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What has changed regarding the writing of academic reports in modern times?
What has changed regarding the writing of academic reports in modern times?
- There is a strict prohibition on any form of personal opinion.
- Reports are now always written in the third person.
- Reports must only present objective facts without context.
- Writers now frequently use first person point of view. (correct)
Which of these elements is NOT typically included in an academic report?
Which of these elements is NOT typically included in an academic report?
- Description of the subjects involved
- Contextualization of the report
- Conclusions based on the data presented
- Personal opinions and philosophies (correct)
What type of data should be included in a well-constructed report?
What type of data should be included in a well-constructed report?
- Only qualitative data from personal experiences
- Only quantitative data from surveys
- A combination of qualitative and quantitative data (correct)
- Only anecdotal evidence without statistical support
What perspective is recommended for the writing of academic reports?
What perspective is recommended for the writing of academic reports?
What characteristic has been debunked regarding traditional academic reports?
What characteristic has been debunked regarding traditional academic reports?
How should a report conclude?
How should a report conclude?
Why is the use of eyewitness reports becoming popular in modern reporting?
Why is the use of eyewitness reports becoming popular in modern reporting?
What is a common misconception about academic reports held by traditionalists?
What is a common misconception about academic reports held by traditionalists?
What should be included in the contextualization of a report?
What should be included in the contextualization of a report?
Which formatting style has become less rigid in modern reports?
Which formatting style has become less rigid in modern reports?
Flashcards
Academic Report
Academic Report
A factual account of observations, data, and conclusions, presented in a structured way.
Objective Truth
Objective Truth
A truth that is independent of personal feelings or biases.
Bias
Bias
A personal preference or prejudice that influences thoughts and evaluations.
First-Person Point of View
First-Person Point of View
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i-Reports
i-Reports
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Contextualization
Contextualization
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Qualitative Data
Qualitative Data
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Quantitative Data
Quantitative Data
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Conclusions in a Report
Conclusions in a Report
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Universalist Perspective
Universalist Perspective
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Study Notes
Academic Report Writing
- Traditional reports were seen as objective, unbiased accounts, a view now considered outdated.
- Modern reports acknowledge subjectivity and bias are inherent in writing.
- Universalist views are biased toward a Western, Greek-influenced tradition.
- First-person perspective ("I," "one") is now common in reports, replacing third-person.
- Eye-witness reports (i-reports) use first-person accounts of events.
- Using first-person ("I") or formal ("one") is acceptable in modern academic reports.
- Reports need descriptive context.
- Reports should present conclusions based on observations and data.
- Conclusions should be generalizations derived from objective facts.
Report Structure
- Contextualization: Providing background information about the report's subject.
- Facts/Data: Presenting collected information (statistics, observations, evidence).
- Description: Detailing subjects and relevant aspects.
- Conclusions: Drawing inferences and insights from the data.
Report Content
- Reports are NOT position papers, and are not supported by philosophical principles.
- Concrete data is crucial, including statistics, observations, textual evidence, interviews, or surveys.
- Reports benefit from a mix of qualitative and quantitative data.
- Qualitative data: Non-numerical, derived from observations, ethnography, text analysis, or interviews.
- Quantitative data: Numerical, including statistics, surveys, or scientific experiments.
- While quantitative data was once favored, qualitative data is gaining ground as it reveals information that quantitative data might overlook. Quantitative data can be manipulated and therefore false conclusions can be achieved.
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Description
This quiz explores the evolution of academic report writing, highlighting the shift from traditional objective perspectives to the acceptance of subjectivity and bias. It also outlines the modern structure of reports, emphasizing contextualization, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Test your understanding of contemporary reporting practices.
