1、English Academic Writing About the content This book consists of six chapters.Each chapter comprises three parts which unfold the content from three different perspectives.The first part focuses the major steps of paper writing.The second part mainly talks about the relevant issues in paper writing.
2、The third part is concerned with the description methods.Table of ContentChapter One:IntroductionChapter Two:Research TopicChapter Three:Data Collection and EvaluationChapter Four:Writing Style Chapter Five:Paper Writing Chapter six:AbstractEnglish Academic WritingChapter 1:Introduction English Acad
3、emic WritingLead in:(1)Why do you engage in scientific research?(2)What are the types,the structure and the characteristics of academic paper?(3)What procedures do we follow in academic writing?(4)What does a definition mean?What does it usually consist of?Please list two or three simple examples.Ch
4、apter One:Introduction Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing Part Two:Procedures of Academic Writing Part Three:Definition Writing Chapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing1.Reasons to Engage in Scientific Research Personal interest to explore the world Solving practical problems Car
5、eer development Technological development Academic exchanges Academic evaluation Being forced toChapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing2.Basic Types of Academic Papers In accordance with a combination of the content,target,methods and other factors.v Argumentative papersv Descriptive p
6、apersv Academic Meeting/Research Reviewsv Book ReviewsChapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing Argumentative Papers Definition:Argumentative papers illustrate the authors views or opinions on an issue by discussions or descriptions,etc.They emphasize reasoning and strict logic;this nece
7、ssitates the use of concepts,analysis,synthesis,judgment,logic to analyze the problem,to reason and argue in order to clarify the point of view or reach a conclusion.Categories:(1)argumentative paper (2)refutation paperGo to mainChapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing Descriptive Paper
8、s Definition:Descriptive papers are also known as expository papers,which are mainly used to describe a natural phenomenon or a social phenomenon.E.g.:the causes and effects of certain ideas can be the object of analysis,description and explanation.Major types:(1)experimental reports (2)investigatio
9、n reports Go to main Chapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing Academic Meeting/Research Reviews Review papers include academic conference,seminar and research reviews.The review papers explored in this book refer to the research reviews of published literature.Definition:Review papers m
10、ainly summarize the results of research on a certain topic,in which the authors can add their own presentations and comments and express their personal views.The fundamental purpose is to introduce the latest developments in disciplines and provide the latest academic information and systemic academ
11、ic materials,thus having their own academic value.Types:1.In terms of span:(1)synchronic review (2)diachronic review 2.In accordance with scope:(1)thematic reviews (2)discipline reviews.Go to mainChapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing Book Reviews Definition:Book reviews introduce the
12、 main content and evaluate the books strengths and weakness.Types:(1)introductory book reviews (2)narrative-and-comment-balanced book review (3)comment-focused book reviewsGo to main Chapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing 3.Structure of an academic paper (1).(In accordance with the Mo
13、dern Language Association(MLA)format)Types of paperLibrary research Experimental researchCase study paperComponents Title page,Outline,Abstract,Main body,Notes(optional),Appendix,And references.Title,Abstract,Introduction,Methods and materials,Analysis of results,Discussion,Conclusions and reference
14、s.Title,Abstract,Introduction,Reports,Discussions,Conclusions and references.Chapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writing(2)(In terms of paper published in China or abroad)PapersPaper published in China Paper published abroad Components Chinese and English titles,Chinese and English abstrac
15、t,Chinese and English keywords,The body,References,Appendix,Information about the author.Title,Abstract,Introduction,The body,Conclusions and Recommendations,Acknowledgement,References,Appendix.Chapter One Part One:Introduction to Academic Writingv4.Characteristics of Academic Writing(1).Features on
16、 the lexical level Terminology Nominalization Abbreviation Use of single verbs(2).Features on the syntactical level Long complex sentence Simple-present tensev Passive voicev Non-finite verbs“atom,fungus”“radar”and “AIDS”.“investigate”for“look into”,“eliminate”for“get rid of”f”.Chapter One Part One:
17、Introduction to Academic Writing 5.Differences Between English and Chinese Academic PaperEnglish academic paperChinese academic paperStrict adherence to a particular style guide Loose adherence to styleMore empirical SubjectiveMore formalLess formal Top-down reasoning Spiral reasoningChapter One Par
