AI-Powered Academic Writing Full Deck RV edits 12 June.pptx

AI-Powered Academic Writing
Write Your Research Paper in a Day
Vaikunthan Rajaratnam
Hand Surgeon, Medical Educator and Instructional Designer
KTPH
Singapore

Outcomes
At the end of this workshop, you will:
1. Have gained practical experience in utilizing AI tools and techniques to
enhance your academic writing skills.
2. Be equipped with strategies to optimize each section of your research
paper following the IMRD framework.
3. Use the ethical considerations surrounding AI-powered academic writing
and be able to navigate them responsibly.

Outline
1. Techniques to Enhance Academic Writing : IMRD (Introduction, Methods,
Results, Discussion) Framework
2. Tools to Enhance Academic Writing
a. AI writing tools and their functionalities
b. How to use them
c. When to use them
• idea generation, drafting, editing, and finalizing
3. Practical skills and strategies for using AI for academic writing
a. Hands-on sessions in Using IMRD and AI tools and techniques for each section of research
framework
b. Collaborative feedback
4. Responsible Academic Writing: Ethical Considerations in Using AI Powered
Tools

Tools to Enhance Academic
Writing
a. AI writing tools and their functionalities
b. How to use them
c. When to use them
idea generation, drafting, editing, and finalizing

IMRD Framework
• Introduction
• Why bother
• The Problem
• The knowledge Gap
• Research for the solutions/bridge gap
• Research Questions/Hypothesis
• Methods
• How – research design
• Duplicable
• Past tense
• Results
• Findings (no explanation)
• Past tense
• Tables/Figures
• Discussion
• summarize findings
• comment on them
• connect them to questions/ other research
• Implications

AI Tools
• Elicit for Literature Search
• Scholarcy and Typeset for data extraction and summary
• Genei.io for summarisation and key points highlighting
• Keyword generation with ChatGPT ( targeted prompt engineering)

Tool: ChatGPT :
Prompting
"prompting" refers to the input or
question that you provide to the
model. The model takes this prompt
and generates a response based on
the information it has been trained
on.
• Initial Statement or Question
• Context
• Intended Output
• Tone or Formality
• Specificity
• Instructions for Response Format

Using the Tools
Let’s Start with the Introduction in IMRD

Purpose and Structure of the Introduction
Section
• Engagement: Capturing the reader's interest
• Background Information: Providing relevant context and literature
overview
• Problem Statement: Defining the research question or problem
• Thesis Statement: Presenting the main argument or claim
• Purpose and Scope: Stating the research objectives and any limitations

Practical Exercise
• Use Elicit to research a question
• Export the bibliography generated
• Export data extraction table as Excel sheet
• Import bibliography into Scholarch
• Extract relevant data to augment Excel data
extraction table
• Summarise synthesised data( 15K characters @ a
time) with ChatGPT with appropriate prompts
• Copy response to Word document
• Edit and cite as necessary

Validating AI responses
• Cross-Reference with Reliable Sources
• Evaluate Logical Consistency
• Consider Ethical and Social Implications
• Iterate and Clarify as Needed
• Check Factual Accuracy
• Solicit Human Review

Demonstration
• Prompting with Chat GPT
• Use findings from search
• Clear and specific prompts
• Provide background information
• Significance of study
• Research gap
• Research question

Examples of prompts for ChatGPT
• Compose an introduction for a literature review on the influence of
social media on teenagers' mental health, underscoring the
prevalence of social media usage and potential associated risks
• "Compose an introduction for a research paper that explores the use
of blockchain technology in student assessment at the university
level. Highlight the potential benefits of blockchain in ensuring
transparency and security, discuss the novelty and relevance of this
approach given the rise of digital education, and introduce the
research gap that this study aims to fill in understanding the practical
implications and potential challenges of this innovation."

Using the Tools
Let’s Start with the Literature Review in IMRD

• Use ChatGPT to help with generating content, phrasing, or grammar and
style checking as needed. Feel free to collaborate with your peers, share
ideas, and provide feedback to each other.
• After completing the draft, share it with the group if you feel comfortable.
We'll discuss the drafts collectively, providing constructive feedback and
suggestions for improvement.
• Validate the responses of ChatGPT and incorporate in writing
• Remember, the introduction is your chance to grab the reader's attention
and convince them of the importance of your research, so make it engaging
and informative! (use this in your prompts when writing the introduction!)
Practical exercise

Peer review and Feed back
• Present your prompts and the responses
• Show your introduction
• Show how you validated the Generative AI’s repsonse

Using the Tools
Let’s Proceed to the Methods in IMRD

Goals
• Purpose and components of methods
• Structure the methods
• Typeset for methods review
• Using ChatGPT with prompts

