《writing 4 lesson 1》.ppt

* * * * * * * * * * Research = a “systematic approach to finding answers to questions” (Hatch Farhady, 1982) THEN STUDENTS WRITE QUESTION AND HIGHLIGHTS IN PAGE 5 IN WORKBOOK * * What are types of research What do I need to know and do * CHANGE TO SUIT BOOK PAGES 6 TO 9 * * CONSOLIDATION TASK * * * * * 1. text language, qq, western movie language 4. brand names, advertising, avoiding offence, 2, * EXAMPLE * * * WRITING 4 Course Introduction Unlike previous semesters there is one main focus Understanding how to write a research paper Learning is even more autonomous COURSE DETAILS Attendance Other requirements Course materials Syllabus Tentative topics of interest Grouping based on interest Attendance Absence -1 point for each absence, including with leave-notes after 2 absences. Lateness -1 point for each 2 lateness. Course Workbook Each student must complete all classroom and homework tasks in one dedicated 250x180 mm or A4 thin workbook. The workbook must have their student number, Chinese and English name clearly on the top right of front cover. -1 point if workbook isn’t brought to a class, or if any tasks haven’t been completed (in addition to the -1 for prior non-attendance, if applicable) Plagiarism -10 points if a student or students are reasonably suspected of copying from another student, or from another source such as online(without legitimate and referenced use). -20 points if this is repeated, together with a meeting with your class supervisor. Course Syllabus Understanding research Choosing a research Topic Asking good questions Making a good topic statement Finding relevant literature Preparing a working bibliography Summarizing major literature support Avoiding plagiarism Making methods decisions Aligning methods with RQs Handling research design issues Outlining a research proposal (1) Outlining a research proposal (2) Finalizing research plan and timeline Documenting resources Evaluating sample papers Topic Literature