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1. Introduction to EAPP - Academic Texts.pptx
- 1. ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES JESSA MAEN.SARDAN Faculty, USTP-SHS
- 2. PRESENT AT IO NOUT LINE INTRODUCTION OBJECTIVES LEARNING COMPETENCIES DISCUSSION/ ACTIVITIES
- 3. INTRODUCTION Overview of the course -one of the applied subjects offered in the Senior High School -entails much
- 4. LEARNING COMPETENCIES Differentiates language used inacademic texts from various disciplines Uses knowledge of text structure to glean the information he/she needs (CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-la-c-4)
- 5. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Define whatis an academic text. Differentiate academic text from the non-academic text; academic writing from professional writing Identify the language used in academic text
- 6. Four Basic LanguageSkills Listening Speaking Reading Writin g
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- 14. WHAT IS AN ACADEMICTEXT ? Academic text is defined as critical, objective, specialized text written by experts or professionals in a given field using formal language
- 15. EXAMPLES OF ACADEMIC TEXT RESEARCHPAPER uses outside information to support a thesis or make an argument LITERARY ANALYSIS examines, evaluates, and makes an argument about a literary work
- 16. EXAMPLE OF ACADEMIC WRITING THESIS Astatement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved. DISSERTATION is a document submitted at the conclusion of a PhD program
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- 18. LANGUAGE USED IN ACADEMICTEXT FROM VARIOUS DISCIPLINES Formal language is used in Academic Text Avoid using colloquial or jargon words Avoid Hifalutin words Language used must be in Layman's Terms
- 19. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 1.FORMALITY - your dignified stance in writing -avoid colloquial words or expressions WAYS TO ACHIEVE FORMALITY 1.choosing expanded forms over contracted forms Ex: don't - do not, shouldn't -
- 20. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 2.Choose one-word verbs over two-word verbs Ex: mess- up -ruin/damage lookup to - admire get away -escape 3.Avoid using abbreviations Ex: tom- tomorrow
- 21. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 2. OBJECTIVITY the focus of the information is on the topic rather than the writer himself/herself. WAYS TO ACHIEVE OBJECTIVITY 1 . Avoid using Personal pronouns Ex: I, you, my , we, me, mine
- 22. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 2.Avoid rhetorical questions - academic texts aim to inform 3.Avoid emotive language that shows biases Ex: The police investigators were shocked to see the results of the test.
- 23. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 3. EXPLICITNESS The clarity of writing structure -clear and precise - using clear conjunctions and other connectors
- 24. FOUR FEATURES OFA LANGUAGE 4. CAUTION The careful attention to avoid sweeping generalization -no hasty generalization Ex: Government officials are corrupt.
- 25. REMEMBER: TO BE AGOOD ACADEMIC WRITER, YOU NEED TO LEARN THE SPECIFIC STYLES AND STRUCTURES OF YOUR DISCIPLINE
- 26. SOME ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES Business Social studies Humanities Natural andApplied Sciences Medicine
- 27. REMEMBER: A WELL- STRUCTUREDTEXT ENABLES THE READER TO FOLLOW THE ARGUMENT AND NAVIGATE THE TEXT
- 28. THREE-PART ESSAY STRUCTURE IMRAD STRUCTURE TWOCOMMON STRUCTURES OF ACADEMIC TEXT 1. 1.
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- 30. INTRODUCTION Its purpose isto clearly tell the reader the topic, purpose, and structure of the paper . Write your introduction after you know both your overall point of view( if it is persuasive paper) and the whole structure of your
- 31. BODY -What is thetopic about? -The largest part of the essay . It may elaborate directly on the topic sentence by giving definitions, classifications, explanations,contrasts,
- 32. CONCLUSION "mirror image of theintroduction" If the introduction begins with general information and ends with specific information, the conclusion moves in the opposite direction.
- 33. CONCLUSION It begins bybriefly summarizing the main scope or structure of the paper It ends with a more general statement about how this topic relates to its context
- 34. CONCLUSION It begins bybriefly summarizing the main scope or structure of the paper It ends with a more general statement about how this topic relates to its context
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- 36. The Introduction usually depictsthe background of the topic and the central focus of the study. The Methodology lets your readers know your data collection methods,research instrument employed, sample size and so on.
- 37. Results and Discussion statesthe brief summary of the key findings or the results of your study.
- 38. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Don'thesitate to ask any questions!
