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[ 404SOSKPWPU20 ] UE Planning, writing and presenting an academic paper

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Workload Education level Study areas Responsible person Hours per week Coordinating university
3 ECTS M - Master's programme Social Science Maria Christine Pree 2 hpw Johannes Kepler University Linz
Detailed information
Original study plan Master's programme Computational Mathematics 2025W
Learning Outcomes
Competences
Students acquire the ability to write various types of academic texts in English (B2 – C2) and to hold short as well as extensive presentations in front of an expert audience.
Skills Knowledge
  • Structure and write a research paper (or parts thereof) in the respective field of study
  • Know the appropriate register, vocabulary, and other formal writing conventions
  • Know how to cite, paraphrase and reference sources
  • Prepare and deliver a scientific presentation;
  • Participate actively in the discussion of scientific topics
Students of science and technology are made familiar with the specifics of academic writing in English. The structure of a scientific paper, appropriate formal vocabulary, and writing styles are practiced. Formal writing practices such as the logical organization of a paragraph or the paraphrasing and citing of text sources are integral components of writing workshops and homework exercises. Regular peer reviews of academic articles further consolidate awareness of specialized vocabulary and certain writing styles. The essential basics for presentations and discussions in an academic context are taught and applied.
Criteria for evaluation written assignments (=homework), presentations, paper and/or parts thereof
Methods in-class discussions, peer evaluations, writing workshops, presentations, group work
Language English
Study material all necessary documents will be provided on moodle
Changing subject? No
Earlier variants They also cover the requirements of the curriculum (from - to)
ASTSPRAPWPU18: UE Planning, writing and presenting an academic paper (2018W-2020S)
On-site course
Maximum number of participants 25
Assignment procedure Assignment according to priority