My top 5 academic writing needs by Tarmo Ahvenainen https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p en-us 2018-01-28 22:03:13 UTC 2019-12-29 11:31:49 UTC hello@padlet.com List of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225507551 1.    making short sentences
2.    the usage of commas
3.    the words I choose to use (diction)
4.    academic writing style in general
5.    writers blockage- when its difficult to produce text using Tarmos tips
]]> 2018-01-29 07:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225507551 List of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225719631 1. Use of vague expressions
2. the use of commas
3. avoidance of informal language
4. impersonal tone
5. sentence structure]]> 2018-01-29 16:39:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225719631 List of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225949687 1. Using references correct way
2. Who is target
3. Structure
4. Write down useful text references
5. Learn to enjoy wine instead of whisky]]> 2018-01-30 06:45:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/225949687 My list of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/226820686 1.) Sentence structure
2.) Using correct reference markings
3.) Professional vocabulary
4.) How to keep clear and limited focus
5.) Impersonal tone]]> 2018-01-31 21:25:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/226820686 My list of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/226909287 1. To write a lot and polish later
2. To use references correctly
3. To write proper language
4. To avoid thinking / writing too complicated
5. To enjoy writing]]> 2018-02-01 06:53:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/226909287 Personal 5 needs https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227482724
1.     Think content of writing first and then the form. Choices of words and such could be decided later. 
2.     Use higher-order skills in academic writing such as critical, reflective, logical and creative skills. For me, logical and creative skills might be very weak. 
3.     Correct usage of punctuation especially I used to neglect, such as semi-colon.
4.     Proofread after at least one day after.
5.     Use some native language in supporting for writing process, for example an outline of a writing work
]]> 2018-02-02 14:02:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227482724 List of five things personally need to pay attention in the thesis writing process https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227578121 1. To use   a clear language
2. To create a big picture of the thesis 
3. To use reference in correct manner
4. To write a lot and then to polish later.
5. To be ready to leave pieces out

]]> 2018-02-02 16:59:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227578121 My top needs (in academic writing) https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227715718 1. Using of the commas and proper grammar on the whole in English.
2.  Understanding how to form my text correctly.
3. Be sure that my referencing is correct.
4. To write more. And more. And more.
5. Learn how to use literature and making my own understandable text based to the literaure.


]]> 2018-02-03 05:07:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227715718 My academic writing To-Do list https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227716600 1)Keep it clear and focused to the thesis statement
2)Learn to write everyday
3)Use impersonal tone
4)Timing! Writing should not be done in one evening - not even a glass of wine will safe you then!
5)Enjoy writing (although don't falling in love with the ext)]]> 2018-02-03 05:40:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227716600 List of 5 things to pay attention https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227732715 1) Learn to write academic style
2) Use of references
3) Using good grammar
4) TIme to write
5) Write more that I need]]> 2018-02-03 10:51:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227732715 5 things https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227847006 1. To use referencing right 
2. To use commas right
3. How to make the text my own
4. Thesis structure in general
5. Where to find time to write]]> 2018-02-04 13:21:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/227847006 1. Logical structure 2. Evidence-Based Arguments 3. Excellent grammer 4. Descriptive writing 5. Complexity and Higher-Order Thinking https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/228223278


