1. Teaching English for Academic Purposes
Introduction Academic writing is often more abstract and technical than our daily writing. ... Therefore, abstract and technical language appeals less to the common sense of readers than everyday writing. ... In a sense, writing in concrete and non- technical language will make the writing more accessible to a larger audience. ... This use of language seems particularly prominent in the writing of beginners in any field, or perhaps the awkward style and esoteric language is only the side effect of writing a Ph.D. dissertation" (Nida, 1992). ... There is certainly appreciation for writing that...
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- Approx Pages: 12
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- Grade Level: High School