How to Write a Paper in a Weekend (By Prof. Pete Carr)

In this video, Prof. Carr (faculty member at the University of Minnesota, Department of Chemistry) is explaining the Algorithm of writing a paper in a weekend.

[@selinamei9180]

Bravo, Professor Carr! Below are my notes that I think might benefit others. Key points: 1. don't procrastinate; 2. review the notes and renew the literature search; 3. determine who your audience is - most likely reviewers, so get their concerns firstly addressed; 4. create the outline and get the big picture done, i.e., complete the first draft while resisting the temptation to correct and edit as you go; the logical sequence of data/tables/figures may be the outline; while writing the first draft, take notes indicating what references might be needed and would be about, but don't stop to collect the references; 5. begin with the easier part of the task - experimental section rather then the introduction; then follows the results and discussion section; 6. then comes the really hard part - critical editing where you make sure that the English is coherent and the science is correct; 7. write the conclusion in a numbered format; 8. then comes the abstract and the acknowledgements; 9. now comes the introduction, the two most important things to address in which are the purpose and relevant background; 9. then collect the references. Some final notes: 1. always check the manuscript requirements for the journal of interests. 2. a few references on writing. Please refer to the video.

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[@sharank]

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[@Trung4496]

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[@downthispath6538]

Really, the best advice I can give anyone writing a research paper is to KNOW YOUR TOPIC. Read and read and read and read and read and read about it. Read weeks before you're going to write it. Read in between meals, when you're in commute, waiting for a friend in a cafe - just read. Don't even think of the structure or the content. Just read everything you can find about it and bookmark everything. Finally, when you know the topic by heart, when you can discuss it and talk about it without even needing to look at the original articles and sources, you'll find that writing the paper would come naturally to you. You'll be able to form important discussion points just from what you read - all because you understood what you're writing about. Then you can begin going through your sources, jotting down notes, highighting key elements you want to use to support your statements. You won't have a hard time piecing them together because you're working from the top down rather than trying to put puzzle pieces together and seeing what fits to form a narrative. tldr: READ

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I totally agree with you dear. This has helped me a lot

[@sagek7949]

This is one of the best tips I have come across. Thanks for sharing! Wish you the best!

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[@aishaabdullahi2151]

That is what I do. It takes time and weeks of research but in the end it worth it.

[@kcmn0089]

That's a very helpful tip, most people don't realise this.

[@Original50]

During my Degree studies, I developed a model of essay-preparation that was largely responsible for high 90s and 100% marks. The university actually asked me to document the approach and they shared it with other students. I call it my Christmas Tree model. On a blank DIN A3 sheet of paper I drew a cartoon-like Xmas tree, with a bucket/pot at the bottom, a trunk tapering up towards a crowning star and a number of branches projecting from each side of the trunk. I then took small post-its and 'decorated' the tree. The bucket had post-its with one-liners describing pertinent background and origins. The trunk had the thesis/question of the essay/paper (always word-for-word if possible!). The branches were populated with obligatory points from the set reading and lectures as well as discovered information from material BEYOND the set literature and sources; indicates a willingness to look beyond the spoon-fed. With the baubles of information on the tree, I would set imaginary tinsel criss-crossing the branches, connecting post-its with related information or highlighting causalities/opportunities not immediately obvious from the reading; 'synthesis' of ideas shows creativity and analytical thinking rather than straight regurgitation. Around the base of the tree, I would add 'presents' representing useful quotes, factoids and also key bibliography components; again, adding references to multiple forms and sources of media not contained in the set literature shows a desire to 'look beyond'. With the initial look of the tree established, I would then do that one last thing - place the Conclusion 'star' at the top. The conclusion would draw together all of the salient points, making certain that the actual thesis/question is reacted to properly (keep your eye on the trunk!) and maybe throw in some out-of-the-box synthesis or suggestions. The beauty of this highly visual method is that a) the post-its can be re-arranged, removed, re-worded or added to, permitting quick experiments in re-focus and content, b) the entire guts of the potential essay can be seen schematically at a glance, highlighting omissions, superfluous info and possible connections. If all of the desired bullet-points are there, it's time to translate those short texts into paragraphs within a classic essay/report format. Some might say that there are online and app-based option that do roughly the same. Go for it! I'm a lo-tech, visual-learning guy and the ability to redact postits physically connects me to the work better. Good luck everybody.

