Academic writing is a hallmark of any educational journey. And while technology provides some guiderails for writers, this does not eliminate the need to maintain certain standards of writing. Walden University maintains academic writing expectations (AWE) that help guide all academic writing. Consider your writing strengths and challenges in the context of Walden’s academic writing expectations.
Resources
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Readings
- Asimov, I. (2010). What is intelligence anyway? Models for Writers. Ed. Alfred Rosa and Paul Eschholz. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s. pp. 49-51.
- OASIS. (n.d.). Academic skills: Grammarly. Walden University. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/grammarly
- Walden University. (n.d.). Office of student affairs: Code of conduct and academic integrity. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/student-affairs/policies
- Walden University. (n.d.). Undergraduate writing: Academic Writing expectations (AWE). https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/undergraduate/awe
- Scribbr. (n.d.). What is academic writing? Dos and Don’ts for students. https://www.scribbr.com/category/academic-writing/
By Day 3
Post at least 200 words to the following prompt.
Use the Academic Writing Expectations (AWE) document to place your writing skills at the level you think they correspond to (you do not have to share your writing level in the Discussion). Describe:
- What are the main challenges you encounter in academic writing, and what resources or services have you found that could help you improve your writing skills for coursework and research projects?
- Plagiarism and proper citation are crucial aspects of academic writing. Ironically technology can both support and threaten integrity of your writing. How do you ensure your writing is both original and appropriately sourced?
- What tools or strategies do you employ to maintain your integrity?
- Academic writing can be stressful for students because they think they must write complicated paragraphs. However, simplicity and clarity are key to “good” academic writing. How can you connect Asimov's experience with intelligence to your journey as an academic writer?