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General
The theoretical course of lecture presents scientific research and academic essay writing. The students deal with a topic and question concerning their scientific field, and argue properly their opinion and thoughts based on research methodology, organized out-line and form, and all the rules required, avoiding plagiarism.
Cource content
The topic and sub-topics, research methodologies and approaches, supporting points, evidence, explanations, conclusions, reference styles and oral presentation are the content of this course.
Programme aims
The course seeks a proper approach to scientific research and writing as a basis of reasoning, understanding and forming the context of their essays.
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to
– Understanding the methods of scientific research
– Outline research questions. -Search, analyze and summarize their findings.
– Exercise literature research -Develop critical thinking.
– Obtain the cognitive background of their work.
– Use proper language.
– Link research ideas with expression and writing.
– Exercise team and individual work
-Exercise oral presentation of their work
Bibliography
Neumann, J. (2016). A Professor’s Guide to Writing Essays. Kindle Edition.
Bailey, S. (2015)(4th ed.). A Handbook for International Students. London; N. York: Routledge.
Murray, N. (2012). Writing Essays in English Language and Linguistics. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.