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Academic Writing Mastery in Health Research for Non-English Speakers

Bridge language barriers in health research with targeted writing expertise with Kings College London.

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Academic Writing Mastery in Health Research for Non-English Speakers

  • 4 weeks

  • 2 hours per week

  • Digital certificate when eligible

  • Introductory level

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Craft tailored health research writing for non-English settings

Transform your research potential with King’s College London’s online course, uniquely crafted for healthcare professionals, academics, and researchers in low-resource, non-English-speaking environments.

Develop critical thinking skills for analysing research findings

You’ll begin your journey towards becoming a discerning researcher. This online course empowers you with the capability to critically analyse health research literature, interpret complex datasets, and formulate sound, evidence-based arguments. This course aims to enhance your research’s reliability and influence through rigorously evaluated findings.

Overcome language barriers in health research communication

Advance your research communication with strategies tailored to overcoming language barriers. This course focuses on enhancing both your written and verbal communication skills, ensuring your research is understood and impactful across linguistic divides.

Explore tools and techniques to refine your message without the language hindrance.

Next up, you’ll learn to utilise citation management tools for academic integrity. Be assured of the credibility of your research with this essential guide to citation management. You’ll learn about varied citation styles and the efficient use of management tools within this course. You’ll gain firsthand experience in maintaining academic integrity through accurate and thorough source referencing.

This course with King’s College London offers you the essential toolkit for conducting significant health research in non-English-speaking, low-resource settings.

With enhanced writing skills, improved communication across language barriers, and strengthened academic integrity, you are set to make meaningful contributions to global health research.

Syllabus

  • Week 1

    Foundations of Health Research Writing

    • Lesson 1: Understanding the Structure and Purpose of Health Research Papers

      Embarking on health research writing requires understanding the structure and purpose of health research papers, revealing how each element contributes to effective academic communication.

    • Lesson 2: Cultivating the Language Skills Necessary for Scientific Communication

      In health research, articulating thoughts with precision is crucial. Scientific communication requires nuanced language that transcends barriers. This session delves into cultivating language skills tailored to health research.

    • Lesson 3: Building Health Research Vocabulary

      Master health research writing by identifying key terms and concepts, using nuanced language for precision, incorporating specialised terminology, understanding context, and practicing regularly.

    • Lesson 4: Addressing Language Challenges Specific to Health Research Writing

      In this session, we navigate through these challenges, providing strategies to overcome linguistic barriers specific to health research writing.

    • Lesson 5: Crafting Clear and Concise Sentences for Each Section

      In health research writing, clarity is not merely a virtue; it's a necessity. In this session, we delve into the art of sentence construction, tailoring our approach to each section of a health research paper.

    • Lesson 6: Organising Your Health Research Paper for Coherence and Logical Flow

      In health research writing, it's crucial to organise your paper in a way that makes sense to your readers.

    • Week 1 Quiz

      This quiz tests your grasp of the material covered in Week 1.

  • Week 2

    Mastering Each Section - A Deep Dive into Health Research Writing

    • Lesson 1: Defining the Role and Components of an Effective Introduction

      In health research writing, the introduction is the gateway to your study. It's your chance to captivate readers, set the stage for your research question, and establish its significance.

    • Lesson 2: Techniques for Capturing Readers' Attention and Establishing the Research Context

      In health research writing, the introduction isn't just a formality; it's your chance to grab your readers' attention and make them eager to delve into your study.

    • Lesson 3: Outlining the Purpose and Components of the Methods Section

      The methods section acts as the blueprint of your study. It outlines the step-by-step procedures you followed, ensuring transparency and reproducibility.

    • Lesson 4: Describing Research Procedures with Clarity and Precision

      In this session, we focus on the crucial task of describing research procedures with utmost clarity and precision, ensuring that your readers can navigate the intricacies of your study design.

    • Lesson 5: Presenting Research Findings with Clarity and Objectivity

      In this session, we delve into the art of presenting research findings with utmost clarity and objectivity, ensuring that your audience can navigate the data and draw informed conclusions.