Purpose and Structure of the Methods Section
• Explanation of the procedures used
• Selection of Participants
• Description of Procedures and Materials
• Data Collection Methods
• Data Analysis Methods
• Ethical Considerations
• Limitations and Assumptions
• Replicability of the Study

Research Question Variables
Data Collection
Methods
Data Analysis
Methods Implications
How does physical
activity impact
academic
performance in
elementary school
students?
Physical activity
levels, academic
performance metrics
Observational study
using surveys and
activity trackers
Quantitative analysis
using statistical tests
(e.g., correlation,
regression)
Findings can inform
educational policies
promoting physical
activity to enhance
academic outcomes.
What are the
experiences of
teachers
implementing
project-based
learning in a high
school setting? Teacher experiences
In-depth interviews
and classroom
observations
Qualitative analysis
using thematic
coding
Insights can guide
professional
development
programs and
curriculum design to
support effective
project-based
learning
implementation.
Does the use of
multimedia in
science education
improve student
engagement and
conceptual
understanding?
Use of multimedia,
student engagement,
conceptual
understanding
Pre and post-tests,
classroom
observations,
student surveys
Mixed methods
analysis, combining
quantitative and
qualitative
approaches
Results can inform
the design of
multimedia-based
instructional
materials and
strategies to enhance
student engagement
and conceptual
understanding in
science education.

AI Tools
• Automated Literature Search
• Statistical Analysis
• Data Visualization
• Methodology Validation
• Quality Assurance
• Enhanced Experimental Design
• Language and Style Checking

Demonstration
• Provide background from other similar studies
• Get suggestions
• Validate
• Use typeset.io for methodology review
• Extract relevant methods
• Synthesise and use as prompt for ChatGPT
• Refine and Select best response
• Data Analysis
• Prompt ChatGPT for strategies for data analysis

• In the Methods section of an education research paper, please provide
a detailed description of the research design, data collection methods,
and data analysis procedures used to investigate the impact of
technology integration on student learning outcomes in a middle
school classroom. Include information about the participants, the
intervention, and any ethical considerations. Please ensure clarity and
provide sufficient detail for readers to understand the methodology
employed in the study.

• Use ChatGPT to help with generating the ,methods section with content,
phrasing, or grammar and style checking as needed. Feel free to collaborate with
your peers, share ideas, and provide feedback to each other.
• Include the structure as defined
• Breakdown each component
• Produce a Research Design Matrix
• After completing the draft, share it with the group if you feel comfortable. We'll
discuss the drafts collectively, providing constructive feedback and suggestions
for improvement.
• Remember, the methods explains how the research was conducted and allots for
duplication of the study
Practical exercise

Peer Review and Feedback
• Show how you validated the Generative AI’s response

Using the Tools
Let’s Proceed to the Results in IMRD

Goals
• Purpose and components of results
• Structure the results
• Data analysis and description
• Supportive evidence
• Using ChatGPT for clarity and organization
• Include Limitations and Assumptions

Purpose and Structure of the Results Section
objectively present the findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Use plain, understandable language.
Restate Objective:
• Orderly manner aligned to methodological approach
Present Data:
• Utilize tables, graphs, figures, or other visual aids
Include Visuals:
• Clear, straightforward language
Ensure Clarity:
• Include statistical test results.
Provide Raw and Processed Data:
• Positive and negative findings
Report All Results:
• Leave for discussion or conclusion section.
Minimal Interpretation:

AI Tools for writing Results Section
• Structuring Assistance
• Language Assistance
• Data Analysis Support
• Formatting Help
• Citation Management
• Revision Suggestions
• Plagiarism Detection

Demonstration
• Provide background from other similar studies
• Get suggestions
• Validate
• Use typeset.io for results writing
• Extract results structure in literature
• Synthesise and use as prompt for ChatGPT
• Refine and Select best response
• Data Analysis
• Prompt ChatGPT for data analysis

Validating AI responses for results section
• Accuracy Check
• Relevance Assessment
• Coherence Evaluation
• Completeness Assessment
• Language and Tone Review
• Formatting and Citation Review
• Statistical Analysis Validation
• Human Review Engagement
• Iterative Testing

• In the results section of an education research paper, Using
the data collected from your recent study on the effectiveness
of remote learning among high school students during the
pandemic, generate a results section. Your data includes
students' grades, attendance records, and survey responses
on their experiences with remote learning. Additionally,
consider teacher feedback and overall academic performance
changes observed during this period. Remember to clearly
outline your findings, provide any relevant statistical analysis,
and present your data in a logical and coherent manner.

