EDD 8100: Academic Writing

This guide provides access to library resources that support EDD 8100.

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.

Learning Outcomes:

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

Required Texts and Materials:

American Psychological Association. (2020, 2021). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.) & Mastering APA style student workbook: The official interactive guide to learning APA Style (Bundle edition). To purchase the bundle please go to the Modules section in your corresponding EDD 8100 Canvas course.

Drew, S., & Bingham, R. (2016). The guide to learning and study skills: For higher education and at work. Taylor & Francis Group.

Harris, R. A. (2017). Using sources effectively: Strengthening your writing and avoiding plagiarism. Taylor & Francis Group.

SAGE Campus. (2023). SAGE Campus online courses.

Section Supplemental Material:

Eaton, S. E. (2023, March 4). Artificial intelligence and academic integrity, post-plagiarism. University World News.

Friend, M. (2021). Interactions: Collaboration skills for school professionals (9th ed.). Pearson.

Galvan, J. L. (2016). Writing literature reviews: A guide for students of the social and behavioral sciences. Taylor & Francis Group.

Wagner, G., Lukyanenko, R., & Paré, G. (2022). Artificial intelligence and the conduct of literature reviews. Journal of Information Technology, 37(2), 209-226.