18、t One:Introduction to Academic Writing 6.Distinction Between English Papers on the Arts and Science Go to main English paper on artEnglish paper on scienceDifferencesLow originality High originalitySecondary sourcesPrimary sourcesArgumentationDescriptionSubjectivity ObjectivitySimilarities Large-sca
19、le use of the passive voice Extensive use of long,complex sentencesChapter One Part Two:Procedures for Academic WritingProcedures:Step 1:Choice of Topic Step 2:Collection and Evaluation of Data Step 3:Development of Outline Step 4:Writing Step 5:Revision,Editing and References Step 6:Preparation of
20、Abstract Step 7:Preparation of Final DetailsGo to main Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing 1.Introduction:A definition is the meaning of a word or phrase.E.g.:“Art”is a visual object or experience consciously created as an expression of skill or imagination.Chapter One Part three:Definition Wr
21、iting 2.Structure of a Definition A definition consists of three elements:(1)the term itself,(2)the category the term belongs to,(3)the features of the term.Traditionally,a definition consists of the genus(the family)of thing to which the defined thing belongs,and the differentia(the distinguishing
22、feature which marks it off from other members of the same family).(Wikipedia,2009).E.g.:“Triangle”is defined as“a plane figure(genus)boundedby three straight sides(differentia).”Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing 3.Criteria of a Good Definition 1.Follow rules that have traditionally been give
23、n for definition.2.State the essential attributes of that which is defined.3.Give examples of usage.4.Avoid circularity.5.Must be neither too broad or too narrow nor leave out any appropriate information,nor include that which does not truly apply.6.Must not be obscure.7.Should not be stated in the
24、negative when it can be stated positively.E.g.:“Wisdom”should not be defined as“absence of folly”.Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing Activity 1:Do you think the following definitions are good ones?(1)A game is a sport.(2)Wisdom is the absence of folly.(3)Blindness is the absence of sight in a
25、 creature that is normally sighted.(4)Murder is an intended,unlawful and criminal act of one human killing another human without provocation or justification.Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing Key:(1)A game is an activity or a sport with rules in which people or teams compete against each oth
26、er.(2)Wisdom is the ability to make sensible decisions and give good advice because of the experience and knowledge that you have.(3)Good.(4)Good.Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing4.The Definition Essay Everett(2004)puts forward the following guidelines for writing a definition essay:(1).Make
27、 your essay personal,amusing,vigorous,stimulating,and memorable.(2).Choose a generic topic rather than a specific topic.Chapter One Part three:Definition Writing 5.Techniques for Definition Essays Supplementary Techniques used to clarify the topic in questions(Everett,2004):Analysis Classification C
28、omparison Details Examples and incidents Negation Origins and Causes Results,Effects and Uses Chapter One:Introduction Homework:Discuss in groups of three or four and provide your own definitions for the following terms.Then consult a dictionary to find their definitions.Literature,Coin,Culture,Dolp
29、hin Chapter One:IntroductionThank you Chapter One:Introduction Key to homework:(1)Literature:pieces of writing that valued as works of art,especially novel,plays and poems(in contrast to technical books and newspaper,magazines,etc.)(2)Coin:a small flat piece of metal used as money.(3)Culture:the cus
30、toms and beliefs,art,way of life and social organization of a particular country or group.(4)Dolphin:a sea animal(a mammal)that looks like a large fish with a pointed mouth.English Academic WritingChapter 2:Research Topic Chapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title Lead in:(1)Do you think the research topi
31、c is important?Why or why not?(2)When we choose a topic,what should we consider?(3)In groups of three or four,discuss the common methods to choose research topics.How do you usually choose your research topics?(4)Do you use tables and figures in academic papers?Why or why not?(5)What are the common
32、patterns for writing essays?Chapter Two:Research Topic Part One:Choosing a Topic Part Two:Tables and Figures Part Three:Cause and Effect Chapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 1.Introduction The importance of choosing a title is self-evident,it is the starting point of scientific research.Indicating t
33、he perspective,the direction and scale of the paper.Determining the academic value of scientific.Bearing on the success or failure of thesis writing.Chapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 2.Principles of Title Selection Value Principle Scientific Principle Innovative Principle Feasibility PrincipleCha
34、pter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 3.Methods for Choosing a TitleIn general,there are six main methods for choosing a research title.(1)Consult your professor or an expert(2)Participate in academic conferences and academic lectures(3)Select from puzzling problems(4)Read books and newspapers(5)Choose
