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English as a Second Language - Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills

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Book Synopsis: Like its predecessor, the third edition of Academic Writing for Graduate Students explains understanding the intended audience, the purpose of the paper, and academic genres; includes the use of task-based methodology, analytic group discussion, and genre consciousness-raising; shows how to write summaries and critiques; features Language Focus sections that address linguistic elements as they affect the wider rhetorical objectives; and helps students position themselves as junior scholars in their academic communities.

Among the many changes in the third edition:

  • newer, longer, and more authentic texts and examples
  • greater discipline variety in texts (added texts from hard sciences and engineering)
  • more in-depth treatment of research articles
  • greater emphasis on vocabulary issues
  • revised flow-of-ideas section
  • additional tasks that require students to do their own research
  • more corpus-informed content
  • binding that allows the book to lay flat when open. The Commentary (teacher's notes and key) (978-0-472-03506-9) has been revised expanded.

Details

Are you a graduate student struggling to improve your academic writing? Look no further! Introducing the third edition of "Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills" - your comprehensive guide to honing your writing skills and positioning yourself as a junior scholar. This edition is packed with new, longer, and more authentic texts and examples, providing you with a diverse range of discipline-specific content for a well-rounded learning experience. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource that will elevate your writing to the next level.

Master the art of writing research articles with the enhanced focus on this essential genre. In the third edition, we delve deeper into the intricacies of research articles, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in your academic community. The incorporation of task-based methodology, analytic group discussion, and genre consciousness-raising ensures that you not only understand the intended audience and purpose of your paper, but also develop a thorough understanding of different academic genres. This holistic approach guarantees the highest quality of academic writing.

Language plays a crucial role in effective communication, and we recognize its significance in academic writing. Our Language Focus sections address linguistic elements that impact the wider rhetorical objectives, allowing you to harness the power of language to convey your ideas effectively. Moreover, our emphasis on vocabulary issues ensures that you expand your repertoire of academic language, enabling you to express complex concepts with precision and clarity.

As a graduate student, conducting research is an integral part of your journey. The third edition of "Academic Writing for Graduate Students" introduces additional tasks that require you to undertake your own research, empowering you with the skills to independently explore and analyze information. With corpus-informed content, you can rest assured that you are learning from the best academic sources, making this book your ultimate companion in mastering academic writing.

Don't settle for anything less - choose the third edition of "Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills." Our commitment to your growth and success is evident in the binding that allows the book to lay flat when open, enhancing convenience and ease of use. Your journey to becoming a skilled academic writer starts here. Get your copy today!

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