Factors to Consider in Writing an Academic Text

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What is a key characteristic of academic language based on the text?

Formal and sophisticated expressions (correct)

Repetitive use of phrases

Use of slang expressions

Informal and casual tone

Which of the following is NOT a feature of academic language mentioned in the text?

Use of slang expressions (correct)

Formal tone

Variety of terms

Objective based on facts and evidence

What should academic language be according to the text?

Casual and conversational

Influenced by personal feelings

Based on facts and evidence (correct)

Repetitive and informal

Which type of language is appropriate for written papers, classwork, and other academic purposes?

Very formal and sophisticated language Signup and view all the answers

In academic language, sentences should preferably begin with:

'Moreover' or 'in addition' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is commonly used in social language but not in academic language?

'Cool' Signup and view all the answers

What is a major difference between social language and academic language?

'Appropriate' is used in social language, not in academic language Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the tone of academic language?

'Appropriate' and 'sophisticated' Signup and view all the answers

Which language style is characterized by phrases like 'you're hungry?' according to the text?

Social language Signup and view all the answers

What type of expressions can be used in social language but not in academic language?

Colloquial, idiomatic, journalistic expressions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of language should academic language particularly avoid?

Slang expressions Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of academic language in terms of formality?

It should not sound conversational or casual Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is most likely to be found in social language rather than academic language?

'Cool' Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial characteristic of academic language?

It is more sophisticated in its expressions Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should academic language be based on?

Facts and evidence Signup and view all the answers

What kind of terms should be avoided in academic language according to the text?

'Cool' and 'Guy' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of academic language?

'Kidding' Signup and view all the answers

In academic language, what type of expressions are commonly used?

'In addition' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purposes in Reading an Academic Text

Locate main ideas to understand central concepts.
Scan for specific information relevant to research.
Identify gaps in existing studies for further investigation.
Connect new concepts with previously established ideas.
Acquire additional information to enrich understanding.
Support writing assignments with credible evidence.
Achieve a deeper comprehension of established ideas.

Factors to Consider in Writing Academic Texts

Formulate critical questions and address key issues.
Base arguments on verified facts and evidence from credible sources.
Employ precise and accurate word choice while minimizing jargon.
Maintain an objective perspective to ensure neutrality.
Provide a comprehensive list of references for sourced materials.
Utilize cautious language to reflect uncertainties in claims.

Academic Language

Academic language is essential for success in educational settings.
Encompasses discipline-specific vocabulary, nuances in grammar, and punctuation.
Involves rhetorical conventions and devices typical of academic writing (e.g., essays, lab reports).
Proficiency in academic language correlates with better academic and professional outcomes.
Distinct from social language, which facilitates casual conversations in daily life.

Thesis-Driven Approach

Starts with a clear perspective, idea, or position regarding the research topic.
Aims to establish, prove, or disprove solutions related to posed questions.

Features of Academic Texts

Complex: Employs varied vocabulary; includes longer and more complex sentence structures.
Formal: Avoids colloquial expressions and informal language.
Precise: Ensures facts are represented accurately and clearly.
Objective: Focuses on imparting information with minimal bias; emphasizes nouns over adjectives.
Explicit: Clarifies relationships among different parts of the text for reader comprehension.
Accurate: Uses vocabulary with specific meanings pertinent to the subject matter.
Hedging: Adjusts claims to reflect varying degrees of certainty regarding topics.
Responsible: Requires evidence and justification for all claims made, ensuring accountability.
Organized: Streamlines ideas logically, enhancing the flow from section to section.
Planned: Developed after thorough research and evaluation, adhering to specific objectives and plans.

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Explore the factors to consider in writing an academic text, including purposes such as locating main ideas, scanning for information, and connecting new ideas to existing ones. This quiz is based on the module 'English for Academic and Professional Purposes'