Opinto-opas

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2-C1

Students are able
-to identify the characteristics of academic writing
-to demonstrate their proficiency in applying academic writing conventions
-to demonstrate their ability in critical thinking and analysis
-to demonstrate ability in collaborative situations
-to produce a 6-page academic paper in pairs or in groups of three.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course with deadlines. Students study the course materials independently and complete coursework. The instructor monitors the students' progress on the course Moodle.

The course emphasizes viewing writing as a process. Students write a text in drafts which are reviewed by peers and the instructor.

The required coursework includes videos, readings, quizzes and writing projects. Writing projects are completed individually.

Plagiarism and use of human or AI writing services is strictly prohibited.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No classes of any kind.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All of the material is available on or through Moodle.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

No alternative completion options.

Oppimisympäristö

Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The course is 3 credits, which translates to 81 hours of work. You are likely to sweat.

Sisältö

Principles, characteristics and conventions of academic writing.
Writing with purpose and to an audience.
Referencing.
Writing as a process.
Structure of academic papers (IMRaD).
CARS model for writing introductory sections.
Academic writing style and grammar, the use of reporting verbs.
Organization, coherence and cohesion.
Data commentary.
Learning project: writing a short academic paper.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

There are no prerequisites. Good command of written English is expected - CEFR level C1 recommended, level B2 minimum. Diligence is crucial.

Arviointimenetelmät

Tasks, quizzes, videos, peer assessment, and writing exercises.

Arviointiasteikko

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Arviointikriteerit: arviointiasteikko hyväksytty/hylätty

To pass, students must complete 1) a number of self-study components and 2) writing exercises following deadlines and criteria specific to each task.