However, many people don't realize the importance of preface, and there are many problems in the writing process, such as disorganization, unclear center, long space and so on. Only by fully understanding the definition, source and function of preface can we write a good preface and increase the charm of the paper.
Firstly, the definition of the preface of the paper.
Preface, also known as introduction, is the prologue of the paper, written at the front of the paper, similar to introduction and preface. The main purpose of writing a preface is to explain the ins and outs of the article to readers and stimulate their interest in reading.
Before writing, you need to understand the relevant research content, make full preparations, and explain the significance and value of this study to the maximum extent.
Second, the characteristics of the preface.
1. The length of the preface should be adjusted according to the total number of words in the paper. Generally, the number of words in the preface of a 5000-word paper should be controlled at about 500 words. If it is too short, it can't clearly explain the purpose of writing, and if it is too long, it will make people feel boring.
2. The preface should be highly summarized and focused. Except for the key issues that must be explained, the rest should be described in the text, and there should be no lists, illustrations and some polite expressions in the preface.
3. The writing of the preface should respect facts and science, and some inappropriate self-evaluation or unconfirmed science cannot appear in the preface.
Third, how to write the preface of the paper.
1. Narrative preface. This is the most common way to write a preface, that is, to make your thoughts clear in concise and general language.
2. Preface of the quotation. It refers to expressing one's central idea by quoting literature, ancient poetry and ancient prose, with the purpose of embodying the literariness and professionalism of the paper.
3. In order of problems. It refers to expressing your thoughts by setting questions. This way can stimulate readers' interest in reading.
The writing of the preface is not limited to one writing method, and two different writing methods can be combined as needed, so that the preface written will be better and the information of the paper will be clearer.
4. Matters needing attention in writing the preface of the paper
According to relevant surveys, many people will go straight to the topic, make general remarks, simply list and so on when writing the preface of a paper, which seriously affects the effect of the preface and cannot achieve the purpose before writing.
Therefore, when writing the preface, we should pay attention to: First, the preface should fully combine the content of the study and generally introduce the purpose, significance and content of the study, but it can't be written in the form of literature review, which is different.
Second, accuracy. To ensure the accuracy of function words in the preface, don't use some specious words; The cited documents and poems should be correct, and the paper itself should be scientific and rigorous. If the wrong information is cited, the credibility of the paper will be greatly reduced.
Third, we should control the length of the preface and remember that it is tedious and lengthy.