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What are the 7 patterns of organization?
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What are the 3 summarization techniques?
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What are the steps in paraphrasing?
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What is an example of a direct (stated) thesis statement?
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What is an example of an indirect (implied) thesis statement?
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What are the components of a thesis statement?
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What is an example of a topic for a thesis statement?
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What is an example of a controlling idea for a thesis statement?
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What is an example of a final thesis statement?
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What are the four principles of feminist criticism?
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What are the two kinds of concept papers?
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Study Notes
Module 1: Determining the Structure of Academic Texts
- Text Structure*
- Understanding how academic texts are organized is essential for effective reading and writing.
- 7 Patterns of Organization*
- Familiarity with common patterns aids in analyzing and constructing texts.
Module 2: Summarizing and Paraphrasing Academic Texts
- Summary*
- A summary condenses the main ideas and key points of a text.
- Purpose of Summary*
- To capture essential information without details.
- To clarify the main arguments.
- To assist in understanding and recalling the text.
- To provide a foundation for further analysis or response.
- 3 Summarization Techniques*
- Identify main ideas.
- Use your own words.
- Keep it concise.
- Paraphrase*
- Paraphrasing involves rewording the original text while retaining the meaning.
- Steps in Paraphrasing*
- Read the original text thoroughly.
- Rewrite without looking at the original.
- Maintain the original meaning but change the structure.
- Compare and adjust for accuracy.
Module 3: Stating the Thesis Statement and Textual Evidence
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Thesis Statement*
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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of a text.
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Example*
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"Biological need, social environment, and psychological satisfaction are three reasons why people take risks."
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Textual Evidence*
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Provides support for claims made in the thesis.
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Types of Thesis Statement*
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Direct (Stated): Clearly outlines the main argument.
- Example: "The main problems facing South American countries are a lack of job opportunities."
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Indirect (Implied): Suggests the argument without explicitly stating it.
- Example: "The important problems facing South American countries today require immediate attention."
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Components of Thesis Statement*
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Topic: The main subject of discussion.
- Example: "Teenage Smokers."
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Controlling Idea: Focus of the argument.
- Example: "Public health departments need aggressive promotional campaigns."
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Sub-topics: Supporting details that elaborate on the topic.
- Example: "Damages the lungs, increases the risk of cancer, raises the chance of heart disease."
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Final Thesis Statement*
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Integrates topic, controlling idea, and sub-topics into a cohesive statement.
Module 4: Forming Opinions Based on Facts
- Opinions*
- Personal beliefs or judgments that may be supported by facts but are not definitive.
- Facts*
- Objective statements that can be verified or proven true.
Module 5: Contents and Structure of Critique Paper
- Structure of Critique Paper*
- Introduction: Introduce the text being critiqued.
- Summary: Briefly present the main ideas of the text.
- Analysis: Offer a critical examination of the content.
- Conclusion: Summarize findings and opinions.
- Critical Approaches*
- Various methodologies to analyze and interpret texts.
- 4 Principles of Feminist Criticism*
- Examines texts through the lens of female experiences and societal equity.
Module 6: Understanding the Nature of Concept Paper
- Concept Paper*
- A small document that explains an idea or proposal for research.
- Purpose of Writing a Concept Paper*
- To outline a project idea or research proposal.
- To secure funding or approval.
- To provide a foundation for future development.
Module 8: Comprehending the Various Kinds of Concept Paper
- 2 Kinds of Concept Paper*
- Theory-based: Explains a theoretical framework.
- Proposal-based: Clarifies a planned research project.
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Description
This quiz focuses on understanding the structure of academic texts, including key patterns of organization. Additionally, it covers essential skills like summarizing and paraphrasing academic content, highlighting various techniques and steps essential for effective academic writing.
