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What is the primary purpose of understanding academic discourse within a community?
What is the primary purpose of understanding academic discourse within a community?
Which of the following best differentiates academic writing from other types of writing such as novels or articles?
Which of the following best differentiates academic writing from other types of writing such as novels or articles?
When considering the authority of a source, which of the following should be evaluated?
When considering the authority of a source, which of the following should be evaluated?
What impact does rising carbon dioxide levels have on our cognitive abilities, as discussed?
What impact does rising carbon dioxide levels have on our cognitive abilities, as discussed?
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What is a key focus of recent research in occupational settings according to the content?
What is a key focus of recent research in occupational settings according to the content?
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In what way do communication strategies need to be adapted for different audiences?
In what way do communication strategies need to be adapted for different audiences?
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Which of the following is not listed as a standard form in academic writing?
Which of the following is not listed as a standard form in academic writing?
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Which psychological theory relates educational and vocational interests to individual traits?
Which psychological theory relates educational and vocational interests to individual traits?
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What is the primary concern regarding the mental effects of CO2 exposure mentioned?
What is the primary concern regarding the mental effects of CO2 exposure mentioned?
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What is primarily required for academic writing as indicated in the content?
What is primarily required for academic writing as indicated in the content?
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What should a bibliography typically demonstrate?
What should a bibliography typically demonstrate?
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What does the content suggest about the writing process for all writers?
What does the content suggest about the writing process for all writers?
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Which skill is emphasized as crucial for evaluation in academic writing?
Which skill is emphasized as crucial for evaluation in academic writing?
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What analogy is used to describe the experience of learning to write academically?
What analogy is used to describe the experience of learning to write academically?
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What aspect of writing should an academic author analyze according to evaluation criteria?
What aspect of writing should an academic author analyze according to evaluation criteria?
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What does the term 'the writing process' encompass?
What does the term 'the writing process' encompass?
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According to the content, what is essential to maintain in the academic writing process?
According to the content, what is essential to maintain in the academic writing process?
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Which step is NOT explicitly included in the writing process as outlined?
Which step is NOT explicitly included in the writing process as outlined?
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When citing sources in academic writing, what is being acknowledged?
When citing sources in academic writing, what is being acknowledged?
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Which of the following statements about research in academic writing is true?
Which of the following statements about research in academic writing is true?
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What is the purpose of a bibliography in academic writing?
What is the purpose of a bibliography in academic writing?
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In what way can a project develop according to the considerations given?
In what way can a project develop according to the considerations given?
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What does 'negotiating feedback' involve in the writing process?
What does 'negotiating feedback' involve in the writing process?
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Which of the following is NOT true regarding the messiness of the writing process?
Which of the following is NOT true regarding the messiness of the writing process?
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Which of the following best defines primary sources?
Which of the following best defines primary sources?
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Why is it important to use authoritative sources in academic research?
Why is it important to use authoritative sources in academic research?
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What is a primary indicator of a source being considered authoritative?
What is a primary indicator of a source being considered authoritative?
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Which type of publication is typically characterized as a popular source?
Which type of publication is typically characterized as a popular source?
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How many pieces of evidence should be included to support each argument point in academic research?
How many pieces of evidence should be included to support each argument point in academic research?
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What type of sources should be utilized in undergraduate research?
What type of sources should be utilized in undergraduate research?
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What distinguishes a refereed journal from a magazine?
What distinguishes a refereed journal from a magazine?
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Which question is NOT relevant when assessing if a source is authoritative?
Which question is NOT relevant when assessing if a source is authoritative?
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What is the first step in the peer review process for journals?
What is the first step in the peer review process for journals?
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Which of the following should you prioritize when evaluating library sources?
Which of the following should you prioritize when evaluating library sources?
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When is it appropriate to cite a source?
When is it appropriate to cite a source?
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What is NOT a guideline for integrating sources?
What is NOT a guideline for integrating sources?
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Which scenario does NOT require citation?
Which scenario does NOT require citation?
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In the peer review process, what does the Editor do after the Reviewers provide their recommendations?
In the peer review process, what does the Editor do after the Reviewers provide their recommendations?
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According to the pyramid of library sources, which aspect is associated with more specialized knowledge?
