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Writing for Publication in Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development


Course Description

Provides doctoral students with practical experience in the scholarly writing and publication processes in the professions of adult education, leadership, and organizational change.


Athena Title

Writing for Publication LLOD


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in LLOD 9602E


Semester Course Offered

Offered spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

Each student will function as part of a writing circle. This group will operate within the class structure, but will also meet independently of the class. The final project for this class is to submit a manuscript for publication consideration. In order to achieve this objective, students will submit a one-page proposal that explains the topic and the targeted journal or publisher.


Topical Outline

Types of publications and types of articles Selecting journals and publication outlets The process of writing a journal article (writing for scholarly publication) •Managing scholarship •Content and organization of a manuscript •Outlining •Writing strategies •Expressing ideas •The submission and review process •The revision process Editorial style (APA) and effective language/writing


Syllabus


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