[@trashboity8773]

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[@Original50]

@@trashboity8773 Thank you for your interest. Let me think about that.

[@aishahadamu998]

I need a pictorial representation of your approach. I cannot grasp the concept.

[@Cheesecake99YearsAgo]

​@@Original50 where can we find your Christmas tree diagram ?

[@bebazZz]

Wow thank you very much for sharing such a valuable information. I'm an information hoarder when it comes to collecting them and then it becomes a nightmare to arrange and make a plan out my ideas. But I can clearly see how this can work!

[@estudioventura8796]

PRELIMINARES (1:32) 1:37 Review and renew your literature 1:57 Who is your audience? 3:13 The big picture 3:19 Producing initial draft 3:44 No editing before your first draft THE “ALGORITHM” (4:08) 4:23 Just get started 4:30 Create an outline 4:54 The outline is easy to do 5:40 Do not write the introduction to the paper at this time 6:03 The easiest part of the paper 6:19 Write the results and discussion following the outline CRITICAL PART 7:00 concise and cohorent English FINAL PART OF THE “ALGORITHM” 7:15 write the conclusions 7:42 To do the introduction VERY LAST STEP OF THE “ALGORITHM” 8:15 Producing references for the paper

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[@KJKP]

Who is here watching.... and you are procrastinating by watching, not writing?

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He is probably trying to review and get help obviously

[@mislav9145]

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[@annette2687]

Thank you sir! I'm in my 50's back in college and it's been forever since I've written a paper. This video/review has been invaluable.

[@aquilla.b]

Wow I am 52 and finished another degree last year, now doing a post grad year and at my age STILL procrastinating 😅

[@bigbob5469]

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You got this 💗

[@ziyaz3600]

I am also 54, and five more months to get my bachelor...yeyyyy

[@juliewhitfield6282]

LOL, I got you all beat. I'm 59, an RN, and started back to school last year to get my MSN FNP. This computer learning sh-t is the Devil! Good luck to everyone.

[@fizzletea6743]

To everyone having a hard time with procrastinating, here are some tips. Start by opening a doc and giving it a title, this gives you a clear starting point that's not stressful. Take the prior knowledge you have about the subject, and use that as a jumping-off point to start research. The more comfortable you are with the subject, the more comfortable you'll be with the paper. Plan to do the assignment at a specific date and time, and when that time comes go to a non-distracting environment. Give yourself a specific cue to start assignments, like a song that you only listen to when you're working. Make a playlist and write at least one sentence every time a new song starts. Eat a chocolate chip (or other small snack) after each sentence or paragraph. Hope this helps!

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[@yaojya]

Can you help me further by explaining when you mean by writing at least one sentence every time a new song starts. How to do it?

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[@Flylikea]

He really truly is

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"Resist the temptation to correct and edit" such a good advice.

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[@orpheusalexander9242]

The advice is applicable for writing on many subjects not just Chemistry. Thank you.

[@LibbyThomas]

This was so charming and relaxing to watch! Thanks for sharing your expertise, Professor Carr!

[@ignisimmensus2568]

I really love Prof. Carr's way of organizing and delivering the information. Keep up the good work

[@Jon-lr8nx]

I WISH I HAD FOUND THIS A MONTH AGO. Im struggling to write my thesis right now because I didn't manage to make an outline and just started writing anything that comes to my mind (With prior research of course). As Im watching this, Im writing en email to my professor asking for an extension so I could at least, redo most parts so it wont turn into garbage. Thank you good sir. Good health to you.

[@sbtmirza329]

Thank you so much Professor Carr. You helped me get over all the procrastination

[@cyberla]

This guy is so old school and knowledgable and yet his power point slides and video are so on point. Thank you!

[@professormarcelo8752]

Thanks Professor! Good to see you again!