• Use ChatGPT to help with generating the results section with content,
phrasing, or grammar and style checking as needed. Feel free to
collaborate with your peers, share ideas, and provide feedback to each
other.
• Produce appropriate graphics
• After completing the draft, share it with the group if you feel
comfortable. We'll discuss the drafts collectively, providing constructive
feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Remember, the methods explains how the research was conducted and
allots for duplication of the study
Practical exercise

• Show your results section

Using the Tools
Let’s Proceed to the Discussion Section in IMRD

Goals
• Purpose and components of discussion
• Structure the discussion
• Suggest the components based in the results
• Provide explanation and interpretation of findings

Purpose and Structure of the Discussion Section
Interpret and explain the findings of the study, discuss their implications, and
place them in the broader context of existing knowledge in the field.
• Interpretation of Findings
• Comparison with Existing Literature
• Explanation of Patterns and Trends
• Identification of Limitations
• Addressing Research Questions or Hypotheses
• Implications and Applications
• Integration of Theory and Findings
• Future Research Recommendations

AI Tools
• Using ChatGPT
• Prompt to summarize the results
• Use summary and prompt to interpret the findings
• Prompt for limitations
• Prompt for implications
• Prompt for further research
• Use typeset.io
• Compare with previous literature
• Search for similar studies discussion

Demonstration
• ChatGPT
• Prompts for interpretation and explanation
• Use extract from typeset.io and compare with interpretation
• Use typeset.io for comparison
• Extract discussion , future research and limitations
• Synthesise and use to craft prompt comparison in ChatGPT

Validating AI responses for discussion section
• Accuracy Check
• Coherence and Logic Assessment
• Relevance Confirmation
• Completeness Assessment
• Language and Tone Review
• Guidelines Adherence Confirmation
• Human Review

"Interpret the findings of the study and explain their significance in relation to the
research objectives. Consider the following points:
• Summarize the main findings of the study in a concise manner.
• Discuss how the findings align with or diverge from the initial research hypotheses
or expectations.
• Analyze any patterns, trends, or relationships observed in the data and provide an
interpretation for them.
• Consider the implications of the findings within the broader context of the research
field or domain.
• Explain how the results contribute to existing knowledge or fill gaps in the
literature.
• Discuss any unexpected or surprising findings and offer potential explanations or
theories.
• Address any limitations or constraints of the study that may have influenced the
results.
• Evaluate the robustness and reliability of the findings by considering the research
methodology and data quality.
• Reflect on the implications of the findings for practice, policy, or future research.
• Consider any potential alternative explanations or interpretations and provide
arguments for your chosen interpretation.

• Use ChatGPT to help with generating the ,discussion section
with content, phrasing, or grammar and style checking as
needed. Feel free to collaborate with your peers, share ideas,
and provide feedback to each other.
• Produce a comprehensive discussion section
• After completing the draft, share it with the group if you feel
comfortable. We'll discuss the drafts collectively, providing
constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Remember, the discussion interprets the findings of the study
and explain their significance.
Practical exercise

• Show your discussion

Writing the Conclusion
Section

Goals
• Purpose and components of conclusion
• Summarise
• Use responses from discussion
• Provide limits to length

Purpose and Structure of the Conclusion Section
Summarize and synthesize the key findings, restate the research
objectives, and provide a final interpretation of the study's outcomes
• Summary of Key Findings
• Final Interpretation and alignment to Research Objectives
• Contribution to the Field

AI Tools
• Using ChatGPT
• Use summary of discussion and prompt to conclude
• Give strict prompts on word count/paragraphs
• Use typeset.io
• Compare with previous literature
• Search for contributions of study

Demonstration
• Use typeset.io for contributions to the field
• Extract further research in literature review files
• Analyse if findings address gap
• Use ChatGPT
• Prompt to compare the discussion summary and the gap in the literature
• Prompt for contribution in the field

"Write a conclusion that synthesizes the key findings discussed in the preceding sections and
provides a final interpretation of the study's outcomes. Consider the following points:
Summarize the main findings discussed in the Discussion section, highlighting the key results and
their implications.
Restate the research objectives and address whether they have been achieved based on the findings
and analysis.
Reflect on the overall significance of the study's outcomes and their contribution to the research field
or domain.
Discuss any unexpected or surprising findings and offer potential explanations or theories.
Address the limitations or constraints of the study and how they may have influenced the results.
Highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the research methodology and data quality.
Discuss the broader implications and applications of the study's findings in practice, policy, or future
research.
Provide recommendations for further research or areas for exploration based on the gaps or
unanswered questions identified.
Summarize the main points discussed throughout the paper and emphasize their importance in
advancing knowledge.
Conclude with a concise and impactful statement that leaves the reader with a clear understanding
of the study's outcomes and their significance.

