ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES 2 (ENGL 112)

OVERVIEW

1. COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course builds to equip the students with basic skills in information searching, teach the students how to write essays and research papers using appropriate academic English language; introduce the APA style (formatting and referencing) to research papers and expand the students’ general knowledge of the world through reading of a higher level of internationally acclaimed literary classics.

2. REASON FOR THE COURSE

This course is to develop and strengthen the students’ ability to write English academic essays and research papers.  Advanced academic English language including grammar, structures, styles, tones, and mechanics are further applied to the development of more complex academic essays, and the APA format and referencing are used to ensure standard English and avoid plagiarism. In addition, this course includes high-level literary texts to expand the students’ vocabulary and general knowledge, and to develop their critical thinking skills.

3. STUDY HOURS

4. ROLE IN CURRICULUM

Prerequisite:
Successful completion of English for Academic Purposes I (ENGL 101) or English for Academic Purposes 1P (ENGL 101P) is a prerequisite for this course.  

SKILLS

  • LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • ASSESSMENT AND GRADING
  • ACHING METHODS
  • STUDY PLAN
  • TEXTBOOKS AND REFERENCES

5. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

 On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Knowledge Level of
Learning		 Related PLO
Describe the cultural practices (CK1)
Describe cultural practices in the selected classic literary texts.		 Understand PCIT3
Cognitive Skills Level of
Learning		 Related PLO
Use paraphrasing and quotation techniques (CC1)
Use summarizing, paraphrasing and direct quote techniques effectively to avoid plagiarism.		 Apply PCIT3
Apply correct APA Style (CC2)
Apply the APA Style to ensure appropriate in-text citations and reference list.		 Apply PCIT3
Write quality essays and research papers (CC3)
Write quality essays and research papers using the correct grammar, structures, mechanics, styles and tones following the academic language.		 Create PCIT3
Communication, Information Technology, and Numerical Skills Level of
Learning		 Related PLO
Use computer software and the Internet in writing (CCIT1)
Use computer software and the Internet to write essays and research papers.		 Apply PCIT2
Interpersonal Skills and Responsibilities Level of
Learning		 Related PLO
Work in a team (CIP1)
Work in a team responsibly and ethically.		  Characterize  PIP1

 

6. ASSESSMENT AND GRADING

Grades will be determined based on a grading score, calculated using the following assessments and score allocations:

SKILL CLO Assessment and Scoring Skill Weighting for Grade
Attendance Homework /Assignment In-Class Test Midterm Exam Research Paper
Describe the cultural practices (CK1)   50% 50%     10%
Use paraphrasing and quotation techniques (CC1)   25% 25%   50% 15%
Apply correct APA Style (CC2)         100% 15%
Write quality essays and research papers (CC3)   25%   25% 50% 40%
Use computer software and the Internet in writing (CCIT1)   50%   25% 25% 10%
Work in a team (CIP1) 100%         10%

 

7 ACHING METHODS

This course uses demonstrations, lectures and group work. Half of the class session focuses on literature text reading including tests (Google Form), assignments and homework (Google Doc.). Other half of the class session will be practicing on writing and peer reviewing; class demonstrations also include  discussion, reflections and presentation toward the literature text reading.

Assignment: During the course, there are several assignments:
Work Group: Individual
Output Format Writing
Language: English
Essay: The assignment will include one academic essay on a topic approved by the lecturer.
Research Paper: The research paper can be based on primary or secondary data or both on the topic and methodology approved by the lecturer. Assignment Rubric Link

8. STUDY PLAN

The course includes 30 lessons, each of which is 1.5 class hours. The total number of class hours is 45 per semester. The study plan below describes the number of lessons, lesson themes, the main teaching and learning activities, corresponding course learning outcomes, and learning assessments.

No Lesson Learning Outcomes Teaching (T), and Assessment (A) Methods
1

Introduction to the course

  1. Get to know each other (CIP1)
  2. Students express their expectations (CIP1)
  3. Understand the course specification (CIP1)
 Presentation
Whole class discussion
Diagnostic Test
2

Unit 1: Review of the Essay (pp 2-6)

  1. Describe the essay and research writing processes.(CC3)
  2. Recognize the format of an essay and a research paper.(CC3)
 Presentation
Group discussions
3

Unit 1: Review of the Essay (p 7)

Write a process essay on a specific topic. (CC3)

 Parallel writing
4

Unit 2: Choosing a Topic (pp 8-12)

  1. Select an appropriate topic for an essay and a research paper. (CC3)
  2. Differentiate between a persuasive and an expository essay. (CC3)
  3. Write a thesis statement (CC3)
 Brainstorming
Think-Pair-Share
Categorizing
Completion
5

Unit 2: Choosing a Topic (pp 13-14)

  1. Develop an essay outline. (CC3) 
  2. Write an expository or a persuasive essay. (CC3)
 Outlining and writing an essay
6

Unit 3: Peer review (pp 15-19)

  1. Identify the parts of an introduction and a conclusion (CC3)
  2. Use the correct verb forms in the essay. (CC2) 
  3. Provide useful and effective feedback on an essay. (CIP2)
 Reviewing an essay.
Pair discussion
7

Unit 3: Peer review (pp 20-23)

  1. Respond appropriately to peers’ questions or comments (CIP1).
  2. Revise your own essay and write a final draft. (CC3)
 Peer review practices
Revise the draft essay.
8

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Tell the main idea of the text.(CK1)
  2. Describe the setting and the main characters.(CK1)
 Skimming for the main idea.
Group discussion of the setting and the main characters.
Note: Test 1
9

