Section 5: Important Moves in Academic Writing
Overview
Mastering any type of writing involves identifying and practicing some key moves or strategies. In this section, you will learn some of the common rhetorical strategies in academic writing, such as analyzing genres and writing introductions and conclusions.
Learning Outcomes
Explain the purpose of analytical thinking and writing in academic contexts.
- Identify the key steps involved in starting a research paper, including selecting a topic and developing a focus.
- Describe how the rhetorical or communication situation influences writing choices.
- Explain how writers position themselves and engage academic readers through tone, stance, and rhetorical strategies.
- Identify strategies for analyzing unfamiliar writing genres and communicating ideas visually.
- Describe the elements of a logically sound academic argument, including effective introductions and conclusions.
- Recognize how language choices can enhance clarity, engagement, and impact in academic writing.
