Overview
Understand the fundamentals of academic writing by exploring its purpose, structure, and key principles, Uphold academic integrity by identifying and avoiding plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication, and falsification, Evaluate credible sources for academic research by assessing relevance, authority, and bias, Apply ethical AI prompts to refine essays while maintaining originality, Develop research skills by mastering strategies for efficient database searches and keyword techniques, Select focused and researchable topics by narrowing broad ideas into specific questions, Adopt an academic style with formal tone and precise language to enhance clarity and professionalism in essays, Create compare-and-contrast analyses using Venn diagrams to organize similarities and differences, Structure coherent and cohesive essays by crafting logical paragraphs with topic and concluding sentences, Write engaging introductions and impactful conclusions to frame academic essays effectively, Craft clear and arguable thesis statements to guide academic essays, ensuring focus and specificity, Paraphrase and synthesize source material accurately to avoid plagiarism and build cohesive argument, Balance writer’s voice with hedging language to qualify claims appropriately in academic writing, Use proper referencing techniques to cite sources accurately, ensuring academic integrity in all written assignments
Native and ESOL undergraduate learners, likely early university students (ages 18–24), needing foundational academic writing skills. However, the course would also be suitable for adults of any age wih a need or desire to learn academic writing.
Students need sufficient English skills to engage with university-level content, making the course accessible for ESOL learners while at the same time being academically rigorous for native speakers.
Transform your academic writing and ace your essays with this comprehensive, self-paced course designed for native and ESOL undergraduate learners! Whether you’re starting your university journey or refining your skills, this course equips you with foundational academic writing techniques, ethical AI prompts, and academic integrity principles to excel in scholarly assignments. Learn to craft compelling essays while leveraging AI responsibly to enhance your work without compromising originality.
What You’ll Learn:
Master Essay Essentials: Develop clear thesis statements, engaging introductions, logical paragraphs, and impactful conclusions using academic style, coherence, and cohesion.
Uphold Academic Integrity: Understand and avoid plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication, and falsification to maintain ethical writing practices.
Research Like a Pro: Hone research skills, evaluate credible sources, and synthesize information to build persuasive arguments.
Leverage Ethical AI: Use AI prompts as an assistant to refine your writing, ensuring you do the core work while fine-tuning for clarity, precision, and impact.
Advanced Techniques: Master paraphrasing, hedging language, reporting verbs, compare-and-contrast analysis (using Venn diagrams), and referencing (APA, MLA, Chicago) to elevate your writer’s voice, etc.
Build Argumentation: Craft evidence-based arguments, address counterarguments, and use topic/concluding sentences for seamless flow.
Course Highlights:
18 In-Depth Lessons: Covering everything from choosing a topic to referencing, tailored for undergraduates seeking practical, university-level skills.
Ethical AI Integration: Learn how to use AI prompts to enhance your writing process, as outlined in most lessons, while maintaining academic rigor and originality.
Real-World Application: Apply skills to essays like the sample on technology in education, mastering structure, style, and citations.
Flexible Learning: Designed for native and ESOL learners, with clear, accessible content to support diverse language backgrounds.
Why Enroll? This course empowers you to produce stellar academic essays that stand out in university settings. Through hands-on lessons, you’ll gain confidence in research, argumentation, and ethical AI use, all while building skills for academic and professional success. Perfect for undergraduates, including first-year students, aiming to improve grades, prepare for advanced coursework, or navigate ESOL challenges in academic writing.
Who Is This Course For?
Native and ESOL undergraduates seeking to master foundational academic writing.
Students wanting to integrate ethical AI tools into their writing process responsibly.
Learners aiming to strengthen research, referencing, and integrity skills for university success.
No prior experience is required—just a passion for improving your writing! Join now to ace your essays, uphold academic integrity, and unlock your scholarly potential with ethical AI support.
Perry Hessenauer
Perry is an experienced academic writing instructor with over 15 years of teaching, specializing in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and ESOL. He holds a BA in Education (UK), an MA in Linguistics (South Africa), and a Professional Certificate in Academic Practice (UK). Perry has taught at institutions like Nazarbayev University and the University of Central Lancashire, focusing on academic writing, research skills, and ethical AI integration. As a passionate educator, he empowers native and ESOL undergraduates to excel in scholarly writing, drawing on his global experience across China, Oman, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and the UK.