Academic Writing and Research

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About Course

Welcome to the Academic Writing and Research Course! This course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for effective academic writing and research.

You will learn how to:

  • Structure academic papers,
  • Conduct thorough research, and
  • Present your findings with clarity and professionalism.

What Will You Learn?

  • Fundamentals of academic writing and its key formats.
  • Effective research strategies to find credible sources.
  • Proper referencing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) and avoiding plagiarism.
  • Practical use of writing tools for drafting, editing, and citations.
  • How to write research proposals, collect data, and disseminate findings.
  • Insights into AI’s role in academic writing.
  • Preparing for proposal defense and presenting research effectively.

Course Content

Introduction to Academic Writing
This lesson introduces the basics of academic writing, including key terms, types of academic papers, and their importance in research and communication. You will also explore essential tools that support academic writing, such as reference managers and grammar checkers. 

  • Definition of Key Terms
  • Types of Academic Papers
  • Importance of Academic Writing
  • Tools Needed in Academic Writing
  • Checkpoint Questions

Academic Writing Formats
In this module, you are going to learn about the structure and requirements of common academic writing paper formats, including APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles. You’ll explore key components such as cover pages, abstracts, introductions, body sections, conclusions, and reference lists, along with their formatting rules. This knowledge will help you structure your work effectively and meet academic standards.

Academic Research Strategies

Referencing and In-Text Citations

Writing Tools

Plagiarism

AI in academic writing

Writing a Proposal

Data Collection and Research

Proposal Defense and Data Dissemination

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