EDD 8100 Academic Writing

Course Description

This course will introduce students to academic writing and skills relevant to achieving success in a doctoral degree program and academia in general. The content will cover the foundation for scholarly writing through rigorous examination of the rules and expectations for format and style, objective communication, and synthesis of literature. Students will also learn how to uphold standards of academic integrity, avoid plagiarism, and integrate evidence into their writing. In addition, they will engage in scholarly writing exercises and assignments in order to learn the form and function of key academic documents, such as a summary, annotated bibliography, academic paper, and literature review.

Prerequisite/s: This is the first course of the EdD program.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student will be able to

1. Understand the value and purpose of academic and scholarly writing. 
2. Acquire different study skills, including understanding the requirements of a doctoral student.
3. Read and critically appraise academic literature and understand the conventions of academic writing.
4. Plan and prepare a writing piece for academic purposes.
5. Synthesize diverse literature within students' chosen concentration.
6. Identify examples of plagiarism, use strategies to avoid it, and apply APA style to citing and referencing.
7. Structure a critical writing piece, presenting a compelling argument and using evidence to support an idea.

Required Texts and Materials:

• American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). *
• American Psychological Association. (2021). Mastering APA Style Student Workbook: The official interactive guide to learning APA Style  (7th ed.).
• American Psychological Association. (2022). Mastering APA Style Student Workbook + Publication Manual (digital bundle). * All students must purchase Mastering APA Style Student Workbook + Publication Manual ISBN 1-4338-3855-9 URL: https://learn.acrobatiq.com/ (Course Key: Your Instructor will provide the Course Key to access these digital resources).
• Drew, S., & Bingham, R. (2016). The guide to learning and study skills: For higher education and at work. Taylor & Francis Group. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/novasoutheastern/detail.action?docID=870759
• EDD 8100 Academic Writing LibGuide: https://libguides.nova.edu/edd8100
• Harris, R. A. (2017). Using sources effectively: Strengthening your writing and avoiding plagiarism. Taylor & Francis Group. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/novasoutheastern/reader.action?docID=4790113&ppg=1
• SAGE Campus. (2023). SAGE Campus online courses. https://campus-sagepub-com.ezproxylocal.library.nova.edu/

*For programs in Puerto Rico and other Spanish-speaking countries

• American Psychological Association. (2021). Manual de publicaciones de la American Psychological Association (4a. ed.). El Manual Moderno. ISBN 978-607-448-856-2

Required Writing Tools

1. Go to grammarly.com and download this tool. You may use the free version or choose to upgrade to the paid premier edition (unless you already have a similar program). This tool will highlight possible grammar and spelling errors.
2.  Make an appointment with a Writing Consultant at the Writing and Communication Center at https://www.nova.edu/wcc [or go directly to https://nova.mywconline.com/ to make an appointment for assistance with your writing skills, if requested by your Instructor.