This in-depth workshop guides advanced graduate students through the principles of effective structure in academic writing. Whether you're preparing a seminar paper, thesis chapter, or journal article, structure is essential for clarity, coherence, and scholarly impact. This session covers global and paragraph-level organization, strategies for improving logical flow, and practical tools like transitions, signposting, and reverse outlining. You'll learn how to craft focused introductions, connect ideas smoothly, and revise for structure, so your writing is as persuasive and polished as your research.
00:00 Introduction 00:50 Why Structure Matters 01:34 Common Structural Challenges in Graduate Writing 01:53 Understanding the Global Structure 02:25 Writing a Focused Introduction 02:55 Paragraph Level Coherence 03:27 Creating Logical Flow Between Sections 04:00 Signposting for the Reader 04:31 Revising for Structure 05:11 Final Takeaways 05:42 Thank you! (Contact info)