Academic Writing (3 credits )
Module syllabus
1.Unit description
Academic writing is the study of how to organize a research paper appropriately, including the choosing of a topic, the layout of the thesis and the outline, using of the library and computer to do the research, revising of the rough draft and recognizing of three systems of documentation (MLA, APA, and CMS).
This course is designed to help students learn how to write a research paper and to lay a foundation for writing more advanced academic papers in English for their future career. The course is an essential guide to effective academic writing in English.
Through the course, the students will learn to write a research paper, which has great benefits to their future research fields. Meanwhile, students can develop their abilities of strong logic and critical thinking towards an issue, and it means more for their work and study. The academic writing skills and reasoning ability absolutely will lay the forceful foundation for the students’ future career.
On successful completion of the module, learners will be able to:
?List the basic information about the research paper
?Set up a sensible framework of a research paper
?Carry out a research with the help of the computer
?Transform the notes into a rough draft and navigate the revision process ?Recognize the documentation styles of the MLA, APA, and CMS
2.Pre-requisite units and assumed knowledge
None.
3.Learning aims and Outcomes
Learning outcome 1
List the basic information about the research paper.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
a. Define the research paper.
b. Differentiate the report paper and the thesis paper.
c.State the steps and schedule of writing the research paper. Learning outcome 2
Set up a sensible framework of a research paper.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
a.Manage to choose a proper topic.
b.Write the thesis statement accurately.
c.Construct the outline reasonably.
Learning Outcome 3
Carry out a research with the help of the computer.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
a.Judge the credibility of online sources.
b.List useful internet sites.
c.Assemble a working bibliography.
d.Collect information through skimming.
Learning Outcome 4
Transform the notes into a rough draft and navigate the revision process.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
a.Write the rough draft with unity, coherence, and emphasis.
b.Revise the opening paragraph.
c.Revise sentences for variety and style.
d.Revise words: Diction.
Learning Outcome 5
Recognize the documentation styles of the MLA, APA, and CMS.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
a.Memorize the format for “worked Cited” (MLA).
b.List the format for “References” (APA).
c.Recall the footnotes and endnotes in CMS.
4.Weighting of final grade
Attendance 10%
Class Participation 10%
Final Exam 20%
Midterm Exams 20%
Written assignments 40%
5. Grading
A 100- 95 A- 94-90 B+ 89-87
B 86-83 B- 82-80 C+ 79-77
C 76- 73 C- 72-70 D+ 69-67
D 66-63 D- 62-60 F 59 or low
6. Policies
Attendance Policy
Attendance in class is mandatory for all students enrolled in the course. Any excused absence must be discussed directly with the teacher. Being late to class within 15 minutes will be recorded as 1 LATE and being late over 15 minutes will be recorded as l ABSENCE. 3 LATES equal to 1 ABSENCE. 20 % absences of the total teaching hours will cause an F (a failing grade ) directly . However, students are still welcome to continue to attend class. F students have no right to drop this course anymore. Each unexcused absence will result in the lowering of the attendance grade by 1 point. Each excused absence will result in the lowering of the attendance grade by 0.5 point. Participation Policy
Students should participate in their chosen classes actively and effectively. The Participation Grade is related to the Attendance Grade. Students' final attendance grade is the maximum of their participation grade. Participation grade will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to taking part in class discussions and activities, completing assignments, being able to answer questions correctly, obeying class rules, and being prepared for class, frequent visiting your instructors and
chatting in English during their office hours is highly recommended.
Policy on Assignments and Quizzes
Students should finish their assignments completely and punctually. Assignment should be submitted on the date appointed by the instructor. If a student cannot hand in the assignment on time, the reasonable excuse will be needed. Late assignments will receive a maximum grade of 80. An assignment that is late for 3 days will be corrected but receive 0.
You are recommended print all your assignment in the uniform format with the heading of Student’s Pledge of no cheating. Written assignment or printed ones without the uniform heading of pledge will receive a maximum grade of 80.
It is mandatory to have weekend assignment every week. Any weekend assignment should be submitted on first class of next week.
It is mandatory to have holiday assignment on the public holidays. Any holiday assignment should be submitted on the first day on returning to school. Students are required to do a multitude of presentations during the course.
