Welcome to Introduction to Scientific Writing

This course is designed for non-native speakers of English. It will provide a basic foundation for academic scientific writing. It incorporates the building blocks of good writing in English language scientific journals, especially those based in the United States. Module topics include using appropriate grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and avoiding plagiarism.

Digital Badges
You can receive digital badges for participation in this MOOC. Click on Badges on the menu bar on the left for more information about the criteria to earn each badge.

Modules
This course consists of four modules. In each module you will do the following:

• Watch an introductory video.
• Study a lesson.
• Take a practice quiz.
• Participate in a discussion. 
• Take an exit quiz.

Course Topics and Dates

Get Started: (opens February 27 at 9 a.m. Mountain Time) 

Module 1: Building a Foundation (opens February 27 at 9 a.m. Mountain Time)

Module 2: Combining Ideas (opens March 6 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time)

Module 3: Conveying Meaning (opens March 13 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time)

Module 4: Incorporating Sources (opens March 20 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time)

Course Completion badge: When you have completed all four modules, click this for the overall course completion badge.

Course Ends: (closes March 27 at midnight Mountain Time)

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NOTE: All modules, once open, will remain open until the close of the course on March 27. You can participate in any open module at any time until the end of the course. To receive a digital badge, you must complete module requirements by the end of the course. There are no extensions for any reason. Plan ahead for best results.

Technical Problems
If you have a technical problem, please post in the Report a Problem discussion.

Course Designers/Instructors

• Char Heitman (course co-designer, instructor)
• Patricia Pashby (course co-designer)
• Andy Halvorsen (course co-designer)
• Deborah Healey (course co-designer)

Thank you for being part of the course!