Module 1 Nature of Academic Texts

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MODULE 1:
Nature of Academic
Texts
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At the end of this discussion, you are
expected to:
 Describe what academic texts and
academic writings are
 Differentiate academic texts from other
forms of writing
 Understand content of one academic text
presented and answer related questions
 Identify the structure, audience, features,

OBJECTIVES
standards and requirements for academic
writing
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What are Academic
Texts?
Definition and Characteristics

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ACADEMIC TEXTS
•Academic texts are texts
that are clear, concise,
focused, structured and
WHAT ARE ACADEMIC

backed up by evidence. Its
Definition
TEXTS?
purpose is to aid the
reader’s understanding.
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•It
has a formal tone and
style, but it is not complex
and does not require the
use of long sentences and
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complicated vocabulary.
Definition
TEXTS?
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• Each
subject discipline will
have writing conventions,
vocabulary and types of
discourse that you will
become familiar with over
the course of your study.
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However, there are some
Definition
general characteristics of
TEXTS?
academic texts that are
relevant across all
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CHARACTERISTICS OF ACADEMIC
TEXTS
1. FORMAL
An academic text is formal by
avoiding casual or
controversial language such as
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contractions or informal
Characteristics
TEXTS?
vocabulary. It uses appropriate
language and tenses, and is clear,
concise and balanced.
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2. OBJECTIVE
It is impersonal at the same
time objective because it avoids
direct reference to people or
feelings instead it emphasizes
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objects, facts and ideas. It
Characteristics
well focuses on the idea rather
TEXTS?
than the people or emotion
that is being portrayed.
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3. TECHNICAL
A text is technical by using vocabulary
wordings and references used have a
clear focus on the issue. It also
includes accurate word choice.
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Characteristics
TEXTS?
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DRILLS
Determine whether
the following is an
example or non-
example:
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Essay
a short piece of writing on a
particular subject
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Concept paper
a short paper that explains the
research you plan to conduct.
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Reaction paper
a written assignment that provides
a personal opinion regarding a
given piece of work
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Educational report
a summary of information being

recorded
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Educational report
a summary of information being

recorded
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Research Paper
a paper that makes an argument
about a topic based on research
and analysis.
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Resolutions
a committee's statement on an
issue and generally includes
suggestions or instructions to
member
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Contracts
a written or spoken agreement,

especially one concerning
employment, sales, or tenancy
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Application papers
a form that you complete in order
to apply for a job, a place on a
course, etc. or to get something
such as a loan or a licence
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Business Documents
files of various types that
record various details
regarding an organization's
internal and external dealings
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Oaths
a solemn promise,
often invoking a divine witness,
regarding one's future action or
behavior
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Editorial cartooning
an illustration containing a
commentary that usually
relates to current events or
personalities
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Purposes of
Academic Reading
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PURPOSES OF ACADEMIC READING
• Information
comes from
reputable sources
• Learn
how to form
arguments
• Exposure
to different
viewpoints
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Reading
Strategies for
Academic Texts
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1. PREVIEW
 read the title, the back of the book, and table of contents
 make connections between the new reading and knowledge you
already have
2. READ
 have a pen or pencil in hand
 Circle or highlight key concepts
 Write questions or comments in the margins or in a notebook
 build a personal connection with the subject matter
3. SUMMARIZE
 write a short summary—even if your instructor doesn’t require it
4. REVIEW
 revisit what you’ve read for a quick refresher
 skim through the material to identify the main points
 reread any notes at the ends of chapters
 review any summaries you’ve written 29
What is ACADEMIC WRITING
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A process that starts with
posing a question,
problematizing a
concept, evaluating an
opinion, and ends in
answering the question
or questions posed,
clarifying the problem,
and/or arguing for a
stand.
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Your AUDIENCE
•Teachers
•Peers
•The
academic
community
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Academic writing is thinking.
• Do not just write anything that
comes to your mind.
• Write in a language that is
appropriate and formal but not
too pretentious.
• Consider the knowledge of your
audience.
• Back up statements with strong
and valid evidence. 33
The Considerations in Writing
•Content
•Structure
•Language and
style
•Mechanics 34

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