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REVIEWER IN EAPP WEEK 1 ACADEMIC TEXT are typically formal - have clearly structured INTRODUCTION - An introduction gives a short background BODY is...

REVIEWER IN EAPP WEEK 1 ACADEMIC TEXT are typically formal - have clearly structured INTRODUCTION - An introduction gives a short background BODY is the main part of the essay CONCLUSION - It is the summary of the text and SIX ASPECTS 1. writer’s PURPOSE for writing 2. writing TONE AND STYLE. 3. READER'S GOAL 4. SPECIFIC LANGUAGE 5. ORGANIZATION 6. DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC TEXT STRUCTURES - way authors organize information 1. Narrative 2. Chronological, Process, or Sequence 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem/ Solution 5. Compare and Contrast 6. Definition or Description – describe characteristics READING TECHNIQUES SKIMMING- will help you grasp the general idea or just of a text. SCANNING- allows you to locate precise information. Types of Sources of Data PRIMARY data collection SECONDARY data collection Two Ways on how you can present your citations. 1. IN-TEXT CITATION – this is an insertion of a citation within the text itself. (last name and year) 2. REFERENCES/ BIBLIOGRAPHY – this is a comprehensive list of sources, which is found at the end of articles. (APA 7TH Edition) - Published on October 11, 2019 by Ramio Streetkerk. MLA 9th Edition (Modern Language Association) April 2021. - living document hoping to meet the ever-changing needs of writers CHICAGO MANUAL STYLE GUIDE 17th Edition - covers a variety of topics from manuscript preparation and publication  WEEK 2 SUMMARIZING - process of shortening a passage/s or a texts/s without sacrificing its basic meaning Important Summarizing Techniques 1. SELECTION - essential to select major idea 2. REJECTION - It is a process of removing unnecessary data. 3. SUBSTITUTION – This technique includes synthesis. mode of combining several sentences into one sentence. Formats in Summarizing 1. IDEA HEADING Format - the summarized idea comes before the citation. 2. AUTHOR HEADING Format - the summarized idea comes after the citation. author's name is connected by an appropriate reporting verb. 3. DATE HEADING Format - summarized idea comes after the date when the material was published. PARAPHRASING - process of restating a text or passage - maximum of five sentences. Step in paraphrasing (RAP) Read Ask your self Put in your own words THESIS STATEMENT - sentence that makes an assertion about a topic 3 Components of a Thesis Statement 1. TOPIC- general subject 2. CONTROLLING IDEA- view or opinion 3. SUB-TOPIC (optional) – supporting reason OUTLINE – organizing information Types of Outlines ALPHANUMERIC Outline – standard format (II,III) - noted by a Roman numeral FULL SENTENCE Outline – written out as a full sentence. DECIMAL Outline - written using decimals to note each (1.1)  WEEK 3 CRITICAL WRITING – In-depth analyzation and evaluation of a piece of work CRITIC – a person who evaluates a piece of work HOW TO WRITE A GOOD CRITIQUE? 1. SUMMARY - shows the strengths and weaknesses of a piece of literary work. brief, concise, and comprehensive 2. ANALYSIS - explains important points that needs to be interpreted clearly. evaluates more critically 3. CRITIQUE - balance of discussion and analyzation CRITICAL APPROACHES IN WRITING A CRITIQUE 1. FEMINIST Approach/Criticism - typically presents women as subjects 2. MARXIST Approach/Criticism - concerned mainly with the differences between economic classes 3. READER-RESPONSE Approach/Criticism - role of the reader is essential to the meaning of a literary work 4. PSYCHOANALYTIC Approach/Criticism - relationship between literature, the unconscious mind and the conscious 5. NEW HISTORICISM Approach/Criticism - Prioritizes literature within historical and social contexts. 6. QUEER Approach/Criticism - exploration of identities and sexuality LGBTQ  WEEK 4 BALANCED REVIEW – a systematic way of presenting facts and truthfulness CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM – a feedback that provides specific recommendations on taking positive improvements. TECHNIQUES FOR MAINTAINING OBJECTIVITY 1. Use facts and data 2. Convey Opposing Views 3. Avoid expressing personal judgement 4. Avoid Emotive Language STRUCTURE OF A BALANCED REVIEW 1. INTRODUCTION - present your main argument or position on the topic. 2. SUMMARY – body part 3. ANALYSIS & EVALUATION - providing your evaluation of the text being critiqued. 4. CONCLUSION - provide a final evaluation Critiquing visual arts DESCRIPTION - “What do I see?” - Title, author ANALYSIS – “How is the work organized?” - Specific figure,scene INTERPRETATION – “What is happening? What is the artist trying to say/portray?” - Expressive qualities you see JUDGMENT OR EVALUATION – “What do I think of the work?” - Good or bad  WEEK 5 CONCEPT is an abstract idea or a mental symbol ELUCIDATION - the process of making something clear or explaining it in detail. EXPLICATION - breaking down the definition into more detailed components - analyzing and developing an idea DEFINITION is a statement of the meaning of the term 1. INTENSIONAL definition (connotative definition) - sufficient conditions for a thing being a member of a specific set. 2. EXTENSIONAL definition (denotative definition) - naming every object that is a member of specific set. Methods of Definition: 1. INFORMAL Definition- if a speaker will use a familiar words or phrases 2. FORMAL SENTENCE Definition SPECIES – word GENUS (class) – group to which something belongs DIFFERENTIA= specific characteristic(s) that distinguish it from other members 3. EXPANDED Definition - need to amplify a definition by general discussion CONCEPT-DRIVEN Writing - explaining and exploring a specific concept. DATA-DRIVEN Writing - focuses on data and empirical evidence.  WEEK 6 TRANSITIONAL PHRASE- word groups that link ideas STEPS IN COMPARING AND CONTRASTING A CONCEPT PAPER 1. CHOOSE a topic 2. MAKE A LIST of similarities and differences 3. ORGANIZE the content 4. USE TRNASITIONAL PHRASES WEEK 7 TITLE PAGE - a stand-alone statement that can fully describe the project CONCEPT PAPER is a short document that outlines the main points of a grant proposal Elements of Concept Paper for ACADEMIC RESEARCH 1. TITLE – It is simple and specific and it effectively captures the subject 2. INTRODUCTION – present the research question or problem, SOP 3. NEED FOR THE STUDY – why the research was done 4. BACKGROUND - makes the current state of research and the context for the specific study comprehensible 5. OBJECTIVES 6. HYPOTHESIS 7. METHODOLOGY - data collection information is presented 8. TIMELINE 9. REFERENCES Elements of Concept Paper for a PROJECT 1. COVER PAGE - details about the proponents, organization, contact details, 2. INTRODUCTION - It helps to familiarize the audience with the topic 3. RATIONALE- This section defines the relevance of the project 4. PROJECT DESCRIPTION- It particularly addresses goals and objectives, 5. METHODOLOGY (action plan) 6. PROJECT NEEDS AND COST- It highlights the key activities that need to be completed