Learning outcome
In order to turn a research idea into a text which is able to persuade other researchers of the relevance of the research question(s), the acceptability of the data interpretation and the claims made, it is important to become consciously aware of the linguistic and argumentative tools used in one¿s discipline. The course focuses on a number of issues (listed below under Topics) pertaining to writing as knowledge construction. The overall aim of the course is to become familiar with the writing practices of the social sciences/economics. Illustrations and exercise material will be drawn from the (sub)disciplines represented in the group.
Upon completion of the course the candidate:
- has knowledge of the main differences between language use in everyday contexts and language use in research communication
- has knowledge of relevant linguistic concepts and terms within discourse analysis
- has knowledge of the main genre characteristics and functions of the various parts of a research article
- has knowledge of the social constructionist and rhetoric of science traditions in academic writing
- can reflect on his/her own writing practices
- can target a text to the intended audience
- can reflect strategically on publication issues