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Jenny Richmond and Lisa Williams
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Practical tips, real stories, and expert advice to help you navigate your studies and develop essential skills in psychological science. For students who are psyched about studying Psychology.

Épisodes

  1. 07/09/2024

    Crafting your thesis introduction: Part 3

    In this episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams share strategies for polishing your thesis or proposal. They delve into the art of clear and concise academic writing, emphasizing the importance of clarity over complexity. Listeners will learn practical tips for refining their drafts, including the significance of defining key concepts, using consistent terminology, and the effective use of acronyms. The hosts also introduce the "1-5-25 rule" for structuring paragraphs and discuss techniques for editing, such as reading aloud to catch awkward phrasing. This episode is a must-listen for students seeking to enhance their writing skills and ensure their work stands out to supervisors and markers. Slides that might be useful available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/reviewerhat/#/title-slide

    27 min

  2. 07/09/2024

    Crafting your thesis introduction: Part 2

    In this follow-up episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams dive deeper into the art of writing a compelling thesis introduction, focusing on the structure and flow of your paragraphs. They emphasize the importance of guiding your reader through your argument with clear topic sentences, transitions, and signposting. With their expert advice, you’ll learn how to create smooth, logical flow throughout your introduction, ensuring that your reader stays engaged and follows your argument effortlessly. Slides that might be useful available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/reviewerhat/#/title-slide

    19 min

  3. 07/09/2024

    Crafting your thesis introduction: Part 1

    In this episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams share their expertise on writing introductions for honours theses and proposals. They discuss the four essential "moves" of a strong introduction, strategies for effective literature review, and the importance of creating perceptual fluency for readers. The hosts offer invaluable insights on structuring arguments, being selective with content, and adapting approaches for proposals versus full theses. Slides that might be useful available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/reviewerhat/#/title-slide

    26 min

  4. 06/09/2024

    The Art of General Discussion Writing: Part 3

    In this episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams continue exploring the “moves” your marker will expect you to make in your General Discussion section They offering invaluable advice on discussing theoretical and real-world implications, addressing limitations, proposing future directions, and crafting a strong conclusion. The hosts emphasize the importance of strategic thinking, internal consistency, and finishing strong. This episode is crucial for students looking to elevate their thesis writing and impress their markers. Slides to follow along with available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/gd/#/title-slide

    20 min

  5. 06/09/2024

    The Art of General Discussion Writing: Part 2

    In this episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams dive deep into the art of writing the General Discussion section for an honours thesis. They share invaluable tips on summarizing results effectively, relating findings to existing literature, and handling unexpected outcomes. The hosts emphasize the importance of demonstrating critical thinking skills and provide strategies for explaining results that don't align with hypotheses. This episode is essential listening for any student working on their thesis, offering insights that can elevate their writing from good to outstanding. Slides to follow along with available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/gd/#/title-slide

    23 min

  6. 06/09/2024

    The Art of General Discussion Writing: Part 1

    In this episode, A/Prof Jenny Richmond and A/Prof Lisa Williams share their wealth of experience in supervising and marking honours theses. They focus on the often-dreaded general discussion section, breaking down its purpose and structure. Learn why unexpected results can be a blessing in disguise and how to approach your discussion with confidence. The hosts provide a clear six-step formula for crafting a compelling discussion that will impress your markers. Whether you're currently writing your thesis or preparing for future academic writing, this episode offers valuable insights to help you succeed. Slides to follow along with available here https://jennyslides.netlify.app/gd/#/title-slide

    15 min
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Practical tips, real stories, and expert advice to help you navigate your studies and develop essential skills in psychological science. For students who are psyched about studying Psychology.

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  • Création
    Jenny Richmond and Lisa Williams
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  • Épisodes
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