the paper is half way completed. need about 35
pages added..to include more sources and sources not too old in date.. MUST USE SCHOLARLY TONE. APA FORMAT. MAKE CHANGES WHERE YOU SEE
FIT JUST STAY ON TOPIC
helpful tips below that will need to be edited from the paper attached
What is scholarly voice in writing?
Scholarly voice is the formal language
which is used to write in forums, assignments, and essays. Although formality
changes depending on the subject matter, most professionals in academia agree
that second-person pronouns, slang, contractions, rhetorical questions, and
hyperbole should be avoided.
What to
avoid and examples to improve:
2nd Person
Pronouns:
Avoid the use of you (singular and
plural), and your(s) in formal writing. Only use I, we, our(s) if asked to
write an opinion.
Example: To
determine the threat a potential terrorist organization poses, you must first understand its ideology.
Better: Understanding
a terrorist organization’s ideology helps determine the threat it poses to a
nation-state.
Slang:
Slang is a form of informal speech
and should not be incorporated into formal writing.
Example: The threat
does not have the upper hand in
recruitment.
Better: The threat
does not have the advantage in recruitment.
Contractions:
Contractions are formed when words
or phrases are shortened by using an apostrophe to take the place of the
missing letters or words.
Example: That’s a
dangerous assumption.
Better: That is a
dangerous assumption.
Rhetorical
questions:
Rhetorical questions are those in
which the response is usually obvious to the reader; however, an answer is not
expected. Rhetorical questions are asked for effect.
Example: If we
(U.S.) do not counter the threat and advancements of ISIS, who will?
Better: The United
States must continue to lead the efforts in countering the threat and
advancements of ISIS.
Hyperbole:
Hyperbole is an exaggerated
statement, not meant to be taken literally.
Example: We are not
at war with nations; we are at war with minds!
Better: Avoid all
hyperbole in academic writing.
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