150 Practical Academic Writing Advice Points (Writing Style, Grammar, Structure, and Punctuation)

1. Focus on grammar accuracy.
2. Pay attention to commas (,).
3. Pay attention to periods/full stops (.).
4. Avoid writing overly long sentences.
5. Use short and clear sentences.
6. Avoid unnecessary repetition.
7. Use formal academic vocabulary.
8. Avoid slang expressions.
9. Avoid spoken-language style.
10. Use precise terminology.
11. Avoid vague words like “thing” or “stuff.”
12. Maintain consistent verb tense.
13. Use past tense for Methods and Results.
14. Use present tense for established facts.
15. Use present perfect carefully.
16. Avoid unnecessary tense switching.
17. Check subject–verb agreement.
18. Ensure singular/plural consistency.
19. Define abbreviations at first mention.