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Program of Artificial Intelligence Engineering (English)

ENGL310

ENGLISH THROUGH ACADEMIC WRITING AND RESEARCH

Course Code
ENGL310
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. develop skills in writing academic texts in English.
  2. understand the fundamental principles of academic writing in English.
  3. learn how to construct clear and persuasive arguments in English.
  4. improve their critical reading and source evaluation skills in English.
  5. gain proficiency in using citation and referencing styles in English.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(ENGE199)
Recommended Optional Programme Components-
Course DescriptionThis course aims to develop students' academic writing and research skills in English. It focuses on the fundamental components of academic writing in English - text structure, argument development, use of sources, and citation. Students learn how to organize the information they encounter during the research process in English and how to transfer this information into written form in a linguistically and structurally appropriate manner. The course prepares students for advanced academic writing by emphasizing clarity, coherence, and academic style in written English.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Academic Writing, Characteristics of academic writing, Understanding different types of academic essays
2nd Week Introduction to Academic Writing, Characteristics of academic writing, Understanding different types of academic essays
3rd Week Academic Essay Structure, Writing clear thesis statements, Organizing essays into coherent paragraphs, Crafting effective introductions and conclusions
4th Week Academic Essay Structure, Writing clear thesis statements, Organizing essays into coherent paragraphs, Crafting effective introductions and conclusions
5th Week Research Skills in English, Conducting academic research, Finding and evaluating academic sources, Using libraries and online databases
6th Week Research Skills in English, Conducting academic research, Finding and evaluating academic sources, Using libraries and online databases
7th Week Citations and Referencing in English, Understanding different citation styles (APA, MLA), Properly citing sources to avoid plagiarism, Creating reference lists and bibliographies
8th Week MIDTERM EXAM
9th Week Citations and Referencing in English, Understanding different citation styles (APA, MLA), Properly citing sources to avoid plagiarism, Creating reference lists and bibliographies
10th Week Editing and Proofreading, Revising drafts for clarity and coherence, Grammar and punctuation review, Peer review and feedback
11th Week The Language of the Research Paper
12th Week Academic Language
13th Week Presenting your Research
14th Week Presenting your Research
Recommended or Required ReadingWriting Research Papers - From Essay to Research Papers, MacMillan Education
CDU Compiled Materials
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 5
Oral Exam 1 5
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework
Total Work Load0
Total Work Load / 30 (h)0
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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