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Identify the plots and themes. (CK1)

Ask and answer questions about the text
10

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Summarize the text. (CC1)
  2. Identify the moral/implication of the text. (CC1)
 Write a summary.
Reflection on the moral of the text.
11

Unit 4: Researching (pp 24-28)

  1. Identify various sources of information. (CCIT1)
  2. Effectively use online search techniques. (CCIT1)
  3. Select reliable sources. (CCIT1)
 Review the available sources online.
Present the findings to the class.
12

Unit 4: Researching (pp 29-30)

  1. Document the sources.(CCIT1)
  2. Collect at least 10 reliable sources for the research topic. (CCIT1)
 Practice finding information online.
13

Unit 5: Outlining (pp 31-36)

  1. Assess progress in research.(CCIT1)
  2. Improve vocabulary related to their research topics. (CC3)
  3. Use different outlining techniques.(CC3)
 Working with a partner.
Review the example outlines.
14

Unit 5: Outlining (pp 37-39)

  1. Organize the ideas for an expository or persuasive type of a research paper.(CC3) 
  2. Create an outline of the research paper.(CC3)
 Individual work: Making an outline on the approved topic
15

Unit 6: Avoid Plagiarism (pp 40-47)

  1. Define plagiarism and describe its consequences. (CC3) 
  2. Use quotation and paraphrasing techniques to avoid plagiarism.(CC1)
 Group discussion on plagiarism and academic consequences.
Practice quotation and paraphrasing techniques.
16

Unit 6: Avoid Plagiarism (pp 47-50)

  1. Use signal phrases to introduce the sources.(CC3)
 Group discussion
Note: Test 2
17 Review before Mid-term Exam  
18

Unit 7: The Language of the Research Paper (pp 51-56)

  1. Paraphrase sentences and paragraphs.(CC3)
  2. Use the correct grammar and sentence structures. (CC3)
 In pairs, completion, labeling, and sentence transformation
19

Unit 7: The Language of the Research Paper

  1. Make sentences in Active or Passive voice.(CC3)
  2. Use signal phrases, transitions, and punctuations.(CC3)
 Writing sentences and complete the worksheet
20

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Outline the main points (CK1)
  2. Retell the story (CK1
 Outlining
Story telling
21

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Explain the main themes of the story (CK1)
  2. Improve the vocabulary used in the text. (CK1
 Summarize the text and present it to the class.
22

Reading: Literature Text Level 4+

  1. Identify the moral of the text. (CK1)
  2. Write an essay to persuade the audience to agree or disagree with the writer’s opinion (CC3)
  3. Use quotations to support own arguments (CC1)

Group discussion of the moral Write an opinion paragraph.

 Note: Test 3
23

Unit 8: Writing the First Draft (pp 61-64)

  1. Assess thesis statements of different types (CC3)
  2. Write clear thesis statements on selected topics (CC3)
  3. Use source material to support writing (CCIT1)
  4. Write an introduction of the research paper. (CC3)
 Review the thesis statement
Individually write an introduction on the selected topic
24

Unit 8: Writing the First Draft (pp 65-66)

  1. Review the body paragraphs.(CC3)
  2. Write body paragraphs (CC3)
 Peer review
Practice writing body paragraphs on the approved topic.
25

Unit 8: Writing the First Draft (pp 67-68)

  1. Write a conclusion paragraph (CC3)
  2. Review the research paper.(CC3)
 Peer review the conclusion paragraph.
Revise your own research paper.
26

Unit 9: In-text Citation (pp 71-77)

  1. Use in-text citations and make a reference list. (CC2)
 In groups, compare in-text citations with reference lists.
27

Unit 10: Academic Language (pp 78-86)

  1. Select appropriate style and tone for academic work.(CC2)
  2. Refine your thesis statement (CC3)
  3. Make points stronger and more precise (CC3)
  4. Use hedging language to make claims and assertions more believable and accurate. (CC3)
 Completion, Matching and Classification of words and phrases
In pairs, revising a paragraph using appropriate academic language
28

Unit 11: Editing Your Paper (pp 87-93)

  1. Edit the final draft of your research paper using the correct grammar, sentence structures, mechanics, style and tone. (CC3)

In pairs, edit partner’s paper focusing on the APA style, correct grammar, structures, tone, and mechanics.

Note: Test 4
29

Unit 12: Presenting Your Research

  1. Presentation skills (CIP1)
  2. Improve the quality of the paper (CC3)
  3. Use the APA-style: format and referencing (CC2)
 Class presentations
Questions, comments, and revisions
30

Unit 12: Presenting Your Research

  1. Presentation skills (CIP1)
  2. Improve the quality of the paper (CC3)
  3. Use the APA-style: format and referencing (CC3)
 Class presentations
Questions, comments, and revisions
Total Hours: 45

9. TEXTBOOKS AND REFERENCES

Textbook

  1. Zemach, D. E., Broudy, D. and Valvona, C. (2020). Writing Research Papers: From Essay to Research Paper. Oxford: MacMillan Publishers. 

Literary Texts

Upon the lecturer’s choices

Supplementary Materials and References

  1. Keene, M. L. and Adams, K. H. (2006). Easy Access. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  2. Dollahite, N. E. and Haun, J. (2012). Source Work: Academic Writing from Sources (2nd ed.). 
  3. Lance, J. and Lange, E. (2012). Writing Clearly (6th ed.) 
  4. Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.).

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