This course offers a general introduction to academic writing. It focuses on analyzing texts, building effective arguments, and using evidence and secondary source material. How do we identify and analyze the main arguments of a text? What kind of responses can we offer to such arguments? How do we present our own thoughts, analysis, and arguments when writing a paper? How do we write literature review and theoretical background? What is the proper way to write bibliography and footnotes? Through presentations, readings, discussion, and in class exercises, students will develop writing and editing skills necessary for their success as graduate students.

2024 Course Syllabus

2024-2025 Course Syllabus