How to write a good technical paper by SPE
Tips for Writing a Technical Paper
| Step 2: Organization |
| Become familiar with a typical format of a technical paper (Structure and Style of the Epitome of your Research) |
| Develop a descriptive and concise title of your paper |
| Create a outline of your paper with descriptive headings and sub-headings of sections |
| Write two or three sentences about what to include under each heading and sub-heading - Be specific |
| Step 3: Writing Style |
| Write descriptive headings and sub-headings |
| Write descriptive captions for graphs, tables, and figures, and refer them in the text |
| Define and describe terms, concepts, and methodologies |
| Write simple sentences |
| Use common terminology |
| Write transitional statements at the end of each section to guide readers to the subsequent sections |
| Synthesize information, meaning, summarize + compare and contrast ideas, not articles + your own analysis (Synthesizing Information) |
| Citing information |
| Use citations, only where needed |
| Use credible citations |
| Be consistent in using only one citation style |
