NCHU Course Outline |
Course Name | (中) 文學研究方法與寫作(6024) | ||||
(Eng.) Research Methodology and Critical Writing for Literature | |||||
Offering Dept | Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures | ||||
Course Type | Required | Credits | 3 | Teacher | Ho, TAI-CHUN |
Department | Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures/Graduate | Language | English | Semester | 2024-FALL |
Course Description | This semester-long course introduces first-year MA students to the elements of scholarly writing in humanities. From formulating a research question to marshalling a wide variety of primary and secondary sources to writing up research findings, the instructor will guide participants through the process of composing a research paper based on a topic of their interest. We will consider, among other things, the conventions of scholarly writing (such as citational practices), the key to a clear and concise writing style, the research resources, the basic yet essential writing skills (such as summarizing and paraphrasing), and the structures that govern the production of a good piece of writing. Throughout the semester students are expected to read a range of materials and engage in weekly tasks intended not only to complete the final writing assignment of this course but also to develop the professional writing skills necessary for the success of their MA theses. | ||||
Prerequisites | self-directed learning in the course | Y |
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1) Become familiar with the conventions of scholarly writing in humanities 2) learn how to summarize, paraphrase and cite sources with accuracy and concision while articulating their voices and arguments 3) develop analytical and critical skills in academic writing 4) have completed a series of writing tasks leading to the completion of a substantial piece of research paper 5) have a better understanding of the steps involved in writing a research paper |
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Grades 20% Writing Assignments (journal reports, summaries and critiques of the primary and secondary texts, as well as annotated bibliography) 10% Oral Presentations 15% attendance and participation 5 % Conference Paper Presentation 50% Research Paper (a paper of 3000 words to be submitted by 1/7; first draft is due by 12/3) Your paper will be graded by the following criteria A. Articulate a clear argument/position B. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the topic C. Demonstrate subject knowledge in a logical structure D. Contain relevant and sufficient support for claim(s) or point(s) made. E. Offer adequate analysis of the primary texts. F. Appropriate use of citations for quotes and materials consulted G. Clarity of Writing (Grammar, Sentence Structure, Punctuation and Style) You should type and submit your assignments electronically on time. There is a 10 point penalty for each day late. Any homework that is copied from another source will receive a “0.” |
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They Say/I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein (Sixth Edition) Style Lessons in Clarity and Grace (11th Edition) The Elements of Academic Style: Writing For The Humanities by Eric Hayot MLA Handbook (9th Edition) Photocopied Materials |
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