What is Academic Text?

Academic text is a type of text or writing that is written by professionals in a given field

and is also intended for a scholarly audience. Language in academic texts must be formal and

contain words and terms specific to the field. The names and credentials of the authors must

be included in any type of academic text. A list of valid and reliable references must also be

included, indicating where the author obtained the information used in the article.

Academic writing is clear, concise, focussed, structured and backed up by evidence. Its

purpose is to aid the reader's understanding. It has a formaltone and style, but it is not

complex and does not require the use of long sentences and complicated vocabulary.

The most common purpose in academic writing is to explain some idea or research finding

and to persuade readers that your explanation or theory is the correct one.

To be a good academic writer, you will need to learn the specefic styles and structures for
your discipline, as well as for each individual writing task.

Literary Analysis
- Literary analysis means closely studying a text, interpreting its meanings, and exploring why
the author made certain choices.

A literary analysis is not merely a summary of a literary work. Instead, it is an argument
about the work that expresses a writer's personal perspective, interpretation,
judgment, or critical evaluation of the work.

Before beginning a literary analysis essay, it’s essential to carefully read the text and come
up with a thesis statement to keep your essay focused. As you write, follow the standard
structure of an academic essay:

 An introduction that tells the reader what your essay will focus on.
 A main body, divided into paragraphs, that builds an argument using evidence from the
text.
 A conclusion that clearly states the main point that you have shown with your analysis.

Research Paper
-an essay in which you explain what you have learned after exploring your topic in depth.
- a research paper is an essay in which you summarize the findings after a thorough
investigation of your subject.
-In a research paper, you include information from sources such as books, articles,
interviews, and Internet sites. You also use your own ideas, knowledge, and opinions.

Dissertation
- A dissertation is a long-form piece of academic writing based on original research
conducted by you. It is usually submitted as the final step in order to finish a PhD program.
Your dissertation is probably the longest piece of writing you've ever completed.

-Typically, a dissertation allows students present their findings in response to a question or

proposition that they choose themselves. The aim of the project is to test the independent research
skills students have acquired during their time at university, with the assessment used to help
determine their final grade.

As a general rule, your dissertation introduction should generally do the following things:
 Provide preliminary background information that puts your research in context.
 Clarify the focus of your study.
 Point out the value of your research (including secondary research).

Structure
- an important feature of academic writing. A well-structured text enables the reader to
follow the argument and navigate the text. In academic writing a clear structure and a
logical flow are imperative to a cohesive text.

It is important in academic writing becuase it helps to make your ideas clear, guides the
reader's comprehension and can strengthen your arguments. Some academic writing, such
as scientific reports, have a given structure or template.

Structured Writing has beginning, middle and end. It uses focussed paragraphs to develop
the argument.
 Create the overall structure.
 Arrange your points in a logical order.
 Write in structured paragraphs.
 Use signalling words in when writting.
 Revise, edit, and proofread your work.

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