Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
50626:Policy Science Special Lecture Ⅲ (Advanced Research Paper Writing)(P) 2022 Fall Tue2 College　Of　Policy　Science MEEKIN BARNABY JOHN 2

Campus

OIC

Class Venue

AS361

Language

English

Course Outline and Method

Writing an original research paper such as a senior thesis is a complex task and requires a broad set of skills. This course will help students to understand the research paper writing process and develop the ability to write clearly and effectively about a range of complex topics.

Because every research project is different, students will learn a number of approaches to research paper writing. And work to identify a style that is most appropriate for their needs.

Student Attainment Objectives

Students will learn how to:

- develop a clear, analyzable research question;
- develop an argument;
- write a literature review;
- present findings clearly;
- relate their work to the work of others in the field;
- use proper citations and referencing;
- write, proofread, and critically edit a research paper

Recommended Preparatory Course

Course Schedule

Lecture/Instructor（When there are multiple instructors) Theme
Keyword, References and Supplementary Information
1

Introduction

Course aims, style, and objectives

2

Concise writing (student request)

- How to write and edit your work so it's concise and easy to read.

3

Questionnaire writing

How to write and structure surveys.

4-5

Paraphrasing

Academic integrity and referencing conventions.

6

Paraphrase assignment

- paraphrase assignment
- proofreading tips (brief)

7-8

Writing up your results

How to write descriptive anlaysis and qualitative results.

9

Writing up your results

qualitative data and practice assignment

10

How to structure a thesis presentation. (student request)

Presentation structure and how it differs to thesis structure.

11

Thesis presentation practice & peer feedback, (student request)

Practice session with peer and teacher feedback.

12

Reflective writing: what you've learned and tips for future students

Reflective writing assignment distilling what you've learned during the thesis process and what you think the next group of students should be prepared for.

13

Writing a title and an abstract

14

Proofreading & editing strategies

15

Proofreading and editing task

Class Format

In the case of BCP Level 1 or 2:
All classes will be on campus unless you qualify for special circumstances.

In the case of BCP Level 3 or higher:
All the classes are to be conducted on Media basis.

Note: This is subject to change. Check Manaba regularly for updates.

Recommendations for Private Study

Students will need to complete tasks before every class. They need to complete the tasks, and come to class ready to discuss/ think about what they learned in the task.

Grade Evaluation Method

Kind Percentage Grading Criteria etc.
Final Examination (Written)

Report Examination
(A report to be submitted by the unified deadline)

Exams and/or Reports other than those stated above, and Continuous Assessment　
(Evaluation of Everyday Performance in Class)		 100

Participation, homework, quizzes

Grade Evaluation Method （Note）

Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods

Textbooks

Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）

Reference Books

Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）

Web Pages for Reference

How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)

Other (Separate instructions will be provided)

Other Comments

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