[@meerbekmeerbek5463]

Thank you, Professor Carr! Excellent advice. Please keep making such videos that are both interesting and useful!

[@Vcksingh867]

What a wonderful person to share such important points in few minutes very clearly. Grateful!

[@sriramr89]

Thank you professor for sharing your valuable words with us.

[@Titi-tf1fc]

Every time I am writing a review or paper I watch this. Thank you very much!

[@flyingfox707b]

I come back to this video again and again. A gem. Thank you!

[@msaali3179]

Dont procrasinate Work from an outline Data in logical order Write experimental (not intro) Results / discussion Review stage Clean up Introduction (purpose, context) Referencing

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[@hasibsafi8881]

it addressed most of the questions regarding preparing an academic paper

[@melissapompilius9299]

Thank you for sharing your sage advice and algorithm, and also the helpful references!

[@DrAnaWeidenauer]

Oh my, I was so happy to see this! Thank you so much! Ready to rock the weekend and finally write my first draft!

[@aikidosamawsonlakesdojo3853]

Thanks Professor, I'm an engineer working in an S&T organization where we now have to publish more. It's been years since Uni days, and this was a great presentation to help prevent procrastination, and it's how I like to work in assembling a paper naturally.

[@elenadelgadoEHS1]

Thank you Prof.Carr I enjoyed your information. Will use it.

[@aravindm4584]

To hear the recap of the points from an experienced person like you is great!

[@WordsPictures997]

Goodness, this is soooo well explained. Thank you for this Sir. Writing has always been such an anxious process for me. I really feel like you've addressed all my stumbling blocks one by one.

[@kid-vf4lu]

Writing my first paper was so brutal that I thought my decision to go to grad school was a bad idea lol Thank you for the advice

[@ahuman4954]

the same happened to me. after doing everything my supervisor came from nowhere and became the first author.

[@lifewithaisham555]

So accurate!

[@jonathanbirchley]

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[@thescientisthorse]

This... is actually pretty good. I didn't think I would learn something new out of this gentleman, but this is awesome. I like the don'ts and how he emphasizes on avoiding procrastination. All those 30+ years of experience are no joke. Way to go to Prof. Pete Carr for sharing.

[@purplerain5305]

Professor Carr, glad I found this video. Thank you, you're great!

[@Temeika_B]

Professor Carr, thanks for a simple breakdown of the writing process. Procrastination is my nemesis, and I am glad you directly addressed this component.

[@benutzeraccount5127]

"The real primary reader is the reviewer, these are the gate keepers and it is very important that you adress their concerns"

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[@inkpip]

It is the editor that is the gatekeeper and you must show them you address the reviewers comments

[@Wiintb]

Great to hear a matured man speak coherently with a lot of substance in KZbin which has a lot of hyper content. Thank you Professor.

[@ihabiano]

The audio room tone, the environment, the man, the topic. I love this video!

[@JojsV]

Thank you, Prof. Carr. Your advice are gold!

[@kathahirpara4707]

I found this really helpful! It's weekend and I have started writing the first draft. :) Thank you, sir!

[@sabagulrukh8663]

this video is the real essence of writing a paper . thanks , Professor Carr .

[@---vh7nf]

Awesome how you manage to make me enthusiastic to work on economic papers again with such a small video, many thanks!

[@yamilhasbunchavarria8598]

Thank you Professor Carr, you did a remarkable job describing this process. I am always impressed when someone, such as your self, has the skill to explain complex processes in simple yet precise terms. That is, without the need to shield oneself with technocratic language and discourses. Outstanding!

[@chuleepornpikultong8259]

I like this video. It's a short version of useful and practical advice that is easy to understand . Thank you very much.

[@manuhunter101]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom gathered through years of doing research! As a graduate student myself I really enjoy and profit from your videos. They break down the most important parts of getting work done efficiently. You are a great help!

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Adorable, thank you!! What a great person who actually supports their students!

