EAPP Module 1

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES

Reading Academic Text

​Objectives

• ​Differentiate language used in academic texts from various disciplines

• Use knowledge of text structure to glean the information he/she needs

​Self Checklist

Instructions:

Read the following statement. Each statement talks about knowledge, skills, and experiences in writing. Indicate how much you agree with each of the statements by answering yes, maybe, or no.

Poll

I know how to present information that is

substantial and relevant to the topic.

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I know the various language styles that can be

used in writing.

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I know how to cite sources and create a reference

list.

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I know how to present my writing with little or no grammar lapses.

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I know the rules in subject-verb agreement.

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I know how to write logical sequence of ideas.

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I know how to use transitional words in writing.

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I know how to use outlining in writing a text.

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I know how to summarize a text.

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I know how to paraphrase a text.

Key Points​

​Learning appropriate reading strategies would facilitate a better understanding of academic texts, which in turn would allow you to construct well-informed, well-argued, and well-written academic texts.

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• ​Academic Text and Non-academic Text

• ​The major types of academic and professional papers

• ​The structures of an academic text

​Which of the following best describes the given statements?

Multiple Choice

It is a text written for the mass public and can be written by anyone.

• Academic Text

• Non-academic Text

Multiple Choice

It is where the main ideas are explained and developed.

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

Multiple Choice

This type of academic paper objectively and subjectively reacts and evaluates concepts or phenomena.

• Reaction Paper

• Report

• Position Paper

Multiple Choice

This type of academic paper narrates technically observed phenomena.

• Reaction Paper

• Concept Paper

• Report

Multiple Choice

It is where the central and the main ideas and arguments are previewed.

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

Note:

You will learn further about the other structures on your subject Reading and Writing Skills.

​Types of Academic Text

Informative Text - ​These are used by authors to provide information about a particular topic. Examples are technical reports like research reports, laboratory reports, feasibility reports, case study reports, etc.

​Types of Academic Text

Persuasive Text - ​ used to convince readers to agree with the author’s perspective. Reading this type of academic text improves critical thinking, promotes research skills to validate arguments, and encourages readers to perform an action aligned with the writer’s objectives. Examples are position papers and concept papers among others.

​Types of Academic Text

Entertainment Text - ​ It is a text that speaks for itself. They are designed to entertain, amuse, inspire, encourage, and spread good vibes among the readers. Examples are anecdotes, personal experiences, and speeches of this kind.

​Guidelines in using Language in Academic Writing

1. ​Use complex sentences and sentence structures.

2. ​Maintain formality.

3. ​Always be accurate.

4. ​Remain objective.

• ​You must remember that when writing for the disciplines, you need to know the language that particular discipline uses. For a more thorough discussion, check the style guides your discipline follows:

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1. ​The Chicago Manual of Style (business, history, and fine arts)

2. ​MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (humanities)

3. ​Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (education, social sciences, and sciences)

​PROBING INTO HEALTH-PERTURBED ASSUMPTIONISTS’ MEDICALLY-ASSOCIATED INTERNET BROWSING HABITS: ITS INFLUENCE AND EFFECTS ON THEIR WELL-BEING

​Abstract

​The grounds for making this in-depth qualitative research is to present the byproducts and impact of seeking medical-related facts and advice, delivered through the Internet, to the intellect and overall well-being of Assumptionists. The researchers sought the characteristics that fitted the criterion to provide the information necessary to this research. Probing into the respondents' perspectives, the researchers saw how it is to be living as a health-perturbed person unto our cyber-filled world today.

​CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES OF YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS IN PAMPANGA

​Abstract

Young entrepreneurs will face challenges and successes while having a business. The objective of this phenomenological research is to determine the obstacles and successes of young entrepreneurs. The researchers interviewed 7 participants around Pampanga using online platforms with purposive, non-probability sampling. After, researchers analyzed, coded, and themed the data gathered. Thus, they concluded three things. COVID-19, primarily lockdowns, remains to be the biggest challenge that young entrepreneurs face. On the brighter side, promoting, and selling in demand products turned out to be their biggest success factor. The participants suggest that having a positive mindset is the best way to deal with every challenge and success that every young entrepreneur encounters along the way. The researchers recommend aspiring entrepreneurs to follow these factors and gain knowledge about people with experiences.

​Was the abstract easy to understand? Why or why not?

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Generalization / Take away

In this day and age where students are expected to be “globally competitive”, excellent communication skills in English for academic and professional purposes are now imperative. Putting your thoughts and arguments into writing and implementing critical reading are necessary skills that you must possess as a young writer of academic papers.