35、from your own interests(6)Do literature reviewsChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 4.Ways to Narrow Down TitlesStep1:choosing a general topic Step2:narrowing it down to a smaller and more feasible topic.E.g.:Literature：Literary Criticism Literary Criticism at Cambridge Development of Literary Criti
36、cism at Cambridge Translation：Factors in Translation Cultural Factors in Translation Cultural Factors in Translation and Their TransferChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title Activity 1:In pairs or groups,please narrow down the following topics to more practical research topics:Language teaching Humani
37、ties Learning strategies Writing SyllabusChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title key:Language teaching:Competency-based approach in language teaching Competency-based approach in college-English teaching Humanities:Studies in the Humanities Studies in the Humanities in China Problems Young Chinese Face
38、 When Choosing Humanities Studies in a Business-Oriented Society Learning strategies:English learning strategies Affective strategy in English learning Writing Academic Writing The Process of Academic Writing Documentation in the Process of Academic Writing Syllabus:Syllabus comparison Syllabus comp
39、arison in college Syllabus comparison in college of ChinaChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 5.Purposes of a Title Attracting the readers attention Aiding in information retrieval Facilitating review and layoutChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title 6.Standards for Good Titles Generally speaking,the t
40、itle should be short,accurate,complete,self-contained,and convenient for retrieval;include key words;avoid inaccurate,vague and too-long expressions.(1)Accuracy E.g.Original title:Development and Exploration on Utilization of New Resources for the Countryside Revised title:Utilization of Marsh Gas f
41、or the CountrysideChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title (2)Brevity E.g.Original title:On the Addition to the Method of Microscopic Research by a New Way of Producing Color-Contrast Between an Object and Its Background or Between Definite Parts of the Object Itself Revised title:A New Way of Producing
42、 Color-Contrast in Microscopic ExaminationChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title (3)ClarityThe title should clearly reflect the subject of the paper.Title:Incorporation of a Non-Human Glycan Mediates Human Susceptibility to a Bacterial Toxin Conclude:This title from Nature magazine clearly reflects th
43、e objective,content and method of the paper.Chapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title Activity 2:Evaluate the following titles and decide whether they are feasible research topics according to the principles for a good title.(1)A Study on Chomskys Universal Grammar and Language Acquisition (2)Analysis of
44、 Interlanguage in Chinese College Students English Writing (3)Exploring Interlanguage of Chinese EFL Learners:Based on a Case Study of Error Analysis (4)A Study of Language Transfer in InterlanguageChapter TwoPart One:Choosing a Title Key:(1)too broad (2)feasible (3)feasible (4)too broad Chapter Two
45、Part One:Choosing a Title 7.Writing Formats for Titles Titles are usually written in the following three formats:All the letters of the title are capitalized;The first letter of each content words of the title is capitalized;The first letter of the title is capitalized.（The title assigned after the
46、paper is written should truly reflect the basic content and focus of the paper.The number of words in the title is also an important issue.Publishers usually limit the title to no more than fifteen words.Sometimes,when long titles cannot adequately express the content of the paper,then,a subtitle ap
47、proach can be adopted to supplement and clarify.）g o t o mainChapter TwoPart Two:Tables and Figures 1.Introduction In liberal arts or scientific papers,tables and illustrations are frequently used to help readers understand the content.Tables and figures are used as a more efficient way to convey in
48、formation than verbal description.Chapter TwoPart Two：Tables and Figures 2.TablesSome widely observed guidelines for the use of tables are:The table should be self-contained.A table is usually placed in a position near its relevant description.Provide each table with a number(Table 1,Table 2,etc.)an
49、d a title.The title should be clear,concise,complete and accurate.Try to use descriptive words,not abbreviated forms.There should be no punctuation at the end of the title.The title of a table or diagram most commonly follows the same three methods as given above for the paper title.Chapter TwoPart
50、Two：Tables and Figures The format of the column title.The first letter of the first word and proper nouns are capitalized,other words are in lowercase.There is no punctuation in column titles.If you use abbreviations,use common acronyms.Notes of table.To explain the column title,abbreviations,symbol
