The little guide to writing for impact : how to communicate research in a way that people will read
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The little guide to writing for impact : how to communicate research in a way that people will read
Rowman & Littlefield, c2024
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Summary on USMARC:"There is a tsunami of research being produced by social scientists, and most of them hope that their work will have impact on public policy. This book will provide specific real-world examples of what works-and what doesn't. By way of illustration and examples will include a good pitch for an op-ed for a regional or a major newspaper"--Provided by publisher
Includes bibliographies and index
Contents of Works
- Write for Aunt Tillie : simple clear writing is king
- One size doesn't fit all : make sure you know your audience
- Escaping inside baseball : shortcuts can drive your readers away
- Good writing is like good music : keep your writing interesting so readers will stay for the finale
- Shoot for the target : keep your writing at the appropriate length
- A picture is worth a thousand words : visualize your data to communicate complex facts clearly
- "All we want are the facts, ma'am" : make sure there's evidence to support your argument
- Don't forget your pitchfork : learn how to make the best possible argument for the pieces you are writing through a pitch that engages your readers
- Keep your friends close : find partners in your effort to be understood
- The care and feeding of editors : how to make the writing experience a collaboration
- Downloading some facts about social media : the evolving world of online communication can help you accomplish your goals
- This is the chapter before the conclusion--it's about conclusions : setting the stage for your next effort