Thesis Writing Tips

• Explain all of the decisions you make and describe the consequences of these decisions.
• Write 4-5 pages of your thesis each week on average if you want to complete your thesis within six months.
• Work on thesis writing for 2-3 hours per day at least four days each week.
• Minimize interruptions by turning off cellphone and email announcements while you write.
• Build in at least one day away from your thesis each week to clear your head and gain new perspective.
• Identify a PPA peer feedback partner and provide each other with regular, structured feedback on thesis drafts.
• Plan what you will accomplish during your next thesis writing session as you finish your current session.
• Save a new version of your thesis each time you sit down to work on it (generally on a daily basis) and create back-ups via Google Drive, Drobox or email.

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