Brainstorming on Academic Writing Challenges and Supports

What is the main focus of the research conducted by Gupta et al.?

• Academic writing challenges faced by EAL doctoral students

• The effectiveness of online learning platforms

• The impact of social media on education

• The role of technology in classroom education

Which group of students was primarily studied in this research?

• International doctoral students

• Undergraduate students

• High school students

• Part-time students

What percentage of doctoral students felt they needed to improve their academic writing skills?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%

What was the most common area of difficulty reported by doctoral students?

• Organization of sentences

• Writing process

• Developing content/ideas

• Use of grammar

What method was used to collect data from participants?

• Interviews only

• Focus groups only

• Online surveys and focus groups

• Observational studies

Which software was used for qualitative data analysis in the study?

• SPSS

• Qualtrics

• NVivo

• Excel

What type of training do students suggest should be integrated into their programs?

• Cultural sensitivity training

• Technical training

• Discipline-specific academic writing training

• General education training

What was a common reason for students not seeking academic writing support?

• Preference for self-study

• Fear of criticism

• Unawareness of available services

• Lack of time

What did faculty supervisors report as a common challenge for EAL students?

• Poor attendance

• Lack of motivation

• Difficulty in grammar and logical organization

• Inadequate research skills

What type of feedback do students prefer from their supervisors?

• General comments

• Highlighting errors and providing specific guidance

• Verbal feedback only

• No feedback at all