Scientific writing Part I: Basics of Scientific Writing
The Basics of Scientific writing, introduces the building blocks of strong academic writing in health research. Through six focused lessons, participants learn to construct clear sentences and paragraphs, apply the core principles of effective scientific writing, plan and organize the writing process, draft a research concept note, and uphold academic integrity through proper citation and plagiarism avoidance.
Write clearly. Cite properly. Build integrity into every page.
The Basics of Scientific writing, introduces the building blocks of strong academic writing in health research. Through six focused lessons, participants learn to construct clear sentences and paragraphs, apply the core principles of effective scientific writing, plan and organize the writing process, draft a research concept note, and uphold academic integrity through proper citation and plagiarism avoidance.
Apply sentence-length variation, subject-verb proximity, and topic-focus placement to build paragraphs with logical flow, unity, and clarity.
Use active voice, strong verbs, positive constructions, and appropriate transition markers to make your writing direct, concise, and easy to follow.
Move from research idea to research concept note using structured frameworks like READ, outlining, and the TEAL paragraph method to reduce writer's block and stay organized.
Recognize the forms and causes of plagiarism, and apply proper citation practices, using styles like APA and Vancouver, to credit sources accurately and build trust in your work.
Know exactly what to do next.
Lessons are organized into short, completable steps so learners can make progress even during a busy clinical or research week.
Small supports that keep learners moving.
Clear steps make the course easier to finish alongside clinical and research duties.
Use course examples and checklists to apply learning in real research workflows.
English and French course support helps teams learn across language contexts.
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