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The sixth edition of this popular book has been written to help international students succeed in writing essays and reports for their English-language academic courses. Thoroughly revised and updated in a streamlined format, it is designed to let readers find the support they need easily, both in the classroom and for self-study.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction for Students Introduction for Tutors and Lecturers British English vs. American English in Writing - a short guide Using Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools at University Understanding Abbreviations Academic Writing Quiz Writing Process Diagram Part 1: The Writing Process 1.1 Writing Basics 1.2 Understanding Essay Questions and the Planning Process 1.3 Reading: Finding Suitable Sources 1.4 Reading: Developing Critical Approaches 1.5 Finding Key Points and Note-making 1.6 Summarising and Paraphrasing 1.7 References and Quotations 1.8 Avoiding Plagiarism 1.9 Contrasting Sources 1.10 Organising Paragraphs 1.11 Introductions and Conclusions 1.12 Editing and Proofreading Progress Check 1 Part 2 Elements of Writing 2.1 Comparisons 2.2 Definite Articles 2.3 Examples 2.4 Nouns and Adjectives 2.5 Numbers 2.6 Passives 2.7 Prepositions 2.8 Punctuation 2.9 Singular or Plural? 2.10 Time Markers 2.11 Verbs and Adverbs 2.12 Visual Information Progress Check 2 Part 3 Writing Models 3.1 Literature Reviews 3.2 Case Studies 3.3 Longer Papers 3.4 Reports
Über den Autor / die Autorin
Stephen Bailey has taught English for Academic Purposes to international students in the UK at the University of Nottingham and Derby University. Previously he taught English to students in Barcelona, Tokyo, Johor Bahru and Prague. His other books include Academic Writing for International Students of Business, Academic Writing for University Students, and The Essentials of Academic Writing for International Students, all published by Routledge.
Zusammenfassung
The sixth edition of this popular book has been written to help international students succeed in writing essays and reports for their English-language academic courses. Thoroughly revised and updated in a streamlined format, it is designed to let readers find the support they need easily, both in the classroom and for self-study.
