ACADEMIC

WRITING

Asis Prof. Sarah Ismail

COURSE OVERVIEW:

This course is designed to equip students with the

essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in
academic writing within the field of architecture.
Through a combination of theoretical instruction,
practical study, and hands-on projects, students
will develop the ability to articulate complex ideas,
analyze architectural discourse, and communicate
effectively in written form.
Emphasis will be placed on clarity, precision,
critical thinking, and adherence to academic
conventions.

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HOW TO START
Developing research skills and methodologies is essential for conducting rigorous
and credible academic research in the field of architecture. Here's a guide to
help students acquire and apply research skills effectively:

Understanding Research Objectives:

• Define the research objectives or questions clearly to guide the research
process.
• Identify the scope and boundaries of the research topic to focus the
investigation.

Literature Review:
• Conduct a comprehensive literature review to familiarize yourself with existing
research and scholarship related to the topic.
• Use academic databases, libraries, and online resources to find relevant
articles, books, journals, and other sources.
• Analyze and synthesize the literature to identify key themes, debates, gaps,
and research questions.

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Developing research skills and methodologies is essential for conducting rigorous and credible
academic research in the field of architecture. Here's a guide to help students acquire and apply
research skills effectively:

Data Collection:
• Collect data using appropriate methods and techniques specified in the research
design.
• Ensure data collection procedures are ethical, reliable, and valid.
• Consider practical constraints and logistical issues when planning data collection
activities.

Data Analysis:
• Analyze the collected data using suitable analytical techniques and software.
• Interpret the findings in relation to the research objectives and literature review.
• Use visualizations such as charts, graphs, tables, or diagrams to present the data
effectively.

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Ethical Considerations:
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and principles in all stages of the research process.
• Obtain informed consent from research participants and respect their rights and privacy.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data collected during the research.

Critical Thinking and Analysis:

• Apply critical thinking skills to evaluate research findings, methodologies, and interpretations.
• Question assumptions, biases, and limitations in the research design and analysis.
• Consider alternative explanations or perspectives to enrich the analysis.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Document all aspects of the research process, including research design, data collection, analysis,
and interpretation.
• Prepare clear and concise research reports or papers that communicate the findings effectively.
• Provide proper citations and references to acknowledge sources and give credit to other
researchers

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Continuous Learning and Improvement:
• Reflect on the research process and outcomes to identify strengths,
weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Seek feedback from peers, mentors, or instructors to enhance
research skills and methodologies.
• By developing research skills and methodologies, students will be
better equipped to conduct meaningful and impactful research in the
field of architecture, contributing to knowledge creation and
innovation in the discipline.

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Modernism Movements
Functionalism, 1910- Cubism, De Stijl 1915- International Style
1960 Louis Sullivan, Le 1925 1930
Gerrit Rietveld Walter Gropuis, Mies van Der
Corbusier.
Roche, Thomas Gerrit Rietveld

1910 1915 1920 1925 1930 1935

Bauhaus, 1920 Organic Architecture 1920
Walter Gropuis (Bauhaus), Erich
Art Deco 1940
Frank Lloyd, Alvar Alto, Bruno Taut, Karl Ehn
Mendelsohn, Thomas Gerrit Rietveld

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Sculpturing 1950 Metabolism – late of High tech Architecture
, Le Corbusier. 1960 1970- Present
Kiyonori Kikutake, Wantanabe I.M. Pei, Richard
Yoji, Isozaki Arata, Moshe Safdie Rogers, Norman
Foster, Renzo

Post Modernism
Piano

Movement
1945 1950 1955 1960 1965 1970 1975 1980

Archigram 1960 Post Modernism 1960- Present Deconstructivism1980-

Peter Cook, Warren Chalk, Ron Charles Moore, John Hejduk, Aldo Present
Herron, Dennis Crompton, Rossi, Michael Graves, Philip Johnson Frank Gehry, Peter Eisenman, Daniel
Micheal webb and David Libeskind, Zaha Hadid
Greene.

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THE WAY TO GET
STARTED IS TO QUIT
TALKING AND BEGIN
DOING.

Walt Disney

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TEAMWORK GROUPS

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TIMELINE

28-2-2024 17-4-2024 15-5-2024

To start a presentation, to the idea and Discussion for the research 2nd phase. Brochure Final Submission.
the topic of the research.

Submitting and discussing the first

phase of the research Final submission to the research with
(collecting the data) discussion
20-3-2024 1-5-2024

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CONTENT
SUMMARY
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SUMMARY
By developing research skills and
methodologies, students will be better
equipped to conduct meaningful and impactful
research in the field of architecture,
contributing to knowledge creation and
innovation in the discipline

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THANK YOU
Asist. Prof. Sarah Ismail.
Website Address: IG Arcai_Sarahismail

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