Unpacking Academic Research/Writing (ENGL 105)

Term: 2021-2022 - SUMMER SESSION A

Faculty

Amanda WalchShow MyInfo popup for Amanda Walch

Amanda.Walch@uj.edu

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About Me
As UJ's Reference and Instruction Librarian, I work with students and faculty from all departments and fields of study. I'm passionate about lifelong learning, teaching research skills, and making the library an accessible and useful resource for all. Ask me about my pets or what I'm currently reading if you really want to get me going.

Description

Academic writing and research skills are essential to student success in higher education. However, students are often unaware of the conventions of formal academic research and writing. In this class, students identify and apply relevant academic research and discourse conventions, evaluate, and integrate academic research into their own writing, and employ APA style and citation to build academic ethos. Through discussion boards, scaffolded writing assignments, and hands-on research, students demonstrate the necessary skills for academic success in their chosen programs.