Making it hold together

A dissertation is not a pile of facts. It is an argument: a clear claim, supported by evidence, leading to a conclusion. Every chapter should move that argument forward.

AI can act as a thinking partner to test whether your argument holds.

My main argument is: [state your claim in one sentence].
My evidence is: [list your main points].
What are the weakest links in this argument? What would a critic say?

This is honest because the claim and evidence are yours. AI is only playing the role of a tough reader. When it finds a weak spot, you strengthen it with more evidence or clearer reasoning, in your own words.

Practice

Write your main argument in one sentence. Use the prompt above to find its weakest link. Write two sentences on how you will strengthen that link.