Green Biotec UG Bremen Germany
Report Writing
| Report Writing | |
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| Course Description | This course provides students with technical skills for writing research reports, articles, and theses. It covers the knowledge necessary for conducting literature surveys, preparing research posters, and publishing results in scientific journals. The course focuses on the mechanics of report writing, thesis writing, and preparing and submitting research papers. |
| Recommended Books | 1. Preparing Scientific Illustrations – A Guide to Better Poster Presentations and Publications, M.H. Briscoe, 2nd edition (1996), Springer, New York. 2. Resource-Based Learning, S. Boowa, B. Smith, (1996), Kojan Page, London. 3. Graduate Research: A Guide for Students in the Science, 3 Rev Sub edition by Robert V. Smith, University of Washington Press. 4. Writing, Reading & Research by R. Veit, and J. Clifford Bobbs-Merrill Educational Publications. 5. Practical Research: Planning & Design (2009) by P.D. Leedy and J.F. Ormrod Publishers: Merrill. 6. Research Methods: A Process of Inquiry by Graziano & Ranlin (2006). 7. Conducting Research Literature Reviews: From the Internet to Paper (2004) by A. G. Fink, Sage Publications. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | After completing this course, students will be able to: 1. Write research reports, articles, and theses. 2. Be proficient in preparing and publishing results in quality journals. 3. Design and present research posters. 4. Understand methods of reference citation, report preparation, and academic integrity. |
| Assessment System | Mid-Term Exam (40%) Final-Term Exam (60%) Includes Written Questions (Long & Short), MCQs, Project/Case Study, Presentations, Assignments, and Tests/Quizzes. |
| Lecture Plan | ||
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| S.No. | Description | Quizzes/Assignment |
| 1 | Introduction to Research Report Writing and Thesis | |
| 2 | Dissemination of Research Results | Quiz 1 |
| 3 | Mechanics of Writing a Research Report | |
| 4 | Writing Reports for Business or Government Decision Makers | |
| 5 | Thesis Writing: Structure and Style | Assignment 1 |
| 6 | Methods of Reference Citation | |
| 7 | Writing Reports for Scholarly Journals | |
| 8 | Selection of Relevant and Suitable Journals for Publishing Research Papers | |
| 9 | Preparing and Submitting Research Papers According to Journal Requirements | Quiz 2 |
| 10 | Review Process: Reviewer’s Comments, Revisions, and Acceptance Letters | |
| 11 | Compilation of Results for Research Reports and Thesis | |
| 12 | Acknowledgements, Conflict of Interest, Ownership of Data, and Plagiarism | Assignment 2 |
| 13 | Preparing and Delivering Effective Scientific Presentations | |
| 14 | Written Essays, Poster Preparation, and Presentation | |
| 15 | Final Review and Submission of Research Reports | Assignment 3 |