Plagiarism
Any form of Cheating is NEVER tolerated. Any Student ONCE Caught Cheating assignment or examination will receive a 0 for that particular work of the whole semester. At the beginning of the semester the definition of plagiarism will be carefully explained. When any thoughts or writings of another person are used, the sources must be clearly identified (using quotes, bibliography and giving reference) . Classroom Polices
1.No eating, cellular phones, electronic dictionaries, smoking, chatting or drowsing
in class.
2.Please speak in English rather than Chinese in class.
3.Students are not allowed to attend class without textbooks.
4.Stand up when answering questions.
5.Respect classmates’ ideas, opinions, and questions of your classmates.
6.You are welcome to visit the instructor’s office in his/her office hours.
7.Take good care of the laboratory facilities. Do not splash water on the desktop.
8.When each class is over, hang the earphone on the hanger. Put the trash into the
trash-bin.
9.All your classroom involvement, performance and after-class communications
with instructor will affect your participation score.
10.All communications with the teacher must be in English, both inside and outside
class time.
7. Texts and other resources
Winkler, Anthony C；McCuen-Metherell, Jo Ray(2008), “Writing the Research Paper: A Handbook”, Seventh Edition, Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
8. Teaching methods
Assigned readings, class discussions, writing assignments, and revisions 9. Week by week topic and study guide
1. My view on…(就...问题，我的观点) Model 1 模板一 Para 1第一段 Different people have different views on... It is held/ believed/ thought/ recognized/ acknowledged that...But it is also held that ... 就 ...而言，不同的人有不同的观点（见仁见智）。大家都认为...但也有人认为... Those who hold the first opinion feel…In contrast/however/on the contrary, those who hold the second view believe/suggest/argue/believe/think that… 持第一个观点的人认为...相反地，持第二个观点的人认为 Para 2 第二段 As to me, I agree with the former/latter opinion. Admittedly… /后者 In my opinion, I am for From my standpoint / viewpoint, I am in favor of From my point of view, I am supportive of As far as I am concerned What’s more，… Moreover，… Furthermore，… ，… Para 3 结尾段 In a word, … In sum In brief In short It’s necessary to take a correct attitude to…. Only …, can we … In conclusion 对...持正确的态度是有必要的。只有...，我们才能... To sum up As is mentioned above, Taking all the above into consideration, Model 2 模板二 Para 1第一段 随着...到来/诞生，在我们生活/社会中...变得越来越... When asked about ..., different people will offer different opinions.
作文范文 请以“How should parents help their children to be independent?”为题，按照以下要点写作： 1. 目前很多父母为子女包办一切 2. 其实父母应该。。。。。。 In recent years, the vast majority of Chinese parents tend to …… And most children …… According to a survey, of all the parents interviewed, over 80% ……and more than 85% ….. However, kids cannot depend on their parents forever because …… Besides, being independent …… Therefore, parents need to realize the importance of helping their children to be independent. Parents should encourage their children to …… By doing so, parents …… In addition, parents should urge their kids to …… For example, …… 范文 In recent years, the vast majority of Chinese parents tend to make arrangements and decisions for their children. And most children take such excessive attention for granted and depend on their parents for almost everything. According to a survey, of all the parents interviewed, over 80% still accompany their children to schools, even to examinations, and more than 85% do housework for their kids including cooking meals and washing clothes.
