Improving Academic Writing: Key Aspects of Academic Style and Referencing
Learn about academic style in English, principles of referencing, and how to write effectively for assignments. Understand the functions of academic style, such as clear communication and showcasing membership in the academic community. Explore a paragraph analysis on making people work harder, iden
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Academic Language Demands and Supports in Instructional Planning
Academic Language Demands and Supports are crucial in educational settings to ensure comprehension and usage of language by students. This content discusses embedding language demands in lesson plans, providing language supports, and peer review activities to enhance academic language skills. The fo
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Understanding CAPC: Curriculum and Academic Policies Council Overview
CAPC, the Curriculum and Academic Policies Council, is a faculty legislative body responsible for recommending changes to academic policies and curriculum. Governed by bylaws, CAPC conducts elections, engages in decision-making processes, and has various committees and subcommittees dedicated to spe
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Advocate for Academic Freedom and Faculty Rights in Texas Higher Education
Texas AAUP Conference, in collaboration with affiliated organizations, fought against new state laws targeting faculty members and diversity initiatives. Advocacy efforts led to legislative changes ensuring academic freedom, tenure protection, and exemptions for DEI programs. Academic freedom princi
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Launchpad Operations and Security Enhancements
Explore the evolution of Launchpad, a key tool for managing SACR settings and user permissions within academic institutions. From its development by CIBER to modifications by SBCTC, learn how Launchpad facilitates secure copying of settings between users while ensuring data integrity and compliance.
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Divanto our comprehensive guide to all things PTE Academic test date 2024!
Divanto our comprehensive guide to all things PTE Academic test date 2024! Whether you're aiming to study abroad or advance your career, PTE Academic, conducted by Pearson PLC Group, stands out as a leading digital English language test.\n\n\n\nPTE Academic assesses your skills in listening, readin
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Embracing Your Voice in Academic Writing
Academic writing doesn't require you to abandon your unique voice. It's about finding a balance between everyday language and academic tone. Avoiding convoluted writing is key to engaging readers. Blending colloquial and academic styles can enhance clarity and audience understanding, making complex
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Academic Freedom in California Community Colleges: Balancing Ideals in Education
Explore the intersection of academic freedom and inclusion efforts in California community colleges through legislative mandates, faculty responsibilities, and the role of academic senates. Discover the importance of maintaining intellectual integrity while creating spaces for belonging and connecti
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Office of the Registrar: Academic Year 2021-2022 Overview
This collection provides detailed information about the Office of the Registrar's responsibilities, academic processes, policies, contact emails, office location, and graduate attributes for the academic year 2021-2022 at Nazarbayev University. From managing academic leave to graduation ceremonies,
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Enhancing Academic Writing Skills: Key Concepts and Strategies
Explore the essential elements of academic writing, such as formality, clarity, precision, and objectivity. Learn to use formal English, avoid slang, and maintain an impersonal tone. Discover tips for clearer and more concise writing, along with techniques for rewriting sentences in an academic styl
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Understanding Academic Integrity at the University of Manitoba
Explore the essential aspects of academic integrity, including its definition, importance for students, types of dishonesty, and expectations in a class setting. Discover why students should care about academic integrity, the various types of academic misconduct such as plagiarism and cheating, and
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Mastering Academic Writing: Strategies for Success
Academic writing is a formal style of writing with specific characteristics such as accuracy, brevity, and clarity. Understanding academic style is crucial for success in your course as it reflects your engagement with the content. Successful academic writers read, learn new vocabulary, and have a s
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Academic Integrity and Resolution Process at FSU
At Florida State University (FSU), maintaining academic integrity is crucial. The Faculty Development and Advancement (FDA) office plays a key role in resolving allegations of academic misconduct through educational processes. The Academic Honor Policy outlines the responsibilities of students and i
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Exploring the Role of Course Leaders in Academic Development and Diversity
Delve into the significant role of course leaders in academic settings, led by Dr. Helen Kay and Natalie Brownell. Discover the aims of the session, the importance of course leaders, and their impact on academic coherence, quality assurance, and enhancing the student experience.
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Enhancing Academic and Personal Support through Cooperative Base Groups
Exploring the concept of cooperative base groups for academic and personal support in college settings, this collection highlights the benefits of social interdependence theory, the importance of maintaining a balance between academic challenges and social support, and the role of creative tension i
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Unwrapping Cheating in Academic Settings
Explore the nuances of cheating in academic environments, addressing assessment irregularities, academic integrity, and the importance of upholding ethical standards. Learn what constitutes cheating, the various forms it can take, and the potential consequences for students. Discover ways to prevent
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Delving into Corpus-Based Information on Academic Speaking
Exploring high-frequency features like chunking and vague category marking in academic speaking, and how these manifest from conversational habits. Analysis includes 3-word and 4-word chunks commonly found in academic conversations. The comparison of academic versus social language use provides valu
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Example of COI Disclosure Formats in Academic Presentations
These images provide examples of Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosure formats for oral and poster presentations in academic settings. They outline how authors can disclose any potential COIs in relation to their work over the past three years, including details on employment, stock ownership, paten
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Mastering the Art of Academic Writing
Understand the essence of academic writing, focusing on problem-solving, deductive reasoning, and evidence-based arguments. Learn the purpose, methodology, and key tips to enhance your writing quality and presentation in academic settings.
