NCHU Course Outline

Course Name	(中) 論文寫作與演說(6036)
	(Eng.) Academic Writing and Speaking
Offering Dept	Life Sciences
Course Type	Elective	Credits	1	Teacher	HUANG,CHIEH-CHEN
Department	Life Sciences	Language	English	Semester	2025-SPRING
Course Description	This course covers a wide range of topics related to biology, botany, and microbiology. The class may explore the effects of soundwaves or music on plant growth and how they may influence the human brain. Additionally, the class may delve into the study of alien microbes and their potential impact on Earth. The class may also cover tips and strategies for writing research and review papers. Another topic that may be covered is necrobiome and their role in nature and in addition to that the class may discuss about the growing concern of antibiotics resistance bacteria and ways to combat them, it may also cover the field of Epigenetics which study how gene expression is regulated.
Prerequisites				self-directed learning in the course	N

Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%)			Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives	Competency Indicators	Ratio(%)	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
-Identify and formulate a research question -Conduct an in-depth literature review -Collect and analyze data -Synthesize their findings into a well-organized and clearly written research paper -Communicate their research in an academic setting and/or to a general audience -utilize citations correctly -The ability to understand and explain the effects of soundwaves or music on plant growth and their potential influence on the human brain -A deep understanding of the concept of alien microbes and the possibilities and ramifications of their potential impact on Earth -Develop skills in formulating a research question, critically evaluating sources, synthesizing information, and communicating research findings effectively through research paper writing. -Knowledge about Necrobiome and their role in nature, how they contribute to the ecosystem and its impact -An understanding of the implications of antibiotics resistance bacteria and strategies to combat them -A knowledge of the fundamental concepts, methods, and current findings in the field of Epigenetics, the study of how gene expression is regulated. 25% Lecture 25% Discussion 25%Activity-based learning 25%Special Topics Research -Lecture -Discussion -Activity-based learning -Worksheets -Research paper writing	1.To cultivate leaders in the life sciences through thoughtfully designed courses for undergraduate and post-graduate degree programs. 2.To create a positive academic environment and to provide an open and effective research platform for faculty and students, thereby allowing collaboration and creativity in research and beginning new fields in life sciences. 3.To effectively communicate our high quality education and research achievements to the entire university, the country, and the world through participation and leadership in technology to increase the visibility and influence of our faculty and students in life sciences.	20 40 40	topic Discussion/Production Discussion	Oral Presentation Assignment
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content Week 1 The effect of sound waves or music on plant growth and their influence on the human brain. Week 2 The effect of sound waves or music on plant growth and their influence on the human brain. Week 3 The effect of sound waves or music on plant growth and their influence on the human brain. Week 4 Alien Microbes Week 5 Alien Microbes Week 6 Alien Microbes Week 7 Tips on writing a research paper as well as a review paper. Week 8 Tips on writing a research paper as well as a review paper. Week 9 Tips on writing a research paper as well as a review paper. Week 10 Necrobiome and their role in nature. Week 11 Necrobiome and their role in nature. Week 12 Necrobiome and their role in nature. Week 13 Antibiotics resistance bacteria and ways to combat them. Week 14 Antibiotics resistance bacteria and ways to combat them. Week 15 Antibiotics resistance bacteria and ways to combat them. Week 16 Epigenetics Week 17 Epigenetics Week 18 Epigenetics
Evaluation
i-learning
Textbook & other References
Presentation and Group discussion
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
Teacher-made teaching materials
Office Hours
Make an appointment with the instructor’s office hour
Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs
include experience courses：N

Please respect the intellectual property rights and use the materials legally.Please repsect gender equality.
Update Date, year/month/day：None	Printed Date, year/month/day：2025 / 1 / 22
The second-hand book website：http://www.myub.com.tw/