CEVRO:d163562 Academic Writing - Course Information

d163562 Academic Writing

CEVRO University
spring 2024

Extent and Intensity

24/24/0. 7 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Taught in person.

Teacher(s)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Mon 17:00–18:20 Učebna 203, Mon 18:30–19:50 Učebna 203

d163562/cviceni: No timetable has been entered into IS.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives (in Czech)

The course Academic Writing covers various skills and concepts essential for successful writing in higher education.

Syllabus (in Czech)

Development of Argumentation: Students will learn how to build a solid and logical argument supported by relevant evidence and examples.
Structure and Organization: Students should understand the basic structure of academic texts, including the introduction, main body, and conclusion. They should also comprehend how to organize ideas and arguments effectively.
Working with Sources: How to search for, evaluate, and use various sources, including books, articles, and online resources.
Proper Citation and Referencing: Students should be familiar with different citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) and correctly cite from various sources.
Academic Language and Style: How to write formally and academically, emphasising appropriate vocabulary, style, and tone.
Ethics of Writing: Emphasis on the ethical aspects of writing, including responsible citing, preventing plagiarism, and adhering to academic standards.
Presentation and Defense: How to prepare a presentation or defence for a written work.
The course allows students to develop these skills and prepares them for successful academic writing.

Language of instruction

English

Further Comments

Study Materials

The course is also listed under the following terms summer 2020, spring 2021, spring 2022, spring 2023.