培养兴趣爱好英语作文 【英语作文】 As a middle school student,I learn many subjects,I study so hard every day. When I get home,I will do my homework and then go over the book. But when holiday comes,I feel a little confused,because I don t want to study and do something new.Then I don t know what to do, my mind get blank. 作为一个中学生,我学许多科目,我每天那么努力学习。当我回家时,我会做作业,然后复习书本。但当假期来临的时候, 我感到有点困惑,因为我不想学习，想做一些新的事情。我就不知道要做什么,我的头脑一片空白。 I decide to develop my interest.Some day,I happened to see a tennis match，and I couldn t stop watching, then I fell in love with tennis. So I started to learn playing tennis,I felt so happy. 我决定培养我的兴趣。有一天, 我碰巧看到一场网球比赛,我无法停止下来看,然后我爱上了网球。因此我开始学习打网球,我感到很高兴。培训兴趣爱好 Now tennis is my favorite sport,I find a way to relax myself. 现在网球是我最喜欢的运动,我找到一个方法来放松自己。
专业英语写作考点总结 Part ?Academic English Writing （专业英语写作）Chapter 1 Six Considerations in Academic Writing 1、Academic writing is a product of many consideration : audience, purpose and strategy ,organization, style, flow and presentation. （学术写作六要素：写作对象，目的，组织结构，文体特征，表达连贯和宣讲或宣读）。 2、Organization usually has the following four parts : 问题-解决方法包括四个部分 (1)description of a situation （描述情况） (2)Identification of a problem （甄别问题） (3)Description of a solution （描述解决方法） (4)Evaluation of the solution （评估解决方法） 3、Formal Grammar Style：（正规的语法风格） (1) Generally avoid contractions （一般来讲避免使用略缩词） 例：won’t改为will not (2)Use the more appropriate formal negative forms （使用更为适宜的正规的否定 形式） 例：not...any改为no not...much改为little not...many改为few (3)Limit the use of “run-on” expressions, such as and so forth and etc. （限制使用 多个词连用的表达法） 例：句子内不能出现and so forth和etc.出现时应将省略的部分扩展出来。(4)Avoid addressing the reader as you(except, of course, if you are writing a textbook or other instructional materials).（避免向读者说“你”） 例：You can see the results in Table 1. 改为：The results can be seen in Table 1. (5)Be careful about using direct questions. In some fields they are common, while in others they are not.（使用直接引语时需谨慎） 例：What can be done to lower costs? 改为：It is necessary to consider how costs may be lowered. 或者We now need to consider how costs may be lowered. (6)Place adverb within the verb. （将副词放于动词词组内） 例：This model was developed by Krugman originally. 改为：This model was originally developed by Krugman.
大学英语作文 大一生活感想英语作文（ 4 篇） 【大一生活感想英语作文篇一】 Time spent at a university is a most worthwhile period in a young person 's life. This is a time when a student begins to form. his or her ideas about life in general. Attending classes and studying in the library keep a student busy and provide him or her with access to valuable information, adding to his or her knowledge base. Campus life can also be rich and colorful. Most universities offer a variety of extracurricular activities such as sports events, contests, and other social gatherings, enabling the students to experience relief fi 'om study and homework. Students often form. lifelong friendships through the varied experiences of university life. During the time a student spends at university, he not only develops his intellectual ahilites,he also develops social skills as well as knowledge and wisdom necessary for choosing a future career. By learning how to balance intense study and recreation, a student will be well prepared for the
兴趣爱好英语范文 对于要写自己的兴趣爱好，这样的英语作文，相信大家很快就会有写作灵感。下面是给大家整理的兴趣爱好英语范文，供大家参阅! I like play football very much.I think it is one of the most popular way to relax.And it can help your body grow more strong.I often play football on PE lesson and after school.In this way I make friends with a lot of football-liker.we always play together.Football bring me so much,I like it! 兴趣爱好英语范文2Diffrent people have diffrent hobbies I have a lot of hobbies like reading books,watching movies and so on.I like reading books because I get lots of know ledge I find more interesting things so I like reading diffrent kinds of books I also like watching movies I enjoy my leisure time so I usually watch movies in my free time it's makes me happy. I think watching movies and reading books are most interesting than any hobbies I love life.myhobbies make life colourful.I like chinese book. 兴趣爱好英语范文3I am a 15-year-old student in junior Grade 3. Though I am occupied with my study, I would like to
大学英语作文万能模板 （一）段首句 1.关于……人们有不同的观点。一些人认为…… There are different opinions among people as to ____ .Some people suggest that ____. 2. 俗话说（常言道）……，它是我们前辈的经历，但是，即使在今天，它在许多场合仍然适用。 There is an old saying______. It"s the experience of our forefathers，however，it is correct in many cases even today. 3. 现在，……，它们给我们的日常生活带来了许多危害。首先，……；其次，……。更为糟糕的是……。 Today, ____, which have brought a lot of harms in our daily life. First, ____ Second,____. What makes things worse is that______. 4. 现在，……很普遍，许多人喜欢……，因为……，另外（而且）……。Nowadays，it is common to ______. Many people like ______ because ______. Besides，______. 5. 任何事物都是有两面性，……也不例外。它既有有利的一面，也有不利的一面。Everything has two sides and ______ is not an exception，it has both advantages and disadvantages. 6. 关于……人们的观点各不相同，一些人认为（说）……，在他们看来，…… People’s opinions about ______ vary from person to person. Some people say that ______.To them,_____. 7. 人类正面临着一个严重的问题……，这个问题变得越来越严重。 Man is now facing a big problem ______ which is becoming more and more serious. 8. ……已成为人的关注的热门话题，特别是在年青人当中，将引发激烈的辩论。 ______ has become a hot topic among people，especially among the young and heated debates are right on their way.
