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Which of the following best describes the primary audience and purpose of academic writing targeted towards experts in a particular field?
Which of the following best describes the primary audience and purpose of academic writing targeted towards experts in a particular field?
- Other experts in the field; to contribute to new knowledge and scholarly discourse. (correct)
- Students; to demonstrate learning and understanding of established concepts.
- Tutors and professors; to fulfill assessment requirements in university courses.
- The general public; to disseminate simplified explanations of complex topics.
In academic writing, what does 'cohesion' primarily ensure?
In academic writing, what does 'cohesion' primarily ensure?
- The use of technical vocabulary specific to the discipline.
- The logical connection of ideas and arguments throughout the text. (correct)
- The inclusion of a wide range of citations and references.
- The writer's personal opinions are clearly stated.
What is the significance of 'evidenced-based arguments' in academic texts?
What is the significance of 'evidenced-based arguments' in academic texts?
- They allow writers to express personal biases more freely.
- They demonstrate originality regardless of existing research.
- They protect against accusations of plagiarism.
- They ensure opinions are grounded in thorough, well-researched information. (correct)
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the 'tone' expected in academic writing?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the 'tone' expected in academic writing?
Why is the use of 'precise' language, including technical vocabulary, important in academic writing?
Why is the use of 'precise' language, including technical vocabulary, important in academic writing?
Why is maintaining an 'objective' perspective crucial in academic writing?
Why is maintaining an 'objective' perspective crucial in academic writing?
What is the main reason for including citations in academic writing?
What is the main reason for including citations in academic writing?
In academic writing, what does 'critical' engagement with source material involve?
In academic writing, what does 'critical' engagement with source material involve?
What does the term 'unambiguous language' refer to in the context of academic writing?
What does the term 'unambiguous language' refer to in the context of academic writing?
What is the significance of a 'thesis-driven' approach in academic writing?
What is the significance of a 'thesis-driven' approach in academic writing?
Flashcards
Academic Writing
Academic Writing
Communicates ideas, information, and research to the wider academic community.
Academic Text Structure
Academic Text Structure
Overall structure is formal and logical, typically including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Academic Tone
Academic Tone
The attitude conveyed in writing. In academic writing, arguments are presented fairly with an appropriate and unbiased narrative.
Academic Language
Academic Language
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Citation
Citation
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Complexity in Academic Writing
Complexity in Academic Writing
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Evidenced-based Arguments
Evidenced-based Arguments
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Thesis Driven
Thesis Driven
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Critical Writing
Critical Writing
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Precise Writing
Precise Writing
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Study Notes
- Academic writing communicates ideas, information, and research to the academic community.
What, Audience, Purpose
- Academic writing is completed by students for assessment at universities, demonstrating learning to tutors/professors.
- Experts write for academic journals, communicating with other experts in their field to create new knowledge.
Key Features
- Academic writing is structured, coherent, cohesive, clear, and carefully planned.
- It uses citations and references to provide evidence.
- It involves critical analysis and evaluation of information.
- Academic writing is precise, using technical vocabulary.
- It is balanced and avoids bias by being open-minded.
- It maintains objectivity by focusing on information.
- It is formal, avoiding colloquial and contracted terms.
Academic Text
- Academic text is reading material providing information with concepts or theories related to a specific discipline.
- These texts have a formal and logical structure, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Tone
- Tone is the attitude conveyed in a piece of writing.
- Arguments are presented fairly with an appropriate, unbiased narrative tone.
Language
- Academic language uses unambiguous language.
- Text utilizes formal and third-person points of view incorporating technical vocabulary.
Citation
- Citations used to defend against allegations of plagiarism.
Complexity
- Academic writing addresses complex issues using high-order thinking skills.
Evidenced-based Arguments
- Opinions are based on a sound understanding of knowledge and academic debate.
- Opinions are grounded on thorough, researched information.
Thesis Driven
- Thesis driven academic writing with a central theme.
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