• Use ChatGPT to help with generating the ,conclusion section with content,
phrasing, or grammar and style checking as needed. Feel free to
collaborate with your peers, share ideas, and provide feedback to each
other.
• After completing the draft, share it with the group if you feel comfortable.
We'll discuss the drafts collectively, providing constructive feedback and
suggestions for improvement.
• Remember, the discussion interprets the findings of the study and explain
their significance.
Practical exercise

Peer review and Feedback

Abstract
concise summary of the entire paper, including the purpose of the
research, the methodology used, the key findings, and the main
conclusions.
• Abstract
• Craft after writing report
• Very short overview
• Be a self-contained text, not an excerpt from your paper
• Be entirely understandable on its own
• Reflect on the structure of your larger work
• Structured
• Autonomous
• “Searchable” & Keywords

Components of Abstract
• Background or Introduction
• Purpose or Objective
• Methods
• Results or Findings
• Conclusion or Implications
• Keywords (sometimes included)

Example of Prompts for ChatGPT for Abstract
• "Create an abstract for an academic paper focusing on using
Generative AI in formative assessment tasks for university students.
The research examines how Generative AI tools are implemented
within various university courses, focusing on how these tools impact
the quality and timeliness of formative feedback. Key findings include
increased efficiency in providing feedback and improved student
understanding and engagement. The abstract should conclude by
outlining the potential implications for educational technology and
pedagogy and suggestions for further research in this field. The
abstract should be succinct, clear, and well-organized."

Check List for Abstract
• The word count is within the required length
• The abstract appears after the title/acknowledge
page
• Clearly stated research problem and objectives.
• Methodology briefly described.
• Most important results summarised.
• Main conclusions stated.
• Important limitations and recommendations
mentioned.
• Understand the abstract without prior knowledge of
the topic.

Ethical Considerations in AI-
Powered Academic Writing

Standards & Ethical Considerations
• Plagiarism
• Integrity
• Collaboration and Authorship
• CRediT (Contributor Roles
Taxonomy)
• Agreed on by ALL
• Ethics
• Human studies (students etc.)
• Technology and Impact on human

Goals
• The rationale for ethics
• Components of ethics statement
• Purpose

Purpose and Structure of the Ethics statement
It explicitly address the ethical considerations and safeguards employed in
the research study. It outlines the informed consent process, protection of
participants' privacy and confidentiality, adherence to ethical guidelines or
institutional review board (IRB) protocols, and any potential conflicts of
interest
• Plagiarism and Attribution
• Data Privacy and Confidentiality
• Algorithmic Bias and Fairness
• Data Protection and Security
• Ethical Use of AI Tools
• Transparency and Explainability
• Human Oversight and Judgment

AI Tools
• Prompt ChatGPT
• to write an ethical statement
• Attribution for tis help
"We would like to acknowledge the use of ChatGPT, an AI language model
developed by OpenAI, in assisting us with the writing process for this paper.
ChatGPT has provided valuable suggestions and generated content based on
the prompts and inquiries we provided. While ChatGPT has played a role in
supporting our writing efforts, it is important to note that the final content,
interpretations, and conclusions presented in this paper are the responsibility
of the authors. The use of ChatGPT has been instrumental in enhancing our
writing capabilities, but human judgment and critical thinking were exercised to
ensure the accuracy, coherence, and integrity of the final manuscript.

Write an ethics statement that addresses the ethical considerations and safeguards
implemented in your research study. Consider the following points:
Describe the informed consent process, including how participants were informed
about the study's purpose, procedures, and potential risks or benefits. Discuss how
participants' voluntary participation and their right to withdraw were ensured.
Outline the measures taken to protect participants' privacy and confidentiality.
Explain how sensitive information was handled, stored securely, and anonymized or
de-identified to maintain confidentiality.
Indicate whether the study received ethical approval from an institutional review
board (IRB) or any relevant ethical review committee. Provide the necessary details,
such as the name of the board/committee and the approval reference number.
Disclose any conflicts of interest that may exist among the researchers or the
sponsoring institutions and explain how these potential biases were mitigated to
maintain the integrity and objectivity of the study.
Discuss any additional ethical considerations specific to your study, such as the
involvement of vulnerable populations or the use of potentially sensitive or
controversial materials.
Ensure that the ethics statement aligns with the ethical guidelines and regulations
relevant to your research field or discipline.

“So what if ChatGPT wrote it?”
• Enhance productivity
• Teaching, learning, and academic research - transformative
impacts
• Concerns
• Biases
• Out of date training data
• Lack of transparency and credibility
• Policies to protect against misuse and abuse
Dwivedi, et al. (2023). “So what if ChatGPT wrote it?” Multidisciplinary perspectives on opportunities, challenges
and implications of generative conversational AI for research, practice and policy, International Journal of
Information Management, 71, 102642. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt.2023.102642

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