The ability to communicate effectively in
English is essential for a researcher. A course on Academic Writing &
Research will help the learners on the academic writing skills to be prepared
for an academic or professional world. Readings and assignments cover major
components of academic writing, including genre-specific rhetorical
organization and styles, data commentaries, paraphrasing, summarization, and
citation.
COURSE DURATION This course will be three months long and
will be conducted in hybrid mode. The theory and practical sessions will
receive equal weightage. Course
Specific Outcomes: CO1:
Craft texts in different genres (e.g., summary, problem statement,
annotations, etc.). CO2: Produce an original academic research
paper in your field of studies. CO3: Practice analysis in written form
through synthesis of academic papers. CO4: Provide constructive feedback to
peers on their written work, and address issues identified by the instructor
and peers when revising one’s own written work. CO5: Correctly use the preferred citation
style (e.g., APA, MLA) in your field of studies. CO6: Use standard written English’s
conventions or grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Teacher: Sithara Balan
- Teacher: Dr Nimi Dev R