English as a Second Language
The Comma—Part One
The comma is the most important punctuation mark for ensuring clarity in a sentence, but it is often incorrectly used, sometimes with comical results. Continued...
The Comma—Part Two
Let's continue looking at some additional grammatical constructions that call for comma usage. Continued...
How to Write a Doctoral Dissertation/Thesis—Part One
Making the decision to pursue a PhD degree is a significant commitment. Even if undertaken on a full-time basis, you will be committing several years of your life to a process with no certain outcome. Continued...
Understanding Punctuation
Words are words and those annoying little punctuation marks can't be that important... can they? Continued...
What's the Point? How to Write a Great Thesis Statement
Movie buffs and bookworms can tell a bestseller from a dud within the first few moments. The same is true of any paper you write. Continued...
Resume Padding and Fraud
Resume fraud (or, in common language, being deceitful on your application to make yourself look better) is obviously unacceptable. Stick to the facts when writing your job application, while highlighting your true skills, accomplishments, and abilities. Continued...
The Semicolon and Colon
While the comma indicates the smallest interruption in thought and the period provides a complete break, the semicolon and colon fall somewhere in between. Continued...
Using Apostrophes
The apostrophe may be the most abused punctuation mark in the English language so let's examine some of the rules that dictate when apostrophes are used and where they should be placed in a word. Continued...
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