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What constitutes plagiarism in academic writing?
What constitutes plagiarism in academic writing?
- Summarizing a text while giving credit
- Properly paraphrasing a source
- Copying large sections of text without citations (correct)
- Using your own ideas without citations
When should you use a subject-orientation in note-taking?
When should you use a subject-orientation in note-taking?
- When the content of what was said is more significant than who said it (correct)
- When the date of the statement is irrelevant
- When recording direct quotations
- When the personal view of the author matters
Which of the following actions does NOT represent plagiarism?
Which of the following actions does NOT represent plagiarism?
- Copying an entire article from the Internet
- Stealing a paper from a peer
- Citing a source correctly in your paper (correct)
- Hiring someone to write your paper
What is an example of weak-author orientation?
What is an example of weak-author orientation?
Which of the following is an example of direct quoting?
Which of the following is an example of direct quoting?
What is the primary purpose of an outline in writing a paper?
What is the primary purpose of an outline in writing a paper?
How should the main points in an outline be identified?
How should the main points in an outline be identified?
Which of the following represents a common method of organizing writing?
Which of the following represents a common method of organizing writing?
What is a topic outline primarily made up of?
What is a topic outline primarily made up of?
What does the final Roman numeral in an outline typically represent?
What does the final Roman numeral in an outline typically represent?
Which aspect is NOT a function of outlining while writing?
Which aspect is NOT a function of outlining while writing?
When subdividing main points in an outline, which numerals should be used?
When subdividing main points in an outline, which numerals should be used?
What is one benefit of organizing information effectively in writing?
What is one benefit of organizing information effectively in writing?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when writing a précis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when writing a précis?
What is the main goal of a critique paper?
What is the main goal of a critique paper?
Which element is essential for ensuring objectivity in a critique?
Which element is essential for ensuring objectivity in a critique?
In précis writing, which practice is discouraged regarding the original text?
In précis writing, which practice is discouraged regarding the original text?
When writing a précis, what approach should be avoided?
When writing a précis, what approach should be avoided?
What is one of the key considerations when assessing the relevance of information?
What is one of the key considerations when assessing the relevance of information?
Which of the following questions pertains to evaluating the authority of a source?
Which of the following questions pertains to evaluating the authority of a source?
What indicates that a source has been reviewed or referred?
What indicates that a source has been reviewed or referred?
Which of the following best reflects the purpose of information?
Which of the following best reflects the purpose of information?
What is an appropriate spacing convention to use after a period?
What is an appropriate spacing convention to use after a period?
How can one assess the accuracy of information from a source?
How can one assess the accuracy of information from a source?
What can a URL that ends in .gov indicate?
What can a URL that ends in .gov indicate?
What should be done when determining the appropriateness level of information?
What should be done when determining the appropriateness level of information?
What type of evidence is preferred when critiquing a work?
What type of evidence is preferred when critiquing a work?
Which phrase exemplifies a subjective interpretation when critiquing a work?
Which phrase exemplifies a subjective interpretation when critiquing a work?
How should a critique address the achievements of previous theories?
How should a critique address the achievements of previous theories?
What is a common pitfall to avoid in critique writing?
What is a common pitfall to avoid in critique writing?
What does effective critique writing require regarding key ideas?
What does effective critique writing require regarding key ideas?
Study Notes
Outline Creation
- Start with an introduction and thesis statement at the beginning of your outline.
- Use Roman numerals (I, II, III, etc.) for main points supporting the thesis.
- Capital letters (A, B, C, etc.) identify major points under each main point.
- Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3, etc.) further subdivide capital letters into detailed parts.
- Conclude with the final Roman numeral expressing the conclusion of the paper.
Organizing Ideas
- Important to logically order content to enhance clarity and cohesion.
- Structure should clearly differentiate between key points.
- Ensure all parts of the paper contribute to the development of the main argument.
Methods of Organizing Writing
- Chronological Order: Present ideas in the sequence they occurred, useful for historical narratives or storytelling.
- Topic Outlines: Use phrases instead of full sentences for brevity and clarity.
Avoiding Plagiarism
- Plagiarism includes buying, stealing, borrowing, or copying others' work without proper attribution.
- Cite when using others' ideas or words to maintain academic integrity.
- Ensure that quotations are accurate and attributed correctly.
Note-taking Skills
- Focus on presenting others' ideas without including personal commentary.
- Key don'ts in précis writing include avoiding sentence copying and first-person perspectives.
Writing a Critique
- A critique requires analyzing an article or book systematically, focusing on strengths and weaknesses.
- Understand the main argument or thesis of the work being critiqued.
- Evaluate the structure and evidence presented within the work, determining if it is effective and fair.
Criteria for Evaluating Sources
- Relevance: Assess how the information fits your needs.
- Determine if the content is appropriate for your level of understanding.
- Authority: Investigate the author's credentials and affiliations.
- Accuracy: Verify reliability and correctness of the presented information.
- Purpose: Identify the primary objective of the source—whether it is to inform, teach, sell, entertain, or persuade.
Writing Best Practices
- Maintain objectivity and avoid personal biases in critique writing.
- Ensure links are functional and follow updated formatting guidelines (e.g., running head).
- Use double quotation marks for linguistic examples and be mindful of typographical errors.
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Description
This quiz will help you understand how to effectively structure your paper by placing your introduction and thesis statement at the beginning. You'll learn to identify main points and evidence using Roman numerals and capital letters, which will enhance your writing clarity and organization.
