TLC12O Introduction to University Learning (s2k, 2013)
Question 1
Topic Eight: Identify three key words and two key concepts linked to the
topic ‘Originality and creativity in university scholarship’
Question 2
Topic Eight: Provide the full bibliographic details for one chosen
reading fortopic seven (inChicago Style).
HINT: …you can find the exact reference details for the readings on the contents page of your
reader).
Question 3
Topic Eight: What are the key terms ofthe chosen reading for this topic?
o List the key terms and concepts ofthe
reading (these should be about three to five words/concepts only).
Question 4
Topic Eight: What is the thesis for the chosen
reading?
o Outline the thesis in one complete sentence.
Hint: This is the central point/argument ofthe paper. Identify and write this down
IN YOUR OWN WORDS…in other words paraphrase it PLUS use in-text referencing!
Question 5
Topic Eight: Summarise the chosen reading and
include two (correctly referenced) quotations.
o One detailed paragraph in which you outline the main supporting points.
o Two quotations
from the reading that are useful in understanding the text and that may be useful in your essays.
HINT: write 5-10 of well connected and
‘flowing’ sentences per paragraph…this is the ‘story’ ofthe reading, assume no prior knowledge ofthe reading on behalf ofthe
reader. No more than 10% ofthe paragraph/s should be directly quoted. Use the ‘third person’ and in text referencing.
Question
Topic Eight: Complete a paraphrase using the following guidelines.
o Choose one ofthe quotations that you included in the
summary.
o Quote: copy the complete passage (include quotation marks and appropriate in-text referencing).
o Paraphrase: Write a paraphrase
ofthe original passage, giving attention to retaining the author’s meaning in its particular context (include appropriate in-text
referencing).
Learning howto paraphrase is an important part of writing in the university culture. Each paraphrase entry involves
understanding the meaning ofthe chosen passage within the reading. A passage can be a sentence or a group of sentences.Remember, a
paraphraseinvolves changing the words AND the sentence structure of a short passage WHILE retaining original meaning.
Question 7
Topic
Eight: Complete a critical reflection for the topic ‘OriginaIity and creativity in university scholarship’ using the following
guidelines:
o One to two paragraphs of critical reflections on the topic. Critical reflection involves both critique (critical thinking
about the content) and reflection (what you think about because ofthe reading and lecture).
o As part ofthis analysis, think about how
this reading and lecture relates to the week’s topic -the introduction to the topic in the Unit Reader may be useful here. Also
consider how this reading builds on or links to otherTLC120 readings and lectures. Are there common concepts or themes? Are there contrasts
and similarities?
o Your analysis can also include your response to the content ofthe reading and lecture, your views on the strengths (if
any) and weaknesses (if any) ofthe arguments put forward. You can also comment on the style and structure ofthe reading and lecture
are there any aspects that could be models for your own writing?
o Lastly consider how this reading and lecture relates to your own
experience as a learner. Are there any aspects that are familiar? Are there any aspects that help you to further understand university
expectations and the university culture.
HINT: Use the three E’s: evidence, examples and explanation to ‘back up’ and academically
support every knowledge claim you make
Pretend you are writing a one paragraph review for an academic ‘blog’ which WILL be
published…make sure that all the punctuation/referencing/evidence/referencing is CORRECT BEFORE submission to maximize marks). This tas
prepares you for writing academic essays…keep this in mind while you are writing…ie use the ‘third person’, use a formal academic
tone etc. Make sure that this paragraph would make sense to someone who has never read the reading…
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