Practical English: Module 3 - Academic Writing Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Practical English: Module 3 - Academic Writing
Module code: W1-FA-KJ-S1-P1-TA-3
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
The module focuses on further deepening of students’ knowledge and practical skills in composing longer academic texts, including the BA diploma paper. Apart from written exercises in formulating coherent and convincing argumentation as well as in academic style, the module introduces students to the elements of research required in academic papers (research question, thesis, bibliography, quotations and footnoting). Additionally, it makes students aware of the dangers of plagiarism, also unintended plagiarism, and assists them further in the development of paraphrasing and summarizing skills.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the module Practical English: Module 2
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
understands and respects cultural differences in academic exchange and acknowledges the diversity of English as an international means of academic communication shaped by the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of its users. [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_K1]
 FA1_K02 [2/5] FA1_K04 [2/5]
can effectively and correctly use academic style for the purposes of writing in English. [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_U1]
 FA1_U09 [3/5] FA1_U12 [3/5] FA1_U13 [2/5]
has the skill of correctly documenting research and of using sources according to the standards of academic enquiry. [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_U2]
 FA1_U06 [3/5] FA1_U09 [3/5] FA1_U14 [3/5] FA1_U17 [2/5]
is familiar with the phenomena of language register (functional style) and of the discursive community; displays knowledge of academic writing with its structural and linguistic characteristic features. [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_W1]
 FA1_W02 [1/5] FA1_W03 [2/5] FA1_W07 [1/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written assignments [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_w_1]
Continuous assessment of students’ writing skills based on texts written at home or in class.
 KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_K1 KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_U1 KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_U2 KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_W1
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
practical classes [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA3_fs_1]
The instructor provides students with materials and comments that frame their analysis and production of written academic texts. The analysis includes looking at argumentative structures and formal academic apparatus. Students also write their own texts.
 30
Preparation for classes through becoming acquainted with materials discussed in class or assigned for analysis at home as well as through writing assigned academic essays. Participation in consultations with the instructor.
 45 Written assignments [KJ-S1PNJ3-TA-3_w_1]
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