This practical session looks at the level of the sentence and paragraph, to reveal the features of ‘clear’ versus ‘unclear’ writing. It offers specific techniques in planning and editing which you can use to increase the flow and clarity of your final draft.

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About the facilitator

Cassily Charles

Cassily has worked in universities for 20 years in Group-of-Eight, regional and international universities, in academic literacy, researcher development and English linguistics. In recent years she has supported thousands of research candidates, early career researchers, supervisors and other academic staff and students with counselling, teaching, writing groups, writing feedback and coaching. In addition to her degrees in linguistics and education, she is a qualified social worker. She never finished her own PhD, many years ago – and doesn’t regret it – but has travelled that journey with others many times since then.

Integrity, Excellence,
Teamwork and Authenticity