Academic Work in Any Discipline

A recent survey confirmed that good writing plays an important role in almost every profession. As one MBA wrote, “Those who advance quickly in my company are those who write and speak well—it’s as simple as that.” But while writing is always a valuable skill, writing works in different ways in different disciplines.

Chapter contents:

Writing in any discipline

Reading in any discipline

Understanding academic assignments in any discipline

Learning specialized vocabulary

Following disciplinary style

Using appropriate evidence

Using conventional patterns and formats

Making ethical decisions

Collaborating and communicating