]]> 2018-02-05 17:00:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/228223278 Personal 5 needs https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/228962123 1. Keeping track of references. 
2. Avoiding casual language.
3. Rememberng that the rules of English language are different from Finnish language.
4. Remembering the focus of the thesis throught the writing process and not get sidetracked. 
5. "It's just another mountain". Remembering that you can start writing right now, even if you haven't read every single piece of text out there relating to your thesis. ]]> 2018-02-07 06:43:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/228962123 My five points michel_raes https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/230262416 1. Clear thesis statement, focus on one clear research problem and write thesis driven
2. Write out evidence for my arguments
3. Write enough/a lot from the beginning
4. Try the two-text method
5. Don't try to get perfect language from the beginning (and check punctuation issues later on)]]> 2018-02-10 11:46:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/230262416 My five points of attention: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/230279172 1. Substantiate my arguments.
2. Clear and limited focus.
3. Wordiness
4. Punctuation and grammar.
5. Diction]]> 2018-02-10 15:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/230279172 5 Things to improve https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231244963 1. To keep the focus on the research problem
2. Learning to write text in paragraphs each containing only one controlling idea
3. Learn how to use counter-arguments
4. To learn what can be considered as general knowledge and what needs to have a reference
5. To learn to connect my text better as a whole]]> 2018-02-13 19:22:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231244963 My 5 things to pay attention https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231705737 1. Think about logical structure and different phases.
2. Need to use unambiguos language.
3. Use of proper references.
4. Produce a lot of text.
5. Collaborate with supervisors.]]> 2018-02-14 20:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231705737 5 things I need to pay attention to https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231855998 1. Write down references in the text and add them also to the reference list
2. Be ready to change / rewrite / drop parts of the text
3. Describe in great detail
4. Don't be afraid, start writing!
5. Clear purpose of thesis statement]]> 2018-02-15 12:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231855998 My list of five (5) things that I personally need to pay special attention https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231863305 Right use of references
Right choice of words
Sentence structure
Time to write
Produce a lot of text]]> 2018-02-15 12:42:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/231863305 5 things to pay attencion https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232274608 1. I need courage to start
2. I want to evolve my informal writing
3. I'm observer, not commentator
4. grammar!
5. I need to stay focused]]> 2018-02-16 10:31:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232274608 My five most important needs in academic writing https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232310363 1) get started with the writing and keep working with it
2) referencing
3) create a good balance and structure for the thesis
4) not too narrow or wide scope of study
5) academic text]]> 2018-02-16 13:27:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232310363 5 things https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232580666 1) interesting topic for myself
2) take breaks
3) spelling
4) read and reread the text
5) talk to other people about my text]]> 2018-02-17 13:46:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/232580666 5 things to take note https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/233035326 1. All presented ideas must be in formal language.
2. Punctuation needs to be taken seriously.
3. Plagiarizing is completely unacceptable and adequate referencing with consistent style should be done.
4. My writing should answer the intended questions, satisfy the commissioner and be of excellent quality.
5. Always write even without having all data at hand, this is something new to me.]]> 2018-02-19 19:31:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/233035326 5 things to pay attention to https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/245961119 1. Correct referencing
2. Structure of the work
3. Formality
4. Scientific approach
5. Objectivity

]]> 2018-03-26 07:13:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/245961119 A list of 5 things that I need to pay attention to https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/322911664 1. stay on track with the topic
2. use more academic writing phrases
3. be more objective 
4. use time more effectively to write
5. find more useful sources to well-prepared for the thesis]]> 2019-01-22 10:38:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/322911664 5 things to focus on: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/325303029 1. Correct and specific use of words
2. Correct referencing
3. Clear and easy to read but precise text
4. Clear focus and boundary setting (no vagueness)
5. Argumentation, justification, analyzation]]> 2019-01-29 10:04:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/325303029 5 focus points https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/327413348 1. Not too long sentenced (preferably less than 25 words)
2. Pay attention to structure of the work
3. Take breaks, but keep on writing and writing does not have to be done in specific order
4. Mind your references and use them wisely
5. Academic writing, not own opinions]]> 2019-02-04 17:10:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/327413348 5 Things to focus on https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/327710651 1. Concise expressions
2. Limit the personal experience
3. Use of semi-colons
4. Keep writing with British-English
5. Concise style]]> 2019-02-05 11:57:18 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/327710651 5 things https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/328405797 1. Well-structured language
2. Clear writing
3. Good grammar
4. Consistence in writing style
5. Punctuation]]> 2019-02-06 18:09:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/328405797 5 things to focus on https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/329410938 1. Consistency in reference format
2. How to quote and reference book chapters
3. When to quote and reference page numbers
4. Referencing sources written in foreign languages
5. Quality over quantity]]> 2019-02-08 21:01:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/329410938 Paying special attention https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/330865461 1. referencing throughout the thesis
2. making a point in every chapter, focus on the evidence based argumentation, not just producing text
3. keeping the work well structured
4. finding the balance between work and thesis work --> schedualing the workload
5. impersonal tone ]]> 2019-02-13 15:50:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/330865461 5 things to pay more attentio to https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/334446007 1. Substantiating my arguments
2. Avoid using "in my opinion"
3. Remember to use the conditional wordings
4. Mark immediately the whole source for the text, and not to rely on remembering it later on
5. Avoid using too long sentences]]> 2019-02-23 15:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/334446007 5 issues to improve https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/357070131 1. Referencing appropriate supporting theories 
2. Argumentation
3. Narrowing the topic - clear topic
4. keeping target in mind
5. time


