FOUND201-22C (NET)

English for Academic Purposes 2

15 Points

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Convenor(s)

Anita Pu

Anita Pu
5153
EAS.G.12
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anita.pu@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Administrator(s)

: judith.bogle@waikato.ac.nz
: jane.kamal@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

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You can contact staff by:

  • Calling +64 7 838 4466 select option 1, then enter the extension.
  • Extensions starting with 4, 5, 9 or 3 can also be direct dialled:
    • For extensions starting with 4: dial +64 7 838 extension.
    • For extensions starting with 5: dial +64 7 858 extension.
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Paper Description

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This paper is the second of the two compulsory papers in the Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation - Pre-Masters (DipPP) that enables students to obtain the English language skills that they need to succeed in postgraduate studies. Students will further develop their English language skills, including enhanced understanding and interrogation of academic texts, and more in-depth research and referencing techniques.
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Paper Structure

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All classes will be via Zoom. Students must attend all classes. During class, students will work through activities individually, in pairs, and in groups. Students are also expected to complete a number of self-study tasks outside classroom hours.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • Communicate with individuals and small groups using a variety of different communicative tools.
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  • Demonstrate enhanced skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English.
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  • Apply appropriate research techniques to academic activity.
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  • Critically evaluate discipline-specific and academic texts in English.
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Assessment

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Assessments will include individual and group assignments designed to assess the competency of the learning objectives.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Reflective Journal
Sum of All
20
2. Reflection 1 (2.5%)
25 Nov 2022
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Reflection 2 (2.5%)
9 Dec 2022
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Reflection 3 (2.5%)
23 Dec 2022
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Reflection 4 (2.5%)
30 Dec 2022
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
6. Reflection 5 (2.5%)
13 Jan 2023
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
7. Reflection 6 (2.5%)
27 Jan 2023
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
8. Reflection 7 (End-of-course) (5%)
10 Feb 2023
1:00 PM
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  • In Class: In Lecture
9. Academic text review
Sum of All
40
10. Identifying key points in academic texts (15%)
2 Dec 2022
7:00 AM
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  • Online: Submit through Moodle
11. Academic text summary (15%)
16 Dec 2022
7:00 AM
-
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
12. Integrating peer feedback in final review (10%)
4 Jan 2023
7:00 AM
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  • Online: Submit through Moodle
13. Group Presentation
17 Jan 2023
1:00 PM
15
  • Presentation: In Class
14. Synthesis Essay
13 Feb 2023
7:00 AM
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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de Chazel, E., & McCarter, S. (2012). Oxford EAP: A course in English for academic purposes. Oxford University Press.
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Other Resources

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Students will also need a fully functional laptop/desktop, microphone, and camera. Handouts and supplementary course material will be supplied. In addition, students should have the necessary stationery to mark parts of texts in their textbooks and handouts.
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Online Support

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Moodle:

Moodle is the online space for students to connect with each other as well as with teaching staff outside of the face-to-face classes. Students will use the site to ask teachers questions, participate in online discussions, and complete selected learning activities. You can also find assessment instructions, submit your completed assessments, access feedback, and keep track of your grades there.

To access Moodle, sign in to your university login and click on the “Moodle” link. Moodle will be your main source of information for the course.

Zoom:

Relevant live sessions and certain office hours will be hosted on Zoom. A link to Zoom will be accessible through Moodle.

Studiosity:

Studiosity is an online tutoring service for students at the University of Waikato. It’s accessible via Moodle and offers personalised, live, online help from trained experts in two ways:

  • Writing Feedback: upload your work to get help with academic writing and literacy (such as structure, grammar, and referencing). Available 24/7, you will receive your feedback in less than 24 hours.

  • Connect Live: chat with a subject specialist to get help with academic writing and literacy, study skills, maths, economics, accounting or statistics.
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Workload

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Students will attend five hours of classes per week except for any NZ public holidays. Attendance is required in all classes and participation during class is expected. Students should spend additional time on any homework tasks, assignments, and assessed tasks, such as presentations. See table below.

Contact HoursSelf-directed HoursTotal Hours
6090150
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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisite papers: FOUND101

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