How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course)

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Approx. 13 hours to complete

Course Summary

Learn how to write a scientific paper with this comprehensive course from Coursera. Get valuable insights on the best practices in scientific writing, publishing, and communicating your research.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to structure your paper for maximum impact and clarity.
  • Understand the importance of clear and concise language in scientific writing.
  • Discover how to effectively communicate your research findings to a wider audience.

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Scientific Writer
    • USA: $60,000 - $110,000
    • India: ₹5,00,000 - ₹20,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
  • Science Journalist
    • USA: $40,000 - $70,000
    • India: ₹3,00,000 - ₹10,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
  • Academic Researcher
    • USA: $50,000 - $100,000
    • India: ₹5,00,000 - ₹15,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Effectively structure and format a scientific paper for maximum impact
  • Use clear and concise language in scientific writing
  • Communicate research findings to a wider audience

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of scientific research
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Self-paced online course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive exercises
  • Quizzes and assignments

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  • Advanced Writing and Editing Skills for Scientists
  • Effective Science Communication

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What you will achieve:

Outline

  • Understanding academia
  • Introduction by Mathis Plapp
  • Let me walk you through the course
  • French version of the class
  • Why is publishing important?
  • "KYC": Know Your Community
  • How journals work: the review process
  • Presentation of scientific journals
  • Ethical Guidelines
  • Teaching team
  • Breakthroughs!
  • Additional contents
  • Examples of guidelines
  • Why is publishing important?
  • Know your community
  • How journals work: the review process
  • Communication with the editorial board
  • Ethical Guidelines and intellectual property
  • Before writing: delimiting your scientific paper
  • Paper definition "KYP", Know Your Paper
  • How to: the literature review 1/2: find a good literature review
  • How to: the literature review 2/2: construction of your own literature review
  • How to: the research design
  • How to: the gap
  • Presentation of Zotero: aggregate references
  • Books and tools
  • So, what?
  • Literature Review
  • Think about it
  • Main ideas
  • The Gap?
  • Writing the paper: things you need to know
  • The structure of an academic paper
  • On writing an academic paper, preliminary tips
  • How to: the bibliography
  • The abstract
  • Zotero: online features
  • Important readings before writing a paper
  • More detailed information on how to write your article
  • The bibliography
  • Please, try by yourself
  • After the writing: the check list
  • How to avoid being boring?
  • The main mistakes to look for: format
  • 1. The researcher
  • 2. The editor
  • Constructing your checklist
  • Avoiding mistakes
  • Format and Writing Readings
  • Tips

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to write a scientific paper with this comprehensive course on Coursera. Users have praised the course for its practical approach and helpful tips, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in scientific writing.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical approach

Pros from User Reviews

  • Easy to understand and follow
  • Great tips on scientific writing
  • Comprehensive coverage of the topic
  • Helpful feedback from instructors
  • Engaging assignments and quizzes

Cons from User Reviews

  • Not enough depth on some topics
  • Some users found the course too basic
  • Not suitable for advanced scientific writers
  • The course may not be relevant to all scientific fields
  • No certification or accreditation
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Mathis Plapp
École Polytechnique
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