Common English Mistakes in Research Papers by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from United Arab Emirates when writing a Research Paper in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

Ina recent study conducted ata university in Dubai, we examined theimpact of social media onthe academic performance of students. Our findings indicate that excessive use of social media platforms can lead toa decrease in students' concentration levels during lectures. Furthermore, we observed that students who limit their social media usage tend to perform better in exams compthared ton those who do not.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"Just a few minor tweaks to add articles before nouns :) Nice work! "

In a recent study conducted at a university in Dubai, we examined the impact of social media on the academic performance of students. Our findings indicate that excessive use of social media platforms can lead to a decrease in students' concentration levels during lectures. Furthermore, we observed that students who limit their social media usage tend to perform better in exams than those who do not.

In recent study conducted at university in Dubai, we examined impact of social media on academic performance of students. Our findings indicate that excessive use of social media platforms can lead to decrease in students' concentration levels during lectures. Furthermore, we observed that students who limit their social media usage tend to perform better in exams compared to those who do not.