]]> 2019-05-06 07:16:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/357070131 5 focus points https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/359179325 1. Diction
2. Referencing
3. Indicate the research problem throughout the thesis
4. Write fluently, not to be too critical at first
5. Make the thesis compact]]> 2019-05-12 07:43:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/359179325 Five things to pay attention to https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/361500386 – concise manner of text 
– expansion of vocabulary 
– good grammar 
– to maintain the flow of writing 
– to keep the primary focus in mind all the time 

]]> 2019-05-19 15:30:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/361500386 My 5 things https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/361542640 1. focused, clear writing
2. short sentences
3. keep it short!
4. self-criticism
5. Pinpoint your focus, don't hoard sources for fun!


]]> 2019-05-19 21:06:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/361542640 Five things to take note: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362333326 - Referencing 
- Punctuation
- Use academic style
-  Objectify
- Focus on quality not quantity]]> 2019-05-21 21:49:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362333326 Five thin https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362987939 2019-05-23 15:52:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362987939 Five things I need to pay attention to: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362987942 1. Using a proper language / diction
2.Referencing / Using cites
3. Wordiness
4. Keeping the Big picture
5. Analyzing / Evidence-based reasoning]]> 2019-05-23 15:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/362987942 Five remarkable things https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363475478 1. Be objective in giving opinion or arguments.
2. Limit and avoid the common mistakes in Academic Writing.
3. Utilize the correct jargon in the field study.
4. Be careful to provide the References after implementing the thesis and not plagiarise.
5. Quality not quantity.]]> 2019-05-25 18:11:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363475478 5 main things to focus: bishnut https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363531683 1. Clear writing
2. Referencing
3. Consistence writing style
4. Academic styles vocabulary
5. Qualitative and productive thesis work]]> 2019-05-26 10:26:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363531683 The five ingredients that I need for a good Thesis recipe: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363567289 1. Quality.
2. Comprehensiveness and Clarity.
3. Fluency and Smoothness.
4. Quantity Adjustment.
5. The outer crust.]]> 2019-05-26 17:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363567289 5 things I need to improve/pay attention https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363954887 1. grammar
2. language i.e. which words to use
3. avoid using sayings like: "I think", "in my opinion" etc.
4. remember to define all terms used
5. "kill your darlings" i.e. don't fall in love with your text

]]> 2019-05-28 09:50:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/363954887 My 5 focus points: https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/366289548 1. improve grammar
2. learn not to be too elaborate
3. use correct professional terms
4. keep focus when re-writing the same text for 100th time
5. make sure referencing is perfect]]> 2019-06-07 07:11:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/366289548 My 5 focus points... https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/366581147 1. Right referencing
2. Focus!
3. Grammar
4. Academic style
5. Scientific style

]]> 2019-06-09 19:03:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/366581147 5 focus points https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/367771578 1. two paper writing style 
2.  pay not too much attention to the language in the beginning 
3. kill your darlings  
4. unambiguous language
5. punctuation

]]> 2019-06-16 13:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/367771578 5 Things to focus on https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/371214056 1.The use of academic style in general.
2. Writing a lot from the beginning. 
3. referencing (the order and other rules).
4. Two papers writing.
5. Avoid using personal opinions]]> 2019-07-15 18:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/371214056 5 main things to note https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/427001346 1. Always start writing from the beginning.
2. Always revise your writing and rewrite or re-order as appropriate
3. Avoid personal tones when writing and be objective.
4. Avoid informal and vague language .
5. Effective use of punctuations]]> 2019-12-29 11:23:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tarmo_a_ahvenai/l4ytxvt9pm7p/wish/427001346