Writing the Discussion section: using the Abstraction Ladder to form interesting arguments

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The Discussion section of scientific paper is a tricky piece of writing that can challenge even the most seasoned academic. In this post, we take a look beyond the basic structure and take a deep-dive into the backbone of any good Discussion: the argument. How to construct one, and what makes a good argument so interesting?

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Why creativity helps to write an interesting Discussion section (+ 3 tips to get started)

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Creative thinking is essential for developing interesting new conclusions. Yet, as scientists, we’re often not actively trained in the divergent thinking skills needed for this. Hence, why Discussion writing is so hard. With practice, prior knowledge, and a mindful inner critic, we can foster creativity and make that Discussion easier to write.

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Building an academic writing habit, even if you don’t have data yet

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Common writing advice states that we should write often, but that’s easier said than done. According to behaviour scientist B.J. Fogg, the key to success is motivation, ability, and a good prompt. How can you leverage this for your own academic writing habit? Three strategies and an exercise to get started.

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