ACADEMIC

DISCOURSE AND ITS

CHARACTERISTICS
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 What are expected from you at
the end of this period?

a. describe b.engage c. internalize

academic academic
the importance
discourse in
discourse of academic
different
situations discourse

BLUE PURPLE GREEN

 HELLO!

Let's get to know each

other better by
answering this
question.
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What is your favorite

academic subject?
Why?
Questions:

? How did you feel about the

activity?
? Did you show a particularly
strong passion for your chosen
academic subjects, and how might
this energy be leveraged in the
classroom?
Question:

? How did your responses

during the previous activity
reflect your academic
interests and preferences?
What is academic discourse?
Academic discourse is expository or
argumentative in nature. Sometimes,
it presents an individual’s insights
regarding a concept or method in a
scholarly way.
Academic discourse uses formal language and the
third person point of view; it maintains an
objective tone. It avoids using figures of speech
and idiomatic expressions, including biased or
stereotyped and sexist language. Its examples
include essays, journals, book reviews, synthesis,
literature review, and research, among others.
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Example:
Medea is portrayed as an empowered woman in the Euripides’ play. It is a
far cry from how women were viewed and represented in the Ancient
Greece. Women then were mainly portrayed as in charge of producing
children, taking care of them, and being a mistress of the household.
Medea’s character defies and challenges conformities. Her deeds, though
evil in nature, stem from the strength of her mind… Medea, although
elicits pity from the audience during the first part of the play as an
abandoned wife and mother, in the end, is feared and abhorred as she
proves to be aware of how wicked her deeds are and yet would not have it
the other way around: “I understand what evil I am about to do but my
wrath is stronger even than my thoughts…” (Euripides 27).
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Explanation:
The text is a review of Euripides’ famous play
Medea. The critic, although stating his or her
insights of the play, writes in an objective tone,
using the third person point of view. Moreover, the
review does not use a figure of speech or idiomatic
expression to describe, elaborate, or prove a point.
 General formats of academic discourses

Introduction Body Conclusion

In this part, the writer In this part, the writer In this part, the writer
states the significance of discusses the methods of
reiterates the claims
the topic and the issues gathering information. He
that need to be or she then presents the
and asserts his or her
addressed. Also, the findings and interprets stand. He or she may
writer mentions the them. Moreover, he or include insights and
objectives of the she formulates arguments recommendations for
discourse and how it may and supports them with further studies.
be beneficial or evidence.
detrimental.
Some Key Characteristics
of Academic Discourse
 These characteristics collectively
contribute to the unique style and
standards of academic discourse,
fostering effective communication
and the advancement of
knowledge within various
disciplines.
1.
Formal Tone: Academic discourse is
characterized by a formal and objective
tone. It avoids colloquial language,
slang, and overly personal expressions.
The focus is on conveying information
and arguments in a professional manner.
2.
Evidence-Based Reasoning: Arguments in
academic discourse are supported by
evidence, which may include empirical data,
statistical analyses, literature reviews, or
other relevant sources. Conclusions are
drawn based on a careful examination of the
available information.
3.
Specialized Vocabulary: Academic
discourse often involves the use of
specialized terminology and vocabulary
specific to the field of study. This allows
for precision and facilitates
communication among experts in the
discipline.
4.
Clarity and Precision: Communication
in academic discourse is clear, precise,
and unambiguous. Authors strive to
convey their ideas with accuracy,
avoiding vague or unclear language.
5.
Objectivity: Academic discourse
emphasizes objectivity and the
presentation of information based on
evidence. Personal biases and emotions
are minimized, and authors strive to
maintain a neutral stance, letting the
data and research speak for itself.
6.
Citation and Referencing: Academic
writing relies heavily on proper citation
and referencing. Authors acknowledge
the sources of information, ideas, and
concepts, providing a trail for readers to
trace the origins of the information
presented.
7.
Rigor and Critical Thinking:
Academic discourse encourages critical
thinking and a rigorous approach to
research. Authors analyze, evaluate, and
synthesize information, presenting well-
reasoned arguments supported by
evidence.
8.
Structured Organization: Academic
writing follows a logical and organized
structure. This typically includes an
introduction, literature review,
methodology, results, discussion, and
conclusion. Each section serves a
specific purpose and contributes to the
overall coherence of the work.
9.
Audience Awareness: Authors are
aware of their target audience, which is
often composed of fellow scholars,
researchers, or students in the same
field. As a result, the writing style is
tailored to meet the expectations and
knowledge level of this audience.
10.
Revision and Peer Review: Academic
work often undergoes multiple revisions
and is subject to peer review. This
process helps ensure the quality,
accuracy, and validity of the research
presented.
 ACTIVITY

Group yourselves into

five. Each group will
choose one to do from
following scenarios.
 Book Club Discussion:
Your group is reading a novel.
Discuss your favorite character,
the plot's main events, and any
symbolism you've noticed.
Support your opinions with
examples from the text.
SCENARIO 1
 Science Fair Project Reflection:
After completing a simple science
experiment, discuss your findings
with members. Talk about the
experiment's purpose, the methods
you used, and what you learned.
Use basic scientific terms.
SCENARIO 2
 Exploring a Poem:
In your English group, discuss a
short poem. Share your
interpretations of its meaning,
discuss the use of language, and
ask groupmates for their
perspectives.
SCENARIO 1B
 Current Events Chat:
Your social studies class is talking
about a recent news article. Share
your thoughts on the topic, and
ask group members for their
opinions. Reference specific
points from the article.
SCENARIO 3
 Math Puzzle Solving:
Work on a math puzzle or
brainteaser as a group.
Discuss different approaches
to solving it, and explain your
reasoning behind your chosen
method.
SCENARIO 4
 Group Project Planning:
You're working on a group project in
any subject. Discuss your individual
responsibilities, share ideas, and
make decisions collaboratively,
considering everyone's input.

SCENARIO 5
 Art Critique:
Your art group has created
different pieces. Engage in a
discussion about the techniques
used, the emotions conveyed, and
any symbolism present in your
artwork or your classmates'
pieces.
SCENARIO 5
THANK YOU!
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