanisms, and enhance the work environment. With funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 program, the initiative aims to
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Understanding Research Instruments in Academic Studies
Research instruments play a crucial role in academic research by helping researchers collect data effectively. These instruments need to be valid, reliable, and usable to ensure accurate results. Different types of research instruments exist, including questionnaires, interviews, and checklists. Val
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Academic Researchers' Union Contract Details at UC System
The Academic Researchers' Union at the University of California system, represented by UAW Local 5810, successfully negotiated a new contract in a record time in 2019. The contract covers specialists, project scientists, and professional researchers, with salary adjustments and unit exclusions clear
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Strategies for Advancing Female Researchers' Careers at ZRC SAZU, Slovenia
Enhancing gender equality and career advancement for female researchers at ZRC SAZU in Slovenia is a priority, with measures like mentoring, flexible working hours, funds for family support, and promoting excellence being key strategies. The institution's Gender Equality Plan (GEP) includes initiati
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Exploring a Compressed Academic Calendar: A Detailed Examination by the Alternative Academic Calendar Committee
The Alternative Academic Calendar Committee at Chabot College and Las Positas College District Office is diligently studying the potential adoption of a compressed academic calendar. With careful consideration of stakeholder input and thorough analysis of the benefits and challenges involved, the co
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Senate Committee on Academic Freedom and Faculty Rights Overview
The Senate Committee on Academic Freedom and Faculty Rights (SCAFFR) plays a crucial role in addressing issues related to academic freedom, faculty rights, and academic grievances at the University of Utah. The committee investigates academic freedom issues, reviews grievances, oversees the Code of
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University Academic Leadership Structure Overview
The university's academic leadership structure is outlined, including the Academic Council, Academic Coordinators Council, and Department Chairs. The Academic Council oversees various departments led by vice provosts and associate provosts. The Academic Coordinators Council consists of members from
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Academic Reps Responsibilities in Student Leadership Workshop
Explore the role and responsibilities of Academic Reps in a Student Leadership Workshop led by Dr. Amanda Hlengwa and Ms. Kelly Solomon at the Centre for Higher Education Research, Teaching, and Learning. Academic Reps assist first-year students, provide mentorship, liaise with students and faculty,
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Academic journals
Academic journals are periodicals that publish scholarly research in specific fields of study. They serve as platforms for researchers, scholars, and experts to share new findings, theories, methodologies, and analyses with the academic community. Ea
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Academic journals
Academic journals are periodicals that publish scholarly research in specific fields of study. They serve as platforms for researchers, scholars, and experts to share new findings, theories, methodologies, and analyses with the academic community. Ea
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