Regular readers will know that I’m nearing the finish line on the pathway to my PhD. Submitted in February 2023 and due to be examined later in May, my thoughts now turn to what I might do next and serendipitously, a couple of opportunities are worth pursuing. If either or both are successful then IContinue reading “As one door closes…”
Category Archives: Academic Writing
Thinking about accessibility: Part 2
In December 2020, I reached out to an alumna of my programme for some general advice on how best to manage Part 2 of the programme, with the goal of being awarded a PhD for my efforts in 2023. Her generous advice included a tip to make good use of the period between submission andContinue reading “Thinking about accessibility: Part 2”
Copyediting and/or proofreading?
It seems like I’m putting my hands up a lot these days, but I have only recently realised that copyediting and proofreading are two quite different things. What? You thought they were the same thing too? Then read on…
Thinking about accessibility: Part 1
Hands up – I have never given much thought to the accessibility of my writing – there, I’ve said it. I recall at the outset of my PhD studies, wrestling with choosing a font I like for my module assignment papers. I didn’t want to use the default fonts, preferring something that looked nice thatContinue reading “Thinking about accessibility: Part 1”
Collaboration – the name of the (research) game
As 2021 draws to a close I reflect on two pieces of collaborative research work that had successful outcomes… both were published in academic journals, my first experience. Since my contribution involved over 100 hours in 2021 it’s worth reflecting on the process so that I’ll remember the experience for next time, and yes, thereContinue reading “Collaboration – the name of the (research) game”
Sandra Flynn 