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Teachers as Talent Scouts: Observing and Developing Student Potential
Explore the concept of teachers as talent scouts, focusing on identifying and nurturing students' potential and talents. Delve into topics such as academic persistence, mindset, and grit, emphasizing the importance of non-cognitive skills in academic success. Learn how academic perseverance plays a
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Essential Tips for Academic Communication and Conduct
Understand the consequences of cheating and plagiarism in academic settings, follow proper email etiquette, respect office protocols, dress appropriately, and be aware of the stages and symptoms of culture shock when studying abroad. Maintain good academic practices to avoid penalties, respond to em
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Understanding Stop-The-Clock (STC) Policy in Academic Personnel Offices
The Stop-The-Clock (STC) policy allows assistant-level academic appointees to extend their evaluation period for Associate Professor appointments. It also provides for additional time off the clock for significant life events like childbirth or serious health conditions. Learn about eligibility, pro
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Understanding High-Tech Cheating in Academic Settings
High-tech cheating involves using gadgets and technologies like smartphones and calculators to cheat academically. This form of cheating also includes utilizing websites that provide cheating resources and using technology to facilitate low-tech cheating methods. The reasons behind student cheating,
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Strategies for Fostering Students' Sense of Belonging in Academic Settings
Explore effective strategies to enhance students' sense of belonging in academic environments, as discussed in a session led by Kristie Bradford at Lone Star College - Tomball. Discover techniques to define belonging uncertainty, promote inclusivity, and implement new fostering methods. Gain insight
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Exploring Organisational Citizenship in Academic Institutions
Understanding the concept of Organisational Citizenship and its significance in academic settings. Delve into the behaviors that go beyond regular job tasks to support colleagues and the work environment. Explore examples of Organisational Citizenship in academia and its impact on academic careers.
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Applying CMS HCBS Settings Rule to Promote Community Integration
The CMS HCBS Settings Rule aims to ensure individuals in LTSS programs have access to community living benefits. It emphasizes services in integrated settings, individual choice, and protection of rights. Provider-controlled residential settings have additional requirements. Specific guidelines for
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Mastering Academic Writing and Presentations for Success
Explore the essence of academic writing, learn to identify academic statements, understand where academic writing appears, grasp narrative styles, and differentiate academic writing styles through engaging activities in this comprehensive guide by Tharindu Jayamanna.
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Academic Success Workshop - Striving for Excellence
Welcome to the Academic Success Workshop designed to help students facing academic challenges. Learn about identifying strengths, overcoming barriers, and creating action plans for success. Understand the importance of knowledge, motivation, and readiness for change in achieving academic goals. Get
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Understanding Plagiarism and Academic Negligence in Academic Writing
This content discusses the definitions of plagiarism and academic negligence, the importance of citing sources, and the consequences of academic dishonesty according to the LCC Student Code of Conduct. It emphasizes the necessity of acknowledging sources to give credit, establish credibility, and av
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Healthy Academic Habits Webinar on Mindfulness with Ashley Harwood, LMSW
Join the webinar series on creating healthy academic habits, focusing on mindfulness facilitated by Ashley Harwood, LMSW. Understand the concept of mindfulness, its practice, and benefits for students. Explore how mindfulness can improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance self-awareness in academic s
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Reflections on Autoethnodrama: Navigating Academic Research Challenges
Exploring the complexities of academic life, "Leaving the Blood In: Autoethnodrama as a Methodology in Academic Research" delves into the questioning of traditional academic practices. Through autoethnography, the blend of research, personal narrative, and fiction is highlighted, challenging convent
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Academic Integrity Board Game Overview
Academic Integrity Board Game offers a fun and educational approach to understanding academic integrity. The game revolves around values like honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, and courage, as defined by the International Center for Academic Integrity. Players set up the board, place
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Understanding Leases in Medicaid DD Waiver Residential Settings
Exploring the importance of leases in residential settings covered by the HCBS Settings Rule for Medicaid DD Waiver programs. The presentation highlights key terms, provisions, and protections for individuals with developmental disabilities living in provider-owned or controlled residential settings
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Understanding the Link Between Behavior and Academics for Improved Student Support
Explore the interconnection between student behavior and academic performance, with a focus on implementing academic supports to address challenging behaviors. Learn about the importance of academic success in behavior management and strategies to promote positive outcomes. The National PBIS Leaders
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Enhancing Academic Writing with Legitimation Code Theory
Explore how Legitimation Code Theory (LCT) can help identify and explain the expectations for good academic paragraphs. Delve into practical activities and discussions regarding academic writing standards and the use of LCT in guiding student output. Gain insights into the nuances of academic discou
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Understanding and Addressing Academic Bullying in Educational Settings
Academic bullying involves intentional, repetitive, and hostile behavior that creates a threatening environment leading to psychological and physical harm. This initiative by the Graduate School at Virginia Tech aims to disrupt academic bullying by identifying types of bullying, defining roles, and
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Navigating the Promotion Path: Insights for Aspiring Professors in Academic Settings
The journey from Associate Professor to Professor is a significant milestone in an academic career. This content delves into the responsibilities of academic administrators in building strong academic units, the criteria for promotion to full professorship, the importance of sustained excellence in
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Guidelines for Academic Promotions in Medical School
Academic promotions in a medical school are crucial for recognizing achievements, maintaining competitiveness, and serving the institution's interests. Promotion criteria include teaching effectiveness, scholarly activity, clinical service, and active participation in various communities. Meritoriou
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Navigating Retirement Conversations in Academic Settings
Retirement in academic settings is evolving, requiring individuals, institutions, chairs, and supervisors to address various challenges, including when to retire, succession planning, and creating intentional retirement options. Initiating and managing retirement discussions can be complex due to le
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Welcome to StFX: An Overview of Academic Excellence and Supportive Environment
StFX extends a warm welcome to all, emphasizing its location on Mi'kma'ki territory and the historic treaties. The university boasts award-winning faculty and staff dedicated to student well-being and academic growth since its founding in 1853. The current academic year presents unique challenges, b
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