Guidelines

Presentation of text

Writing style

1. Text should be written as lucidly and clearly as possible.
2. The language and style should be appropriate for your paradigm and your intended audience.
3. Sentences should be kept short; preferably no longer than 20 words.
4. A new paragraph should be started for each new idea.

1. The grammar, punctuation and spelling (especially of names) should be checked. Computerized spelling and grammar checkers should be used judiciously.
2. Precise words, rather than general or abstract words, should be used.
3. The meaning of words and phrases should be checked for correct usage.
4. Jargon should be avoided and a glossary provided for any technical terms.
5. The document should be carefully proofread for typographical mistakes, repetition, clichés, colloquialism, errors and omissions.

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