English Academic Writing
Title:
English Academic Writing
Goals & purposes:
This course focuses on English academic writing, referencing and plagiarism. After completing this course, you will be able to:
(1). Understand the foundation of academic writing and referencing
(2). Develop self-awareness in terms of academic writing
(3). Familiarize with English Academic Writing conventions
(4). Write English academic essays following the writing conventions
(1). Understand the foundation of academic writing and referencing
(2). Develop self-awareness in terms of academic writing
(3). Familiarize with English Academic Writing conventions
(4). Write English academic essays following the writing conventions
Summary:
The mini-MOOC will discuss the basics about English Academic Writing. Topics such as nominalization, theme development, referencing, and process writing will be covered, with some practical tips. It is anticipated that academic writing skills will be enhanced among students. Students could also review the mini-MOOC whenever they need support in writing academic essays.
The miniMOOC has been divided into 4 key sessions:
(1). What is academic writing?
(2). Systematic understanding of academic writing
(3). The writing process
(4). Referencing and plagiarism
The miniMOOC has been divided into 4 key sessions:
(1). What is academic writing?
(2). Systematic understanding of academic writing
(3). The writing process
(4). Referencing and plagiarism
Keywords:
Date released:
September 2020
Formats:
-
MOOC
Please note that the mini-MOOC is a scheduled course. Course link will be available when it is scheduled to the public.
Target population:
- University students (postgraduate)
- University students (undergraduate)
Related EdUHK courses:
- ENG1324 - Introduction to Linguistics
Mode of learning:
- Self-paced
- Structured lessons
Learning platform:
- Online
Language:
- English
Permanent URL:
https://www.lib.eduhk.hk/blue/resources/27