Editor's Notes
- #8 Answer: Book Review
- #9 Answer: Reaction Paper
- #10 Answer: Thesis
- #11 Answer: Research
- #12 Answer: Technical
- #13 Answer: Formal Language
- #14 hat is an Academic Text? An academic text is a piece of writing that is: Formal – uses proper grammar and avoids slang. Informative – gives clear information, explanations, or arguments. Evidence-based – often uses facts, examples, or references. Purposeful – meant to teach, inform, or argue a point. In short, it’s writing that is serious, structured, and used for learning or research. Examples relatable to Grade 11 students: Type of Academic TextExample / Relatable ExplanationEssayA report about climate change, your favorite book, or a historical event.Research PaperA mini-project about pollution in your town or a science experiment report.ArticleA magazine article that explains a scientific discovery or a social issue.ReviewA critique of a novel, movie, or a school project.ReportA lab report in science class or a social studies fieldwork report.
- #15 Literary analysis is examining and interpreting a piece of literature—like a novel, short story, poem, or play—to understand: How it works – how the story is told, the techniques the author uses. What it means – the themes, messages, or lessons in the text. Why it matters – the effect on the reader and why the author wrote it that way. In short, it’s digging deeper into a text instead of just summarizing the story. Literary devices used: symbols, similes, metaphors, irony, imagery.
- #16 1. Thesis Level: Usually written for a master’s degree (sometimes for undergrad honors). Purpose: To show understanding of existing knowledge and your ability to analyze and discuss a topic. Focus: Often shorter than a dissertation, focuses on reviewing and interpreting existing research. Example: A master’s thesis on “The effects of social media on teen study habits.” 2. Dissertation Level: Usually written for a doctoral (PhD) degree. Purpose: To produce original research and contribute new knowledge to a field. Focus: Much longer and deeper, involves extensive research, experiments, or fieldwork. Example: A PhD dissertation developing a new teaching method to improve English writing skills in high school students.
- #17 1. Formal Meaning: Uses proper grammar, complete sentences, and avoids slang or casual language. 2. Objective (Impersonal) Meaning: Focuses on facts, evidence, and logical reasoning rather than personal opinions. Uses neutral language. 3. Technical Meaning: Uses specialized vocabulary, terms, or concepts related to a specific field or subject.
- #18 Colloquial Words Casual, everyday language. Used when talking with friends. Example: “gonna” (going to), “cool” (good). Jargon Words Specialized words for a certain field or profession. Used by experts to communicate clearly. Example: “algorithm” (computing), “ROI” (business). Highfalutin Words: fancy sounding words Meaning: Fancy, big, or showy words that sound impressive. Often used to sound smarter or more formal than necessary. Can sometimes confuse people if overused. Examples: “Utilize” instead of “use” “Commence” instead of “start” “Elucidate” instead of “explain” Layman’s terms = plain, simple, easy-to-understand language. Examples: Cease – stop “Instead of saying “Stop, cease.” Terminate / end “The termination of our relationship instead of at the end of our relationship
- #20 2. Look into – investigate; find out – discover (who are you to find out?); put off – postpone; come up with – invent/create; give up – quit or surrender Abbreviation Examples: lol, btw, u/ur, FYI, idk, tbh
- #21 Why we avoid first-person in academic texts: Academic writing should be formal and objective, not personal. Using “I” or “we” makes it subjective. Instead, use third-person or neutral statements. Examples: ❌ “I think students learn faster with visuals.” ✅ “Students learn faster with visuals.”
- #22 Why avoid rhetorical questions in academic texts: Academic texts aim to inform, not just make the reader think. Rhetorical questions don’t give clear information. Better: State facts directly. Example: ❌ “Who doesn’t want to learn faster?” ✅ “Students benefit from strategies that improve learning.” Avoid emotive language that shows bias because: Academic writing should be neutral and fair. Words that show strong feelings or opinions can make your work seem untrustworthy or biased. Stick to facts and evidence, not emotions. Example: Biased/emotive: “The government foolishly wasted money on this project.” Neutral: “The project exceeded its budget by 20%.”
- #23 Making your writing clear and easy to follow. Use precise words and connectors like and, but, because, therefore to show relationships between ideas. Clear conjunctions: instead of using so, use therefore, anyways, not suitable
- #24 to avoid making broad, sweeping conclusions about a whole group or situation based on too few examples or unrepresentative evidence, essentially "jumping to conclusions" without sufficient proof. Caution: Be careful when making statements. Avoid saying something is always true based on limited evidence. Don’t make hasty or sweeping generalizations. Example: ❌ “All teenagers are lazy.” → too general, not true for everyone. ✅ “Some teenagers may struggle with motivation at times.” → careful, accurate statement.
- #25 Good academic writing follows the rules of your subject. Each field (science, literature, social studies, etc.) has its own style, structure, and way of presenting ideas. Learning these rules helps you write clearly, correctly, and professionally. Example: Science papers: use IMRaD structure (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion). Literature essays: focus on analysis, themes, and evidence from texts. 💡 Think: “Each subject has its own blueprint—learn it to write well.”