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• Select section Introduction

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  Introduction

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  In this module, you will master your academic writing skills, which are essential as you go down your academic pathway and prepare reports, essays, and – finally – dissertations. You will find templates/writing tips with examples and instructions on how to use the templates. We will focus on the most important work - the final diploma paper, and also how to keep your supervisor calm ;) Remember that you will not learn how to write by listening - multimedia are to a certain extent restricted due to their form and time limits - therefore, while learning this subject use reading materials. As of now you are beginning to write your diploma thesis.

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• Select section Topic 1: Writing skills as a set of competences. Spoken and written language. Types of writing styles.

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  Topic 1: Writing skills as a set of competences. Spoken and written language. Types of writing styles.

  In this chapter, you'll get information and examples to help you look at your own way of speaking and writing. You will gain awareness of how the language is used and the expectations of the academic environment related to it, which will allow you to save the time you spend on preparing written papers. Written assignments are required as part of the credit systems for many subjects and you are expected to write a diploma thesis - prompt mastering or polishing your writing skills will translate into successful completion of those written assignments. Distinguishing and adapting speech styles to the circumstances presented in this chapter is not just an academic skill - the society expects such competences from college or university graduates - including you. Information on language styles will also make it easier for you to function in everyday life.

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• Select section Topic 2: Forms of written works and their characteristics

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  Topic 2: Forms of written works and their characteristics

  In this section, you'll get information and examples to help you efficiently prepare your plan. Initial identification of the requirements for a diploma paper or project will help you save time you spend on written assignments. Written assignments are required as part of the credit systems for many subjects and you are expected to write a diploma thesis - knowing text types will translate into the ease of completing written tasks.

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• Select section Topic 3: Source materials and databases. Principles of collecting and using source materials

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  Topic 3: Source materials and databases. Principles of collecting and using source materials

  In this chapter, you will learn to select sources to avoid using materials that would reflect poorly on you as the author. Not all that glitters is gold, not everything written is true, embracing a critical approach to the materials you use will you avoid criticism from your supervisor. The books are on my desk, now what? After reading this chapter, you will have no doubts about your next steps, you will save time and you will know what materials you need for your paper and where you should search.

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• Select section Topic 4: Editing requirements. Editing the text and its components (including references, tables, drawings, diagrams, lists)

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  Topic 4: Editing requirements. Editing the text and its components (including references, tables, drawings, diagrams, lists)

  In this chapter you will discuss the concepts of editing and editing requirements and recognize which aspects of the editing work are usually regulated or expected by the tutors and supervisors. You will work on your own text editing style, you will discuss various editing requirements and referencing methods, you will distinguish the types of visual elements in the written work (tables, diagrams, drawings, charts) and select the appropriate figure for the presented content and also you will correctly incorporate visual elements in the text.

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• Select section Topic 5: Editing the diploma thesis

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  Topic 5: Editing the diploma thesis

  In this chapter, you will receive information and examples to help you write a correct and interesting paper. Knowing your supervisor's style requirements and being aware of your own mistakes will help you spend less time on writing your paper. You will improve your writing skills, refresh forgotten competences and take your writing competence to the next level. Take a look at your work through the supervisor's eyes - it will be an inspiring and enlightening experience.

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• Select section Topic 6: Anti-plagiarism systems and procedures

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  Topic 6: Anti-plagiarism systems and procedures

  In this chapter you will receive information that will help you write a thesis following the university copyright requirements. Getting familiar with the anti-plagiarism system will help you shape the content of the work according to the guidelines at the time of writing and avoid last-minute corrections. Knowing the submission procedure and the significance of the anti-plagiarism system will save your precious time while submitting your paper. You get rid of all doubts about what is allowed and what is not allowed in terms of fair use of sources.

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• Select section Writing skills - Final Test

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  Writing skills - Final Test

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