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English Composition (II)(2)

Offered in 113-2
  • Notes
    The course is conducted in English。
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  • Course Description
    The course will train students in writing an academic journal research paper. It will begin with an introduction to academic English and cover the structural framework of each section of an academic paper (IMRD). Students will also be trained on how to make an oral presentation of a research paper. The course content includes: 1. Features of Academic Writing 2. The Moves and Steps in Research Papers 3. Summaries and Literature Reviews 4. Writing Abstracts 5. Academic Presentation Skills Course Levels: English Composition (Ⅰ) (1):Paragraphs to Essays English Composition (Ⅰ) (2):Essays English Composition (ⅠI)(1):Essays English Composition (ⅠI)(2):Reaserch Papers
  • Course Objective
    1. Critically evaluate and analyze a variety of texts for academic purposes. 2. Recognize the moves and steps in constructing research papers. 3. Identify features of academic writing and apply the knowledge to their own writing. 4. Make effective written and oral presentations of one’s own research.
  • Course Requirement
    1. Students are required to attend all classes. No more than three excused absences are permitted. 2. Active participation in class discussions is required. 3. Late assignments will not be accepted. 4. No plagiarism. A grade of “0” may be earned for plagiarism or other forms of dishonesty.
  • Expected weekly study hours after class
    2-3 hours
  • Office Hour
    *This office hour requires an appointment
  • Designated Reading
    Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. (2012). Academic Writing for Graduate Students (3rd ed.). Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Press.
  • References
    1. Gillett, A., Hammond, A., & Martala, M. (2009). Inside Track: Successful Academic Writing. Person Education Limited. 2. Hamp-Lyons, L., & Heasley, E. (2006). Study Writing. Cambridge University Press. 3. Neugebeuren, R.H. (2005). The Student’s Guide to Writing Economics. London, Routledge. 4. Powell, Mark. (2002). Presenting in English: How to Give Successful Presentations. Boston, MA: Thomson-Heinle. 5. Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. (2009). Abstracts and the Writing of Abstracts. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Press. 6. Weissberg, R., & Buker, S. (1990). Writing Up Research. London: Prentice Hall.
  • Grading
    40%

    Assignments

    Paper Analysis, Research Paper (Introduction), Abstract

    20%

    Midterm Exam

    Task1: Identifying Features of Academic Writing Task 2: Move Analysis - Introduction Section

    20%

    Participation

    Attendance, In-class Exercises, and Group Discussions

    20%

    Oral Presentation

    3-Minute Thesis Oral Presentation

  • Adjustment methods for students
    Adjustment MethodDescription
    Teaching methods

    Assisted by video

    Assignment submission methods

    Mutual agreement to present in other ways between students and instructors

    Exam methods

    Written (oral) reports replace exams

    Others

    Negotiated by both teachers and students

  • Course Schedule