ACADEMIC

TEXTS
GROUP 5
 The Academic text is defined as critical, objective,
specialized texts written by experts or professionals
in a given field using formal language.
Academic texts are objective. This means that
they are based on facts with solid basis. The
emotions of the authors cannot be felt from texts or
materials.
FACTORS TO CONSIDER IN
WRITING ACADEMIC TEXTS
 TOPIC
The subject or theme of your academic text.
Defines the scope and focus of your writing.
Choose a topic that is relevant, specific, and
manageable within the given constraints.
 example
The Impact of Social Media on Academic
Performance
 Role
The perspective or stance you take as a
writer. Who are you as a writer? Are you a
student? A son/daughter? A costumer?
 example
Researcher and Analyst
 purpose
The goal or objective of your academic text.
Common purposes include to inform, to
persuade, to analyze, or to contribute new
knowledge to a field. Clarifying your purpose
helps maintain focus and coherence.
 example
To Inform and Persuade
 Audience
The intended readers of your academic text.
Understanding your audience, which
typically includes scholars, researchers, and
students, ensures that your text meets their
expectations and needs.
 example
Academics, Educators, and Students
characteristics of
academic texts
 formal tone
Utilizes professional and scholarly language.
 precise language
Employs specific and accurate terminology.
 Point of view
Typically written in the third person, focusing
on objectivity.
 Research focus
Centers around thorough investigation and
analysis of a specific topic.
 organization
Structured in a logical and coherent
manner, typically including an introduction,
body, and conclusion.
 Source citations
Accurately references all sources of
information and ideas.
Thank you
Carla Magsumbol
BSA-1A