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Get ready to supercharge your academic writing during Academic Writing Month (AcWriMo) 2023. Discover essential tips for effective academic writing, find the best databases and resources for your research, learn about citation styles, and get access to expert guidance from your academic library. This guide is your go-to resource for expert tips, research tools, and support to help you achieve your writing goals. Whether it's research papers, a thesis, or scholarly articles, the UWS Library Services Team has you covered. Let's make this AcWriMo your most productive and successful yet!
AcWriMo was initiated by academics with the primary aim of aiding their efforts in writing for publication. However, the benefits extend beyond just academics; it can be advantageous for anyone engaged in writing within an academic context.
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To discover the available Library Skills Online, Librarian Appointments offered by UWS Library Services for researchers, utilise the links provided in this guide.
Throughout the week, the University of the West of Scotland #AcWriMo sessions provided a comprehensive exploration of essential aspects in academic writing and research. Topics included collaborative writing in higher education, constructing effective search queries, Open Access publishing, leveraging research data analysis tools like SCOPUS and SciVal, and effective communication of research impact through the media. The sessions collectively offered valuable insights into collaborative writing processes, literature searching strategies, the benefits of Open Access, optimal use of research data tools, and impactful communication in academia.
We engaged with 66 people across the week who and look forward to engaging with more members of the UWS research community in 2024 and beyond!
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Book an appointment with an Academic Librarian to discuss the most appropriate search terms and resources for your topic/assignment.
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UWS Library provides a selection of resources and support options to facilitate the research journey.