Library: IND503: Data Driven Decision Making: Writing an Editorial

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Writing an editorial:

How to Write an Editorial?
Joshi, S. (2015). How to write an editorial? Journal of Institute of Medicine, 37(3), 1–2.
How to Write an Editorial in Five Steps (Including Tips for Writing a Killer One)
Indeed Editorial Team. (2021, February 22). How to write an editorial in five steps (including tips for writing a killer one). Indeed. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-an-editorial

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