Nanzan University　Eibei GP Lectures

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GP Lecture Series 19
「GP Thesis Writing Lecture Series 4:Formal Writing & Common Mistakes」


Date and Time	July 20th (Wed) 12:50-14:20
Place	Nanzan University, Nagoya Campus, B21
Lecturer	Aya Kawakami (GP Project Director & Writing Advisor)

This lecture reviewed the concepts of formal language discussed in the previous lectures and applied it to larger texts. The lecture then focused on common mistakes made by students writing their thesis papers. The students reviewed common grammar and word choice mistakes and reviewed the grammar rules behind these mistakes. They were then given sample texts to examine. The lecture ended with advice on how to avoid making these mistakes. The students seemed to enjoy the “hands on” aspect of the lecture.

Aya Kawakami answering student questions

Aya Kawakami discussing grammar issues common to many thesis papers

GP Project Director Aya Kawakami's Lecture

Aya Kawakami's Lecture

GP Project Director Aya Kawakami discussed the different components of a thesis paper in this lecture. She gave tips, based on her own experience, about how best to research, organize, write and review a thesis paper. She went on to discuss some of the common mistakes she has encountered while correcting thesis papers. The students also examined sample sentences and were asked to correct them, based on what they had learned through the lecture.

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GP Lecture Series 19 「GP Thesis Writing Lecture Series 4:Formal Writing & Common Mistakes」

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GP Lecture Series 19
「GP Thesis Writing Lecture Series 4:Formal Writing & Common Mistakes」