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The document discusses key aspects of academic writing such as definition, purpose, structure, and formats. It defines academic writing as formal written work for academic requirements or publications. The purpose is to produce or analyze knowledge relevant to a degree program. Common structures include the IMRD structure with introduction, methods, results, and discussion sections. Key features of academic texts are also outlined such as literature narratives, research reports, and position papers. Formats of research reports and professional reports are also described.

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PurCom - Communication For Academic Purposes

The document discusses key aspects of academic writing such as definition, purpose, structure, and formats. It defines academic writing as formal written work for academic requirements or publications. The purpose is to produce or analyze knowledge relevant to a degree program. Common structures include the IMRD structure with introduction, methods, results, and discussion sections. Key features of academic texts are also outlined such as literature narratives, research reports, and position papers. Formats of research reports and professional reports are also described.

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PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION

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MODULE 8
COMMUNICATION FOR
ACADEMIC PURPOSES
Studypool_MissyClaire
Understanding the Meaning of Academic Writing:
● Definition: Academic writing encompasses various forms of formal written work, such as
essays, book reports, abstracts, research papers, academic journals, theses, and
dissertations.
● Broad vs. Narrow Definition: Broadly, it refers to writing for academic requirements,
conferences, or publications. Narrowly, it's formal written work in an academic setting by
students, professors, and researchers across disciplines.
● Purpose: Academic writing produces or analyzes knowledge, requiring the writer to take
a position relevant to their degree program.

Knowing How Academic Writing is Done:


1. Choosing a Topic: Select a topic of interest that aligns with the assignment and time
constraints.
2. Considering Rhetorical Elements: Reflect on the purpose, audience, stance, tone, genre,
medium, and design relevant to the type of writing.
3. Generating Ideas and Text: Seek credible information from reliable sources, evaluating
the credibility of sources, especially when using self-publishing media like websites.
4. Organizing Ideas: Organize ideas based on rhetorical elements such as purpose, audience,
stance and tone, genre, and medium.
5. Writing a Draft: Consider the genre, medium, and design while deciding on the writing
style.
6. Revising, Editing, and Proofreading: Pay attention to language correctness, including
grammar, mechanics, and style.
7. Evaluating Your Work: Assess how well information is conveyed, the effectiveness of
strategies used, organization of ideas, documentation of data, and the use of visual
elements.

The Structure of Academic Texts:


● IMRD Structure: Introduction, Methods and Materials, Results, and Discussion, with
additional elements like aim, research questions, conclusion, and references.
● Aim: General purpose of the text, explaining the goal of the research.
● Research Questions: Specific questions that limit or specify the aim.
● Introduction: Highlights the importance of the aim, indicates gaps in knowledge, and
explains the benefits of discovering new information.
● Methods and Materials: Describes the procedures followed to achieve the aim and answer
research questions.
● Results: Presents objective results without interpretation.
● Discussion: Interprets results, analyzes their implications, and considers future research.
● Conclusions: General statements about the aim, results, implications, and the need for
further research.
● References: Cites all sources following the American Psychological Association (APA)
style.

Key Features of Academic Texts:


1. Literacy Narrative: A well-told story with vivid details and clear significance.
2. Article/Book Review: Includes a summary, attention to context, clear interpretation, and
support for conclusions.
3. Research Report: Focused topic, well-researched information, clear definitions, and
appropriate design.
4. Position Paper: Presents a clear and arguable position, supported by background
information, good reasons, and convincing evidence.
5. Abstract: Summarizes basic information with options like informative, descriptive, or
critical abstracts.
6. Evaluation: Provides a concise description, clearly defined criteria, a knowledgeable
discussion, a balanced assessment, and well-supported reasons.
7. Laboratory Report: Follows a specific structure with explicit sections like title, abstract,
purpose, methods, results, discussion, references, and appendices.
8. Literary Analysis: Involves an arguable thesis, careful attention to language, and
interpretation of patterns or themes.
9. Proposal: Addresses a well-defined problem, proposes a solution with convincing
arguments, and may include questions, a call for action, and an appropriate tone.

Formats of Research or Scholarly and Professional Reports:


● Research/Scholarly Report: Includes sections like title page, abstract, introduction,
methods and materials, results, discussion, references, and appendices.
● Professional Report: Contains sections like title page, table of contents, executive
summary, introduction, body of report, recommendations, and appendices.

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