Module 7: Developing Academic Writing Skills
The module focuses on developing essential academic writing skills necessary for success in IB English, including essay structure, logical organization, and effective integration of evidence. Key skills such as quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing are emphasized, alongside crafting a clear thesis statement and adhering to academic integrity to avoid plagiarism. The importance of proper referencing is underscored throughout the discussion.
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What we have learnt
- Effective academic writing relies on clear structure and logical organization.
- Integration of evidence is essential to support arguments in academic essays.
- Understanding and developing a strong thesis statement is crucial.
- Academic integrity involves proper citation to avoid plagiarism.
Key Concepts
- -- Essay Structure
- The organization of an essay into an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion to clearly convey the author's argument.
- -- Integrating Evidence
- The process of smoothly incorporating quotes, paraphrases, and summaries into writing to support claims.
- -- Thesis Statement
- A concise, arguable statement that presents the main argument or point of an essay.
- -- Academic Integrity
- The ethical code that entails honesty in scholarship, particularly avoiding plagiarism through proper citation.
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