Common English Mistakes in Dissertations by German Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native German speakers from Germany when writing a Dissertation in English.

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

In tThe following dissertation,examines the impact of climate change on agricultural productivityis examined. It is argued that significant changes in temperature and precipitation patterns are currentlybeing observed, which are affectings crop yields. The data collected from various regions is analyzed, and itfarmers are is showmplementhating adaptation strategies are being implemented by farmers. However, it is suggested that more comprehensive policies are needed to mitigate these effects.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"I changed some (but not all) of the passive voice constructions to the active voice."

The following dissertation examines the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity. It is argued that significant changes in temperature and precipitation patterns are currently being observed, which affects crop yields. The data collected from various regions is analyzed, and farmers are implementing adaptation strategies. However, it is suggested that more comprehensive policies are needed to mitigate these effects.

In the following dissertation, the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity is examined. It is argued that significant changes in temperature and precipitation patterns are being observed, which are affecting crop yields. The data collected from various regions is analyzed, and it is shown that adaptation strategies are being implemented by farmers. However, it is suggested that more comprehensive policies are needed to mitigate these effects.

Mistake Example #2

Incorrect word order in subordinate clauses

In this dissertation, it is crucial to understand how the economic policies, which were implementedin recent yearshave been implemented, affect the market dynamics. While the data suggests that there is a correlation between policy changes and economic growth, it is important to consider how these policies, when they are applied, influence different sectors. Twhefindings indicate that,ey are applied. Although the initial impact might be positive,the findings indicate that long-term effects, if not carefully monitored, could lead to instability.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Good work! I just moved some words and phrases to make the English read more naturally."

In this dissertation, it is crucial to understand how the economic policies, which were implemented in recent years, affect the market dynamics. While the data suggests that there is a correlation between policy changes and economic growth, it is important to consider how these policies influence different sectors when they are applied. Although the initial impact might be positive, the findings indicate that long-term effects, if not carefully monitored, could lead to instability.

In this dissertation, it is crucial to understand how the economic policies, which in recent years have been implemented, affect the market dynamics. While the data suggests that there is a correlation between policy changes and economic growth, it is important to consider how these policies, when they are applied, influence different sectors. The findings indicate that, although the initial impact might be positive, long-term effects, if not carefully monitored, could lead to instability.

Mistake Example #3

Capitalizing all nouns (following German grammar rules)

In this Ddissertation, the Iimportance of Ssocial Mmedia in Mmodern Ssociety is examined. The Rresearch focuses on how Pplatforms like Facebook and Twitter influence Ccommunication and Iinformation Ssharing among Uusers. The Sstudy aims to provide Iinsights into the Eeffects of these Ttechnologies on Hhuman Iinteraction and the Ddevelopment of Ppersonal Iidentity.

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Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I changed the first letter of the common nouns in this text from capital to lower case."

In this dissertation, the importance of social media in modern society is examined. The research focuses on how platforms like Facebook and Twitter influence communication and information sharing among users. The study aims to provide insights into the effects of these technologies on human interaction and the development of personal identity.

In this Dissertation, the Importance of Social Media in Modern Society is examined. The Research focuses on how Platforms like Facebook and Twitter influence Communication and Information Sharing among Users. The Study aims to provide Insights into the Effects of these Technologies on Human Interaction and the Development of Personal Identity.