According to the pyramid of library sources, which aspect is associated with more specialized knowledge?
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Which of the following best describes a common purpose of referencing?
Which of the following best describes a common purpose of referencing?
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Study Notes
Academic Writing I - Week 7, 2024
- Introduction to Academic Writing
- Academic Discourse
- Key Terms
- What makes a source authoritative?
- When to cite a source
- Bibliographies—format and structure
- Plagiarism and Turnitin Reports
- Discourse Community
- A group of people sharing assumptions about channels, formats, styles, topics, discussion methods, and evidence.
- Different audiences require different communication strategies.
- Features of Academic Writing
- Distinguish it from other genres (novels, newspapers, etc.).
- Academic Writing is...
- Scholarly writing presenting an objective stance.
- Clearly stating the significance of the topic.
- Well-organized with adequate detail and evidence.
- Standard Forms in Academic Writing
- College essays, conference papers, dissertations, research theses, abstracts, books, and journal articles are examples.
- Evaluation Criteria for Academic Writing
- Argumentation with evidence.
- Analysis and critique of opposing viewpoints.
- Weighing various evidence (pro and con).
- Referencing skills.
- Writing quality.
- Integrity of the process (no plagiarism or AI misuse).
- Writing Process - Steps
- Cracking the code (understanding essay question).
- Gathering information (research).
- Structuring ideas (drafting).
- Proofreading and editing.
- Thinking about Tone and Register
- Using appropriate language for the intended audience and purpose.
- The Academic Register and Evidence of Learning
- Using specialized vocabulary with accuracy and precision.
- Other Project Considerations
- Defining the project scope—starting and ending points.
- Potential development paths based on research.
- Academic Writing—Argumentation
- Strong arguments depend on sufficient evidence of high quality.
- Research is essential for arguments beyond personal experience.
- Terminology
- Citing—formally acknowledging resources within the text.
- Bibliography—list of sources used.
- References—detailed descriptions of sources.
- Authoritative Source Clues
- Publisher, journal status, lecturer recommendations, website sponsors, researching funding, and determining if the source is scholarly or popular.
- Authoritative Source Considerations
- Referenced journal vs. magazine
- Identifying information sources like bibliographies and careful documentation.
- Assessing critic reviews and author expertise.
- Peer Review Process for Journals
- Author writes paper and decides on a journal and submission guidelines.
- Reviewers assess the final draft.
- The editor performs initial review before sending it to multiple reviewers who remove the front page of the paper.
- Recommendations are sent back to the editor who relays the decision including comments from the reviewers.
- Library Sources Pyramid
- A hierarchy of resources, from the most authoritative (journals, scholarly books, etc.) to the least authoritative (encyclopedias, etc.).
- Evaluating Library Sources
- Prioritizing journal articles over magazine articles.
- Focusing on often-cited authors.
- Critically examining books.
- When to Cite a Source
- Factual information and data taken from sources.
- Direct quotations (verbatim quotes).
- Summarizing, paraphrasing, or using ideas, opinions, interpretations, or conclusions of others.
- Using source structures, strategies, or methods.
- Mentioning another person's work in passing.
- When Not to Cite a Source
- Common knowledge.
- Widely recognized phrases or idioms.
- Information from casual conversations.
- Integrating Sources - Principles
- Concisely using sources to avoid overshadowing your own thinking.
- Clearly separating your voice from source material.
- Making clear the relationship between each source and your argument.
- Why Bother Referencing?
- Demonstrates depth of research.
- Guides further investigation.
- Acknowledges source material.
- Protects against plagiarism.
- Misusing Sources
- Plagiarism: using others' work as your own.
- Mosaic plagiarism: combining unacknowledged material from different sources.
- Improper collaboration.
- Misrepresenting evidence.
- Improper use of AI tools.
- Turnitin Report—Information on how to correctly cite and reference sources.
- References—Format and structure
- In-text citation.
- Bibliography.
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Explore the essential principles of academic writing in this quiz focused on week 7 topics. Learn about academic discourse, authoritative sources, citation practices, and the distinguishing features of scholarly writing. This quiz will help solidify your understanding of how to effectively communicate within a discourse community.
