The deadline for #ica23 is coming closer (Nov 1! 😵💫) and as many of you are probably working on your manuscripts right now, here are some tips and resources that might help you to prepare your paper. [1/13] @icahdq @ICA_CAT
Disclaimer: Some of you might know this (type of) thread from me—it is an updated version of the one I posted for #ica22 (which is an updated version of a thread I posted for #ica19). [2/13]
First, save yourself some time and get an APA template (see Professional sample paper): apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-… - now you *just* have to put in the content. Easy, right? [3/13]
English is not your native language? Check out the DeepL translator (deepl.com) @DeepLcom. In conjunction with @Grammarly, even the free version, your writing should already look pretty good. [4/13]
Something new for the toolbox: @TheQuillBot (quillbot.com), while primarily a paraphrasing tool, helps you to improve your writing by making it simpler and more accessible. Definitely worth trying out! [5/13]
Still one of my favorites is the U of Manchester Phrasebank (phrasebank.manchester.ac.uk), which provides you with the right phrase for all your academic writing needs. Referring to sources? Writing conclusions? All covered. [6/13]
Remember your APA template? While super handy, it admittedly does not help you with citing (unusual) sources, rules for translating work, or stylistic choices. But the @APA_Style blog does (apastyle.apa.org/blog). [7/13]
Always need hours to create your references section? Do yourself a big favor and get a reference management/citation software such as @zotero. It literally makes everything easier and allows you to save time for the important stuff: writing. [8/13]
Working with quantitative data? Use statcheck (statcheck.io) to look for errors/typos in your statistical reporting. Requires APA-formatted documents and works with .pdf, .docx, or .html. [9/13]
Make sure to put a bit of time into writing your abstract; it is the ‘gateway’ into your manuscript and also helps the division planners to assign adequate reviewers. Some good tips are here: writing.wisc.edu/handbook/assig… [10/13]
Find yourself a “writing buddy:” Let one of your colleagues read your ICA manuscript(s) and read theirs in return = win/win. This *might* also motivate you to finish earlier than an hour before the deadline… [11/13]
Last, if feasible, think about sharing your data and/or research materials! Not only does ICA award open science badges (🏅), but it is also a great way to make your research more accessible. [12/13]
Feel free to retweet and add additional resources—there might just be a tweet like this for #ica24. Good luck to y’all and hopefully see you in Toronto! 😊 [13/13]
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