Objective Language

Objective Language

1. What is it?

   • This language is based on facts and evidence and is not influenced by personal feelings. Objective language, therefore, is considered fair and accurate. It avoids exaggeration and bias, and shows respect for the views of others

2. Dos

   • - Emphasize the information that you want to give and the arguments you want to make, rather than you
   • - The thoughts and beliefs should be based on your lectures, reading, discussion and research
   • - Communicate your ideas and arguments in a clear, convincing and professional manner
   • - Use impartial language
   • - Use factual information found in relevant publications, reference books, and textbooks
   • - Cite respected scholars/authorities who are considered credible in the academic community and especially in your discipline

3. Dont's

   • - Do not say your opinion
   • - Do not use words like "I", "me", "myself", just make it explicit
   • - Do not use "you" to refer to the reader or people in general
   • - Do not use personal, judgmental or emotive language
   • - Do not use colloquial, idiomatic, slang, or journalistic expressions
   • - Do not base your information on personal preferences or experiences

4. Remember

   • Academic writing is based on research and not on the writer’s own opinion about a given topic. Also, it shows respect for the views of others: it shows both sides and avoids making value judgments

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