[@parianhatami]

I don't know how I can appreciate you Prof. Pete Carr. Not only your super insightful video but also your amazing advice in the email deserves my warm appreciations. I strongly recommend this video to all researchers, from entry-level ones to seniors: entry-level ppl get outta it via having a feasible way to continue floatily on the research phases & seniors can accelerate their tasks via Prof. Carr's method.

[@jessmac2379]

Great concise presentation profressor! Thanks for this !

[@vissitorsteve]

As an instructor myself, these are some of the best and most relevant suggestions on writing a research paper that I have ever come across. Thank you!

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Thank you! I am an investigateor/graduate student of the behavioral sciences and i found this video very helpful. I love your style of being straight-forward, no-fluff. Thank you, again this was very helpful.

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Thank you very much for the invaluable information. I really needed to hear the exact things you were mentioning, especially starting with the methodology or the experimental part. I felt the most comfortable with this part but thought i “should” start with the introduction. Off to finish the paper now. Much appreciated

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I actually came back to re-energize my morale, now I am starting my experimental. Thank you Prof.

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[@andracostache7]

I am deeply grateful to Prof Carr and all who participated in making this set of videos available to us!!! I have discovered it while in a deep state of procrastination, keeping me from my work. So THANK YOU!!!

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Thank you 🙏🏻 Prof. Carr, i appreciate your work, it has really helped me

[@carlajoy87]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I wish I could have you as my professor, then I’d probably enjoy going to class.

[@kttan72]

Thank you Prof. Your advise has been very useful. I hope you could share about the introduction of different types of journals especially for business / higher education teaching and learning areas i.e. the nature of different types of journals - interpretive, analytical, case-study etc. Thank you.

[@ScientificWritingwithKarenLMcK]

Great advice, especially for beginning writers. I agree wholeheartedly with the tip about not editing and correcting when writing the first draft. Trying to write a perfect sentence the first time will slow you down and possibly lead to paralysis. Get the ideas and logical flow down first, then go back and correct the grammar and punctuation.

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Thanks very much for sharing the precious experience about writing papers

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Beautiful and simple! Thank you professor.

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Professor Pete, I am so eternally thankful for your channel, for your investment. Thank you so very much for giving your time and knowledge. You are inspiring, I should have found your channel much sooner. I had a lovely listen

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Thank you for producing this video. I actually found it to be common sense and it validates my own method. I am sure there are many young students who will greatly benefit.

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I learned a lot with this video. Thank you very much for your teaching, Dr. Carr.

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I am half way through writing my 1st draft, and till now, I have unknowingly/luckily been following this "algorithm". Nervous days here! Thanks for this video.

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Absolutely helpful. Thank you so much for sharing. I truly appreciate your wisdom.

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This video is such a gem! Thank you for making it!

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Thanks for your ideas! I'm finally (after 45 years) trying to finish a PhD. This is super helpful.

[@slighter]

So your supervisor is still around even after 45 years? Don't you think your topic has to be adjusted for the scientific progress over the last half century?

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I always enjoy watching this valuable lecture. Best wishes

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Thank you. Great video. Many times I got stuck at introductions and this video helped me understand why.

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It is very much appreciated, thank you Prof. Pete Carr 🙏🏆🎖🏅God Bless you

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Super useful! coming from a first year grad student with little support from their professor/research team :) thanks!!

[@CamilaGonzalez-fw1eu]

Great contribution, personally I only differ in one point. I like to add to the document a quick reference (using automatic reference generator) while working on it, not doing so makes the work harder afterwards. Sometimes we read many articles and books and not referencing while writing makes difficult putting everything together at the end because its really hard to remember the exact page or paper from were we got the information. So my "notes" are quick generated references I guess :P. Besides that I found the algorithm very interesting. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

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This was extremely helpful, thanks Prof. Carr!

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I am here because of the title indicating that I might have the possibility to finish my paper over the weekend. ;P

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I was looking for this. Thank you professor!

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Thank you for this lecture prof. Carr.

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Hi Prof, I wrote it in 26 straight hours and got a high mark !

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I found the most difficult thing is not describing what you did, but the literature search and organization.

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Thank you thousand times, Professor!!!!!