Academic Writing Examples
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Text structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of text structure in academic writing?

    <p>To present a main idea and details, a cause and its effects, and/or different views of a topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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