要点:四级120-150六级150-180长短句交叉,不多次重复,高级词汇15个 被动句,插入语,定语从句,强调,名词从句,问句 句型 There is no denying the fact that......不可否认是It is undeniable that……毋庸置疑的是…… It is indisputable that......不可争辩是 when it comes to sth,the overwhelming majority of ......说到sth An increasi ng great number of……一个数目增加的…… It is,therefore,high time that same applicable approaches were implemented by……。Thus,its competetive edge will be sharpened effectively。适当方法被用，提高竞争力。 sth exert a tremendous fascination on sb某人对某物感兴趣 It is no exaggeration to sa y……说……是毫不夸张的 Recently the issue of the phenomenon of……has been brought into focus……问题已成为焦点 As the （classical）proverb goes,‘’……‘’正如谚语所说 With the rapid growth of……,随着……快速增长, 名词短语 fresh point/look新论点/看法 applicable/apposite/appropriate approaches恰当的方法an empty slogan一个空洞的口号 income/generation gap收入差距/代沟 a local point of view狭隘的看法 specialized knowledge and skills专业知识与技能sustainable/rapid development可持续/快速发展 Pandora's Box潘多拉的魔盒 international prestige国际地位 culture/economic globalization文化/经济全球化 vigor and vitality生机与活力 macro regulatory and control ability宏观调控能力Ivory Tower象牙塔 maintenance of ecological balance保护生态平衡 urban/affuent life城市/富足的生活 indispensable element不可或缺的要素 domin/experiential/rudimentary knowledge领域/经验/基础知识 merits and demerits优点和缺点 a two-edged sword双刃剑 动词短语 hatch and breed孕育与培养 seize the opportunities and rise to the challenges抓住机遇,迎接挑战 scrape up/reinfore one's knowledge积累/巩固知识 differentiate virtue from vice区分善恶 （be）despised and condemned被蔑视和谴责 take sth seriously严肃对待 pay a heavy price付出代价 be virtually impossible极不可能 focus attention on self-image注重自我形象 be proficient in精通于 reap the benefits of因/从……得到好处 be conducive to sth有助于 turn a bleed eye on无视 sharpen one' competitive edge提高某人竞争力 be inclined to do想要,倾向做 contribute directly to直接有助于 pray in aid of求助于 frown upon反对 ignite one's enthusiasm点燃热情 swarm into涌入 exert a positive/negative impact on对……有积极/消极影响discriminate against/（in favour of）歧视/偏爱 illustrate sth with sth用……解释……strengthen basic and public construction加强公共基础建设 google the Internet上网搜索 deliver emails发邮件 undertake correspondent obligation承担相应义务function in the disservice of对……有害 foster strengths and circumvent weaknesses扬长避短 连词 Ironically讽刺地说 Unquestionably毋庸置疑 on most occasions大多情况下 Specifically speaking具体地说 Conspicuously显然 as a consequence of由于……（不好）Confronted with sth(问题)面临...... In my perspective在我看来 whereas/howbeit=however as an illustration作为例子 in that＝because principally最重要地 be the occasion of引起 futhermore/moreover/additionally另外,此外,而且 in consequence/consequently结果（不好）（be）in contradiction of与……矛盾 in the foreseeable future在可预见的将来 Albeit/notwithstanding虽然,即使
1. Earthquake A severe earthquake occurred all of a sudden at 10 a.m yesterday in a rurai erea , about 200 kilometers east of the city . Initial reports coming out of the region indicate the earthquake has coused widespread damage and heavy causualties .Many adolescents were among those injured or killed . Yet it remains obscure exactly how many people were hurt and killed as the entire area has been enveloped in rubble . However , one thing is certain : many of the survivors may face years of pain and suffering . Local people were clearly shaken by this remainder of their mortality . Some religious ones have gatheered to pray that it will never recar . 2. Human and Nature When talking about human and nature , first , I alwafs think the nature give our human veary much —— foods、water、sunshine、warmth or something . We have enough space , and we are enjoying the favor of the nature every now and then . But sometimes , nature is cruel to us , and our human is powerless . For example , earthquake、flood、drought、and so on . 