{"product_id":"academic-writing-genres-essays-reports-other-genres-paperback","title":"Academic Writing Genres: Essays, Reports \u0026 Other Genres - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSheldon Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverview of EAP Foundation: Academic Writing Genres\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents at university are expected to write in a range of forms, from essays to reports and other genres. \u003ci\u003eEAP Foundation: Academic Writing Genres\u003c\/i\u003e, part of the \u003ci\u003eEAP Foundation\u003c\/i\u003e series of books, examines frequently encountered forms of academic writing, identifying common features such as structure and language, and providing clear models, in order to scaffold learning and provide a way for students to master each one.\u003c\/p\u003eContents of the book\u003cp\u003eThe first section of the book looks in detail at essay writing, the most common genre for academic study. It begins by looking at the content and structure of a typical essay, then looks at different essay types, namely \u003ci\u003ecomparison and contrast\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ecause and effect\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eproblem-solution\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eclassification\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eargument\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ediscussion\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003edefinition\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eprocess\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eexemplification\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003edescription\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second section of the book looks at report writing, the next most common genre for academic study, beginning with an overview of report writing, followed by a detailed look at the two most common report types, namely \u003ci\u003elaboratory reports\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ebusiness reports\u003c\/i\u003e. Other report types are also covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe third section covers other genres which do not fit into the essay or report category. They are \u003ci\u003eposters\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ereflective writing\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ebook reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eresearch proposals\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003etheses\/dissertations\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fourth and final section considers genre elements. These are types of writing which can form part of other genres, but can also be stand-alone pieces of writing, and need looking at in detail. They are \u003ci\u003eabstracts\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eliterature reviews\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003eAbout the EAP Foundation series\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eEAP Foundation\u003c\/i\u003e series of books is written for students who are preparing for, or currently studying at, a Western university, including those on foundation or pre-sessional courses. The units focus on presenting practical information in a straightforward and readable manner. There are additional tips in each unit to help students perform well, and numerous 'In short' boxes which give a summary of the main points, for quick previewing and reviewing of the unit. Each unit contains a checklist, which can be used to give feedback on writing (self or peer). Each unit concludes with a range of exercises to check comprehension and deepen understanding. Full answers to exercises are provided at the end of the book. All books in the series come with free additional online resources, accessed via the code given in the Appendices.\u003c\/p\u003eIn short\u003cp\u003eWhatever your course of study, this book will provide an indispensable guide to all forms of writing you will encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 426\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.87 x 10 x 8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 19, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51751568671008,"sku":"9781912579020","price":21.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/09b0a1979fc247e7fd1f78fd747037f1.webp?v=1779976077","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/academic-writing-genres-essays-reports-other-genres-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}