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Introduction to Academic Writing
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 16 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة O.P. Jindal Global University
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Welcome to the Introduction to Academic Writing course! By the end of this course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of reading and writing as essential skills to conduct robust and critical research. This course introduces you to critical reading and writing skills within the conventions of academic writing. In this course, you will learn to effectively communicate your research questions and findings to an interested audience using reading and writing skills. With writing being an important method of thinking, you will learn how the practice of writing allows you to arrive at complex insights about your research area and develop your arguments systematically. This course focuses on the process of developing an argument through the examination of claims and evidence. It also familiarizes you with the structure of academic writing, which will help you better grasp the process of reading academic articles and writing your research. Through a mix of presentations and practice questions, this course provides you with a solid foundation for approaching the process of critical reading and writing in your respective disciplines. It will also cover other writing genres that are relevant to you, including writing for popular media and policy briefs, allowing you to explain how the writing process differs in these areas.

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Course Introduction

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Meet Your Instructor
  • Course Introduction

1 Readings

  • Course Overview

Introduction to Academic Writing

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Introduction to Academic Writing

2 Videos

  • A Brief Introduction to Academic Writing
  • Getting Started: Reading Abstract, Introduction, and Methodology

Building an Argument: The Core of Academic Writing

    • 3 Videos
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  • Building an Argument: The Core of Academic Writing

3 Videos

  • Identifying Claims and Evidence
  • Understanding and Deriving Claims
  • Providing Evidence: Quotes, Examples, and Citations

Structure of an Academic Paper

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Assignment

  • Structure of an Academic Paper

1 Videos

  • Conclusion and Overview of an Academic Paper

1 Readings

  • Essential Reading: Introduction to Academic Reading and Writing

Peer-Review Assignments

    • 2 PeerReview
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2 Peer Review

  • Determine the Core of Academic Writing
  • Synthesize Claims and Evidence in Academic Writing

Understanding the Literature Review in Research

    • 1 Videos
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  • Understanding the Literature Review in Research

1 Videos

  • Understanding the Literature Review

Skills to Build a Literature Review

    • 3 Videos
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1 Assignment

  • Skills to Build a Literature Review

3 Videos

  • How to Summarize an Article or Argument
  • Organizing Your Material and Building an Annotated Bibliography
  • Making Connections and Building a Narrative

Referencing and Citation

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Assignment

  • Referencing and Citation

2 Videos

  • Referencing and Citation
  • In-Text Citations and Building List of References

1 Readings

  • Essential Reading: Literature Review and Referencing

Graded Quiz

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1 Assignment

  • Graded Quiz: Literature Review and Referencing

Writing in Popular Media

    • 3 Videos
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  • Writing in Popular Media

3 Videos

  • Writing for Popular Media
  • Working with a Sample Editorial
  • Guidelines for Writing a Blog Post

Writing Policy Briefs

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Writing Policy Briefs

2 Videos

  • Writing Policy Briefs: Structure and Guidelines
  • Working with a Sample Policy Brief

1 Readings

  • Essential Reading: Writing Policy Briefs and Writing for Popular Media

Peer-Review Assignments

    • 2 PeerReview
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2 Peer Review

  • Analyze the Core of an Editorial Essay
  • Explain and Analyze Policy Briefs

Initial Steps of Dissertation Writing

    • 3 Videos
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  • Initial Steps of Dissertation Writing

3 Videos

  • Stages of Writing a Dissertation
  • How to Find Relevant Research Material
  • Arriving at a Research Question

Writing the Main Body of the Dissertation

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  • Writing the Main Body of the Dissertation

1 Videos

  • Analysis of Data and Chapterization

Writing a Journal Article

    • 1 Videos
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  • Writing a Journal Article

1 Videos

  • Guidelines for Writing a Journal Article

1 Readings

  • Essential Reading: Dissertation Writing

Graded Quiz

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Graded Quiz: Dissertation Writing

1 Readings

  • Course Wrap-Up

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Embark on a journey to master the essentials of academic communication with the "Introduction to Academic Writing" course. This foundational program is designed for individuals keen on developing their critical reading and writing skills, essential for conducting thorough and impactful research. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, this course delves into the intricacies of academic writing, teaching you how to effectively communicate your research questions and findings to an engaged audience. You will explore the importance of writing as a tool for thinking, allowing you to formulate complex insights and systematically develop your arguments. The curriculum emphasizes constructing arguments through the examination of claims and evidence and familiarizes you with the structure of academic writing. This knowledge will enhance your ability to read academic articles with a critical eye and produce well-structured research papers. Additionally, you will gain exposure to other relevant writing genres, such as writing for popular media and policy briefs, and understand the nuances of these different writing processes. The course spans 960 minutes of comprehensive content, including a mix of presentations and practice questions, ensuring a robust learning experience. Subscription options include Starter and Professional plans, catering to different learner needs and preferences. Ideal for those at the foundational level of their academic journey, this course provides a solid platform to hone your critical reading and writing skills, paving the way for academic and professional success. Join now and transform your approach to academic research and writing!

Madhura Lohokare
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Madhura Lohokare