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ERIC Number: EJ234608
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980
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Scientific Writing: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.
Gross, Deborah V.; Sis, Raymond F.
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, v7 n3 p127-30 Fall 1980
Common pitfalls in technical writing and how to avoid them are outlined. These pitfalls include goobledygook words and phrases, plodding style, failure to follow the prescribed format for publication or proposals, misuse of words, inconsistencies, and failure to edit or proofread adequately. (MSE)
Descriptors: Descriptive Writing, Editing, English for Special Purposes, Higher Education, Literary Styles, Quality Control, Scholarly Journals, Technical Writing, Writing Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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