Writing Productivity: Tools and Techniques

A Doctorate plus^BIGS workshop offered by the Bonn Graduate Center

In this workshop, we focus on the process of preparing research articles and doctoral
theses. We do not discuss issues related to text quality, but we talk about getting started, keeping momentum, and finishing in time. We also compare AI tools and discuss their responsible use.

Online Workshop

Friday, January 15, 2027
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. + individual coaching session (25 min) to be scheduled between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Please register your interest in this workshop by September 13, 2026.

Trainer

Dr. Phillip Mayer

Language

English

Location

Online

Target Group

Doctoral students from the Bonn International Graduate Schools (BIGS)

Track(s)

Research

Certificate

7 units are applicable within the Doctorate plus certificate

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Description

Programme

Stages in the writing process: (1) collecting information, (2) planning text structure, (3)
drafting, (4) revising
Working techniques for productive writing
Software tools for productive writing
Setting targets and scheduling writing sessions
Self-sabotage and self-management
Writing in teams

This course contains five elements.

A ZOOM meeting on January 15, 2027, between 8:15 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.
A 1:1 coaching session with the trainer on January 15. The aim of this session is to
discuss techniques, tools, and tactics for productive writing. The 1:1 coaching session will be held via ZOOM and will take 25 minutes. The session will be scheduled between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm.
An email participants send to the trainer describing their two or three main challenges related to productive writing.
A document with instructions for self-learning.
A PDF document including the slides shown in the meeting. Also included: additional slides, recommended websites, references.

Participants are expected to invest a total workload of 6.5 hours.

Content

Distinguishing stages in the writing process: organizing information, planning text
structure, drafting, revising
Choosing software tools for productive writing
Applying working techniques for productive writing
Setting writing targets and scheduling writing sessions
Avoiding self-sabotage
Managing team writing projects

Childcare

If you need childcare during the event, please contact the Family Office of the University of Bonn at least two weeks in advance.

Creditable for the Micro Credential 'Academic Writing & Publishing'

Micro Credentials for doctoral students offer the opportunity to systematically add key future skills to your professional expertise. You can apply for a Micro Credential if you successfully complete at least four workshops from one area of expertise.

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