Academic Writing at IU: Unit 5
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What is the primary focus of the 'Theory' criterion in evaluating a research essay?

  • Literature analysis, application, and understanding of definitions and precedents (correct)
  • Justification of the chosen methodology
  • Cleanliness of the presentation
  • Quality of argumentation and conclusive development

    • Which criterion evaluates the quality of argumentation and conclusive development in a research essay?

  • Conclusion
  • Methodology
  • Reasoning (correct)
  • Introduction

    • What is the focus of the 'Literature' criterion in evaluating a research essay?

  • Linguistic expression and clarity
  • Spelling and punctuation accuracy
  • References and literature list (correct)
  • Quality of sources and literature analysis

    • Which criterion assesses the accuracy of spelling and punctuation in a research essay?

    <p>Accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the 'Methodology' criterion in evaluating a research essay?

    <p>Clear information on the chosen methodology and justification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of writing research essays and assignments?

    <p>To develop independent scientific working skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical structure of a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>Introduction, Body, Conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate proportion of the introduction in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>20% of the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of logical transitions in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>To connect the individual sections logically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended font size for headings in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>12 pt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many levels of section headings are recommended in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>Three levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended line spacing in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>1.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bibliography in a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>To list sources cited in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended format for submitting a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>Online portal (Turnitin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended paper size for a written assignment or research essay?

    <p>A4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of requiring research essays in many classes?

    <p>To prepare students for their final bachelor thesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of subject-specific traditions in written assignments and research essays?

    <p>They play a crucial role in determining the content and structure of the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Maike's initial search in the online library?

    <p>To collect search terms for her research essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Maike's decision to address the topic of equal economic opportunities from an objective perspective?

    <p>It helps Maike to develop a more balanced view of the topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a written assignment and a research essay?

    <p>Content and structure of the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of the study goals outlined in this unit?

    <p>To learn how to write a research essay at IU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Maike's rough outline for her essay?

    <p>To create a rough outline for the introduction, body, and conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of IU's formal requirements for written assignments and research essays?

    <p>They reflect the lowest common denominator for written assignments and research essays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the exact steps of submission be found?

    <p>In a separate manual on myCampus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between written assignments and research essays?

    <p>The type of course they are assigned in</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected in terms of sources for a written assignment?

    <p>Additional relevant sources, such as online library databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the tutor in written assignments?

    <p>To provide technical consultations and formal and general questions regarding the procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the overall evaluation of a written assignment?

    <p>Independent preparation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of the evaluation of a written assignment?

    <p>Introduction, Structure, Reasoning, Conclusion, Language, and Tidiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are research essays different from written assignments?

    <p>Research essays require more personal contribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of a research essay?

    <p>The theoretical approach and the related literature review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the tutor in research essays?

    <p>To provide technical consultations and formal and general questions regarding the procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of submitting the affidavit electronically via myCampus?

    <p>It is necessary to submit the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Academic Work at IU: Written Assignments and Research Essays

    • The study goals of this unit are to learn about the structure of a research essay at IU, different types of instructions, formalities, scope, and content requirements.
    • Written assignments and research essays are forms of academic work that are written in almost every course of study.
    • The purpose of writing research essays is to prepare students for the final bachelor thesis.
    • Independent scientific working is learned through writing such assignments and research essays.

    Structure of Written Assignments and Research Essays

    • The structure typically follows a classical pattern:
      • Introduction (rationale for chosen topic, aim of the work, definition of the topic and research question, and overview of structure)
      • Body (main points, explanation, discussion, and supplementation with additional statements)
      • Conclusion (summary of argument, student's own conclusions, and further open questions and/or perspectives)
    • The structure is determined by the logical sequence of the main points and explanatory steps.
    • The entire text should be closed and complete in terms of content and have a straightforward structure.

    Formal Guidelines and Specifications for Submission

    • A written assignment and research essay consists of:
      • Title page
      • Table of contents
      • List of figures and/or tables (if necessary)
      • List of abbreviations (if necessary)
      • Text part with introduction, body, and conclusion
      • Bibliography
      • List of appendices (if necessary)
      • Appendices and materials (if necessary)
    • Formal document requirements:
      • Length: 7-10 pages of text
      • Paper size: DIN-A4
      • Margins: Top and bottom 2 cm, left 2 cm, right 2 cm
      • Font: Arial 11 pt. (general text), 12 pt. (headings), justified
      • Line spacing: 1.5
      • Sentence structure: Justified and use of hyphens to separate words
      • Footnotes: Arial 10 pt. font, justified
      • Paragraph: 6 pt. distance after line break
      • Section/subsection levels: Maximum three levels (1. Main heading, 1.1 Section, 1.1.1 Subheadings)

    Written Assignments

    • Written assignments are demanded in courses with a course book.
    • A task is assigned or one can select from several alternative tasks.
    • It is important to thoroughly examine the task and to try to align the work exactly.
    • It is not sufficient to use only the course book as a source of information; rather, it is expected to use additional relevant sources.
    • Evaluation of a written assignment contains several components:
      • Introduction
      • Structure
      • Reasoning
      • Conclusion
      • Language
      • Tidiness

    Research Essays

    • Research essays are demanded in courses without a course book.
    • There are different subject areas to choose from.
    • For the concrete selection of the essay topic, there are two possibilities: choosing one of the already given questions or coming up with own ideas within the subject area.
    • The independent delimitation and formulation of a question represent a good preparation and exercise, especially regarding the later thesis.
    • Evaluation of a research essay contains several components:
      • Introduction
      • Structure
      • Theory
      • Methodology
      • Reasoning
      • Conclusion
      • Presentation
      • Accuracy
      • Language
      • Literature

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