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Academic Essay Writing Excellence

Master the art of academic essay writing with this comprehensive course focused on planning, structuring, and polishing university-level essays.

Master the art of academic essay writing with this comprehensive course focused on planning, structuring, and polishing university-level essays.

This comprehensive course is designed to build essential academic writing skills for university students and aspiring scholars. Through practical, hands-on instruction, learners master the fundamentals of argumentative essay writing, from initial planning to final revision. The course emphasizes research methods, source evaluation, and proper academic voice. Students learn to structure arguments effectively, incorporate scholarly sources using APA referencing, and refine their work through systematic editing. Special attention is given to developing appropriate academic tone, stance, and voice while maintaining clear communication of complex ideas.

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Academic Essay Writing Excellence

This course includes

10 Weeks

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

11,000

What you'll learn

  • Develop proficiency in structuring and writing argumentative essays

  • Master research techniques for locating and evaluating academic sources

  • Communicate ideas clearly and effectively in academic writing

  • Apply proper APA referencing and citation conventions

  • Develop skills in self-reviewing and editing written work

Skills you'll gain

Academic Writing
Essay Structure
Research Methods
APA Referencing
Critical Thinking
Source Evaluation
Academic Voice
Editing Skills

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Graded assignments, exams

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Limited Access access

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Module Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to academic essay writing at the university level. It covers the entire writing process from planning to final editing, with special focus on argumentative research essays. Students learn essential skills including brainstorming techniques, online research methods, source evaluation, and proper academic referencing. The course emphasizes developing appropriate academic voice and stance while maintaining clear communication. Practical guidance is provided on structure, paragraphing, formatting, and common error prevention. The curriculum includes hands-on practice with various academic genres and detailed instruction on the revision process.

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Leading Expert in Applied Linguistics and Corpus-Based Language Learning

Dr. Peter Crosthwaite is an Associate Professor in the School of Languages and Cultures at the University of Queensland, where he has established himself as a prominent figure in applied linguistics and corpus-based language learning research. His academic journey includes an MA TESOL from the University of London and an M.Phil/Ph.D in applied linguistics from the University of Cambridge. Dr. Crosthwaite's research focuses on corpus linguistics, data-driven learning, computer-assisted language learning, and English for Academic Purposes. He has published extensively, with over 50 articles in leading journals, multiple book chapters, and several books. His expertise is recognized through his role as Editor-in-Chief of the Australian Review of Applied Linguistics and his service on editorial boards of prestigious journals in the field. At the University of Queensland, he teaches courses on culture, language, and communication at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while also supervising graduate students. His work has significantly contributed to understanding second language acquisition, L2 writing processes, and the application of corpus linguistics in language teaching. Dr. Crosthwaite's research has practical implications for language learners and teachers, particularly in the areas of academic writing and English for Specific Purposes.

Academic Essay Writing Excellence

This course includes

10 Weeks

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

11,000

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