
This is a brief introduction to the course.
In this brief video, I explain six reasons that we often use to publish. All of these are also listed in the Handbook included in the Resources Section.
In this video I briefly describe the process to select a good paper topic. This information is also available in the Handbook available in the Resources Section.
This video briefly explains the method of crafting a thesis. This is also explained in the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper, that I am using as an example, is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video lecture I explain how to incorporate theory in your paper. This is also explained in the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper, that I am using as an example, is also provided in the Resources section.
This is a brief overview of lessons so far. All of this is also explained in the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper, that I am using as an example, is also provided in the Resources section.
In this brief video I further explain as to how to use and justify your use of theory. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video I explain how to incorporate your sources in your discussion. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this brief video I explain the process of writing the first draft of a paper. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video I explain the process of submitting an article. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video I briefly explain how to handle the review process of your articles. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video I briefly explain the final stages of publishing a paper. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
In this video I discuss how to spot fake and predatory journals. Please also read the Handbook provided in the Resources section. A copy of my paper on Sembene is also provided in the Resources section.
Adapted from my Youtube channel.
In this video I offer some concluding thoughts about writing and publishing academic papers.
This course will introduce you to the art and craft of scholarly writing in the humanities through video lectures, print sources, and through some example texts. Please bear in mind that this course does not teach the basic mechanics of writing a paper but rather focuses on strategies needed to write and publish a paper.
Here is what you will Learn:
The basic structure of an academic Paper.
Ways to use literary theory in academic writing.
Submission and review process.
How not to submit to fake and predatory journals.
Overall, this course offers materials that will enhance your general knowledge about academic writing while also informing you about the specifics of how to approach various stages of academic writing. I have also included a textual Handbook in the resources section of the course, so please do make use of it. There is also a PDF of one f my own published articles in the Resources section that you can use as an example and I have also included a link to my full article on scholarly publishing in the same section.
Besides the video lectures, the course includes textual resources. I am also open to any suggestions that you ,might have and would incorporate them as and when I revise this course. So, please feel free to reach out to me through the course messaging system with your questions, queries, and suggestions.