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What is the primary purpose of producing academic text in a senior high school or college curriculum?
What is the primary purpose of producing academic text in a senior high school or college curriculum?
- To teach students how to write fiction novels
- To develop students' strong command of the language in an academic context (correct)
- To prepare students for professional writing careers
- To develop students' creative writing skills
According to Saqueton & Uychoco (2016), what is the process of academic writing?
According to Saqueton & Uychoco (2016), what is the process of academic writing?
- Starting with posing a question and ending with arguing for a stand (correct)
- Starting with answering questions and ending with posing a problem
- Starting with evaluating an opinion and ending with clarifying the problem
- Starting with problematizing a concept and ending with answering questions
What is the main benefit of recognizing common text structures?
What is the main benefit of recognizing common text structures?
- To improve writing skills
- To enhance critical thinking
- To develop public speaking skills
- To monitor comprehension (correct)
What is the term for how information within a written text is organized?
What is the term for how information within a written text is organized?
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What is the purpose of text structure in academic writing?
What is the purpose of text structure in academic writing?
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Study Notes
Academic Text
- Academic texts are specifically produced for educational purposes by students to comply with curriculum standards.
- These texts aim to enhance students' proficiency in language within an academic framework.
Academic Writing
- Defined as a process that begins with formulating a question or identifying a concept to challenge.
- Involves evaluating existing opinions and culminates in answering the questions, clarifying issues, or supporting a position.
Academic Writing Considerations
- Emphasizes the importance of structure, clarity, and formal language.
- Requires thorough research and proper referencing to support arguments.
Academic Writing Conventions
- Adheres to specific guidelines regarding formatting, citation styles, and tone.
- Conventionally uses a formal style, avoiding colloquialisms and informal language.
Text Structure
- Refers to the organizational framework of information within a written work.
- Different structures include presenting a main idea with supporting details, outlining causes and effects, or examining various perspectives.
Types of Text Structures
- Recognizing various text structures enhances comprehension and enables critical analysis of materials.
- Common types may include chronological order, compare and contrast, and problem-solution patterns.
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Examples of academic texts and writing, including purposes and processes. This text is used to develop students' language skills in an academic context.
