Dissertation Writing-- The art of Editing

Editing is done to make it easier for readers to

understand the work as well as for giving you writing a professional look.

Editing involves three different prospects:

Structural editing Linguistic and Styling Proof reading

Editing Your Thesis

1. Structuring your thesis

Introduction Introduction must contain the thesis problem,

its importance and reasons.

Chapters Chapters and materials must be logically

ordered Distinct introductory and summarizing section

must be present within each section.

Conclusion Introduction and conclusions must be

connected. Introduction questions must be answered in

conclusion

Bibliography The bibliography must cover each and every reference made. References must be mentioned completely. References must be in accordance with the styles recommended

Lists Lists of figures, contents, acronyms and short

forms must be comprehensively included and explained.

2. Linguistics and Styling

Stick to the appropriate style by reading other theses in the same area.

Logical connections and grammatical checks must be ensured.

Gauge the proper convention and style as per the field.

Enroll in written English class, if English is not your first language

Proof reading

Proof reading involves: Text Layout

Layout Margins and indents must be consistent Titles and subtitles must be distinguishable Avoid large whitespaces Ensure that there are no widows and orphans Text Match opening brackets with closing brackets Abbreviations must be spelled out full when used

for the first time Accurate and consistent styles throughout Punctuations must be checked on a hard copy

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