3. Dreams As I was growing up , my dream was always changing . In my childhold , my dream bbecome a policeman in future , So that I could cath the thief and criminal . However , by jonior middle school , my dream was to a People’s Liberation Army man in future . This dream was not changed until I college and I konwn it was don’t prealize . At the university , I attended the national flag guard . We raise flag in morning and flay down at night every day .Where I was deeply in love with militry life . Tody , I have a new dream . I hope to find a good job after graduate or will creat my own career . Then I consider my marriage . In order to be able to find a good job after graduate , I’m going to learn professonal knoledge now . 4. Green Consumption The conception of green consumption has gradually become popular in China . More and more green foods make their appearance on the market and more people become conscious of environmental protection . However , there still exist quite a few difficulties in the further promotion of this gerrn consumption . On the one hand , many people are still not quite clear of the advantages of green foods . On the other one hand , driven by high profits , make fake green foods are found in the m arket . Moreover , many consumers don’t want to pay extra money for the green foods . There maybe several ways to solve these problems . Firstly , the government should supervise the good quality strictly to protect the conssumers’ benfit . Secondly , th e conception of green consumption should be futher promoted and emphasized . Thirdly , the government should work together with the manufacture to make the price more reasonable .
1. 成功的四个步骤 Four Steps to a Successful Four Steps to a Successful The first time in life? Then grasp your chance with your perfect performance on the dating night, by learning the following principle in heart. Dress properly. While everyone wants to give an impressive debut on the first date, you should avoid wearing something too bizarre to be accepted. If you are still in school, a sportswear can fulfill your purpose. For businessman or grownups, casual clothes are recommended. Never put up your working uniforms,no matter how well you like that Armani suit. It is no work. A few accessories such as a pair of sunglasses or silver loops on the wrist can add up to the romance sphere. Take a bath before dating. And if you like, spray a little perfume, but unless you're sure that he or she likes the smell,don't use ones that are too strong. Watch your manner. You're no prince of the Scotland nor Cinderella in the legend. Proper manners will ensure a lasting relationship while bad ones scare away your sweetheart. And do make sure you do not boast about your fortune, for, not everyone are green addicts. And your way of smiling, or your greatestoath, should neither be "coy" nor "by St. Loy!" after the nun in Chaucer. Be a little sensitive than merely innocent. Do make sure you do not intrude his or her privacy on the first date. For there maybe something deeply concealed within the inner core of every heart, of which the owner doesn't share often with anyone but his intimacy. Finally, wish you good luck. May you get your hearts combined and start a new journey in the miracle of life and love. Stay tuned till a borderline is reached, and keep on through out the whole way. 简评 看来第一次约会真是令人兴奋并紧张期待的。为第一次约会所提出的建议也是仁者见仁、智者见智。王永同学用词简单、结构精炼，读起来节奏快，例如：“Dress Properly....If you are still in school，a sportswear can fulfill your purpose.For businessman Orgrowmups，casual clothes are recommended.”这样的文章结构像是在提醒我们时不我待，要抓住机会，抓紧时间。 2. 我的宿舍生活My Dormitory Life