    • Lesson 6: Utilising Graphs, Tables, and Descriptive Statistics Effectively

      This session focuses on leveraging these tools effectively to enhance the impact of your research findings and provide a comprehensive visual and statistical representation.

    • Week 2 Quiz

      This quiz tests your grasp of the material covered in Week 2.

  • Week 3

    Critical Thinking, Discussion, and Language Enhancement

    • Lesson 1: Enhancing Critical Thinking for Analysing and Interpreting Research Findings

      This session focuses on honing your critical thinking skills to analyse and interpret research findings with depth and precision.

    • Lesson 2: Formulating Well-reasoned Arguments in Health Research

      Crafting persuasive arguments is not only an art but a crucial aspect of contributing meaningfully to your field. This session focuses on the intricacies of building robust and compelling arguments.

    • Lesson 3: Articulating the Significance of Research Findings in the Discussion Section

      In this session, we focus on the pivotal task of articulating the significance of your research findings in the discussion section.

    • Lesson 4: Formulating Conclusions and Implications for Future Research

      A robust conclusion not only summarises the findings but also paves the way for continued exploration in your field.

    • Lesson 5: Strategies to Overcome Language Challenges in Health Research Writing

      In this session, we will explore strategies to overcome language challenges in health research writing. Effective communication is paramount, especially for non-native English speakers engaged in health research.

    • Lesson 6: Effective Use of Translation Tools and Resources

      Navigating language barriers becomes more accessible with the strategic integration of these tools.

    • Week 3 Quiz

      This quiz tests your grasp of the material covered in Week 3.

  • Week 4

    Advanced Techniques, Citation Management, and Final Project

    • Lesson 1: Advanced Techniques, Citation Management, and Final Project

      As we transition into the final week of our journey, this session focuses on refining your writing style to impart impact and persuasiveness to your health research manuscripts.

    • Lesson 2: Strategies for Advanced Argumentation in Health Research

      In this advanced session, we delve into sophisticated strategies for constructing compelling arguments in health research writing. These strategies will enhance the depth and persuasiveness of your research discourse.

    • Lesson 3: Introduction to Citation Styles Relevant to Health Research

      In this session, we embark on a journey through the intricate landscape of citation styles, a crucial aspect of health research writing.

    • Lesson 4: Utilising Citation Management Tools for Accurate Referencing

      Citation management tools are invaluable assets for researchers navigating the complex landscape of references in health research writing. These tools streamline the referencing process, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

    • Week 4 Quiz

      This quiz tests your grasp of the material covered in Week 4.

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Learning on this course

On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Explore the foundations of health research writing.
  • Identify ways of building health research vocabulary.
  • Demonstrate the role of each section of a health research paper.
  • Demonstrate the utilisation of graphs and tables in a health research paper.
  • Apply critical thinking methods in health research.
  • Assess the effective use of translation tools in academic writing.
  • Experiment the use of citation management tools in health research.

Who is the course for?

This course is for healthcare professionals, academics, and researchers working in low-resource, non-English-speaking settings who wish to improve their research writing, critical analysis, and communication skills tailored to health research challenges.

Who will you learn with?

Yamama is a Syrian family doctor in training in the UK. Holds an MSc. in Evidence Based Healthcare from Oxford University, and is a researcher at King’s College London in medical education in conflict

Who developed the course?

King's College London

King’s College London, established in 1829 and a founding college of the University of London, is one of the world’s leading research and teaching universities, based in the very heart of London.

Syria Development Centre

The Syria Development Centre is an enterprise founded and run by Syrians, for Syria. As refugees, migrants, and dual nationals in world-leading academic centres and corporations we founded this centre to take an active role in development, as it happens in Syria.

Syrian Board of Medical Specialities

The Syrain Board of Medical Specialties SBOMS is a scientific professional academic board that awards a unified certificate called Specialization Certificate of Syrian Board of Medical Specialties to all trainee doctors in various specialties after they accomplish the training period curriculum accredited in SBOMS-approved medical facilities and pass the required examinations.

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