Over the years, academic success has been the subject of discussion for academics and scholars. Even though it can mean different things to different people, academic success is generally used to talk about meeting educational goals and describing what students accomplish by participating in formal education programs. It is also …
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Embarking on a PhD program is a significant milestone in your academic journey, and the PhD qualifying exam determines your progression in this journey. Despite its name, this exam takes place after you’ve been accepted and pursuing a PhD program. This might come as a surprise, but it’s a strategic …
In just the last year, I have noticed the emergence and rise in the number of artificial intelligence (AI) tools available for students and academics. ChatGPT was released to the public at the end of 2022 and this marked the start of AI being made accessible as a productivity tool …
The use of AI tools in academic content creation has sparked a debate on the ethical implications of using AI-generated abstracts without any modifications. While some argue that reproducing the abstract generated by an AI tool without any modifications may not necessarily be unethical, others raise concerns about the originality …
There’s been a noticeable surge in interest regarding the integration of AI tools within academic writing processes, reflecting a growing recognition of AI’s potential to enhance research productivity and efficiency. From generative AI tools capable of drafting complex texts to sophisticated algorithms designed for data analysis, the potential of AI …
Initially conceived as a paraphrasing tool, QuillBot has evolved significantly. With the continuous incorporation of features such as grammar and plagiarism checks, a word processor, translation capabilities, and citation support, QuillBot has become one of the most widely utilized tools by students for academic writing today with over 4.3 million …
Written by students, early career scholars and researchers, an academic paper presents original research findings and case studies with the aim of contributing to the existing body of knowledge on a particular subject. Characterized by their rigorous and systematic approach to research, academic papers contribute to building a researcher’s reputation …
AI has transformed academic writing for good. Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude have become increasingly popular due to their accessibility and versatility, from generating text to providing research assistance, making them valuable assets for students and researchers alike. However, are these general-purpose AI writing tools trained enough …
Researchers and scholars undertake academic studies to advance knowledge in their respective fields of study. To this end, they also focus on getting their work published in high-impact and widely read journals. This helps them to highlight and disseminate their work, be known in their respective fields, and grow professionally …
There is a diverse array of research papers that one can find in academic writing. Research papers are a rigorous combination of knowledge, thinking, analysis, research, and writing. Early career researchers and students need to know that research papers can be of fundamentally different types. Generally, they combine aspects and …