作文高级词汇短语 要点 : 四级 120-150 六级 150-180长短句交叉 , 不多次重复 , 高级词汇15 个 被动句 , 插入语 , 定语从句 , 强调 , 名词从句 , 问句 句型 There is no denying the fact that...... 不可否认是 It is undeniable that??毋庸置疑的是?? It is indisputable that......不可争辩是 when it comes to sth,the overwhelming majority of ......说到 sth An increasing / great number of??一个数目增加的?? It is ,therefore,high time that same applicable approaches were implemented by??。 Thus,its competetive edge will be sharpened effectively。适当方法被用，提高竞争力。 sth exert a tremendous fascination on sb某人对某物感兴趣exert positive impact有积极影响 It is no exaggeration to say??说??是毫不夸张的 Recently the issue of the phenomenon of?? has been brought into focus ??问题已成为焦点 As the（ classical） proverb goes,‘’??‘’正如谚语所说 With the rapid growth of ?? , 随着??快速增长 , 名词短语 fresh point/look新论点 / 看法applicable /apposite/appropriate approaches 恰当的方法an empty slogan一个空洞的口号bridge the income/generation gap缩小收入差距 / 代沟 a local point of view狭隘的看法specialized knowledge and skills专业知识与技能sustainable/ rapid development可持续 / 快速发展 Pandora's Box潘多拉的魔盒 international prestige国际地位culture/economic globalization文化 / 经济全球化 vigor and vitality生机与活力macro regulatory and control ability宏观调控能力Ivory Tower象牙塔maintenance of ecological balance保护生态平衡 urban / affuent life城市 / 富足的生活indispensable element 不可或缺的要素 domin/ experiential/rudimentary knowledge 领域 / 经验 / 基础知识 merits and demerits优点和缺点 a double-edged sword双刃剑 动词短语 hatch and breed孕育与培养develop / cultivate/ foster培养 seize the opportunities and rise to the challenges抓住机遇 , 迎接挑战 scrape up/reinfore one's knowledge积累 / 巩固知识differentiate virtue from vice区分善恶 （ be）despised and condemned被蔑视和谴责take sth seriously严肃对待 pay a heavy price 付出代价be virtually impossible 极不可能 focus attention on self-image注重自我形象be proficient in 精通于 reap the benefits of因 / 从??得到好处be conducive to sth有助于 turn a bleed eye on无视sharpen one'competitive edge 提高某人竞争力 be inclined to do想要 , 倾向做contribute directly to 直接有助于 pray in aid of求助于frown on/upon反对ignite one's enthusiasm点燃热情 swarm into涌入exert a positive /negative impact on 对??有积极 / 消极影响discriminate against/ （in favour of）歧视 / 偏爱illustrate sth with sth用??解释??strengthen basic and public construction加强公共基础建设 google the Internet上网搜索deliver emails发邮件 undertake correspondent obligation承担相应义务 function in the disservice of对??有害 foster strengths and circumvent weaknesses扬长避短 连词 Ironically讽刺地说Unquestionably毋庸置疑on most occasions大多情况下 Specifically speaking具体地说Conspicuously显然as a consequence of 由于??（不好）Confronted with sth(问题 ) 面临 ...... In my perspective在我看来whereas/howbeit=however as an illustration作为例子in that＝ because principally最重要地 be the occasion of引起futhermore/moreover/additionally另外, 此外, 而且 in consequence/consequently结果（不好）（ be） in contradiction of与??矛盾
From Monday until Friday most people are busyworking or studying,but in the evenings and off weekends they are free to relax and enjoy themselves.Some watch television or go to the movies;others participate in sports.It depends on individual interests.There are many different ways to spend our spare time. Different people have different hobbies.For example,someone likes reading,someone likes swimming and someone likes collecting and so on. I used to read books and draw pictures because by reading books I could learn many funny things.But now I don't like it.I can only learn from books.I couldn't get knowledge from others.I need a change.Traveling is my favorite hobby now.But I can't go traveling a lot.I can visit many different places of interest by traveling.I can learn a lot about people,places and history.It's very interesting.What is your hobby?Let's share each other！I have many good friends.They all have their hobbies.Ann studies very hard.So her hobby is book reading.T ony loves labour,and his hobby is gardening.He usually plants flowers and trees in his yard.Judy is a quiet girl.She likes knitting.She always knits some sweaters for her dolls.We have different hobbies,but we are good friends. I love traveling.I have great fun in traveling. I want to go to a beautiful island, hainan. Go there to drink jackfruit juice, appreciate the beauty of the sea breeze there. If I went to hainan, to be able to play