RW 11_12_Unit 3_Lesson 1_Writing in the Sciences.pptx

This course is designed to develop students’ skills in reading, analyzing, and producing written texts that are commonly used in the sciences. It emphasizes the use of clear, precise, and objective language in presenting scientific ideas, arguments, and findings.

1. Lesson 1 Writing in the Sciences

2. Explain how one’s purpose is a crucial consideration in academic and professional writing (EN11/12RWS-IVdg-11); 1 Identify the unique features of and requirements in composing texts that are useful across disciplines (EN11/12RWS-IVdg-12). 2

3. identify various writings in the sciences; examine features of typical writings in the sciences; and write science-related texts.

4. Why is effective written communication important in the sciences?

5. Triad Activity Form groups of three. Read and examine the text on the next slide. Answer the following questions: Can you tell if the wording is objective? Are the sentences written in the third-person point of view? Are there any technical terms used in the text? Does the text work toward proving or disproving a hypothesis? Does the text show that research was done? Present your answers in class.

6. As described in the lab manual, ice was placed in a beaker and warmed until approximately 50 percent had melted. The temperature of the ice/water mixture was then measured with a thermometer. This was followed by a similar measurement of our unknown solid. In part II, water was heated until boiling, and the temperature of the liquid/gas mixture was measured with a thermometer. This was followed by a similar measurement using our unknown compound. To get the best results possible, the procedure in the manual was modified by repeating each trial three times.

7. physiology (noun) - a branch of biology that is concerned with the physical and chemical phenomena happening in living organisms She likes reading on the physiology of cats and dogs. conversion (noun) - the process of changing from one form to another When the children observed the conversion of the litmus paper’s color, they were amazed. 1 2 3 4 Vocabulary Words assimilated (verb) - to absorb and utilize The body naturally assimilated the food taken earlier. theoretical (adjective) - the general principles surrounding an idea or a concept The students try to prove the theoretical underpinnings of law of gravity. 5 veritable (adjective) - real The library is a veritable sanctuary for bookworms.

8. Features of a Good Scientific Text O bjectivity focuses on facts and not influenced by personal views or opinions uses the third-person point of view to maintain an objective tone J argon “the technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group” commonly used since readers are field experts

9. Hypothesis an idea or a theory that is not yet proven supported by concrete evidence or experiments to test its viability what a scientific text aims to prove or disprove Research the process of collecting quantitative information essential in writing scientific papers

10. Common Types of Scientific Text Case study a careful and intensive study of a specific subject or variable in which scientists or researchers identify what leads to its success or failure may have an epidemic, phenomenon, a group of persons, or any event that changes over time as its subject documents all observations and conclusions about the subject

11. Common Types of Scientific Text Laboratory report a formal documentation of an experiment, which includes the objectives, methods, and results a staple in the applied and natural sciences conducted to prove or disprove hypotheses follows a chronological pattern

12. Common Types of Scientific Text Field report commonly done in the social sciences aims to analyze behavior patterns manifested by the subject based on specific theories descriptive in nature as it provides a detailed account of what the researcher has observed among the subjects

13. Sample Outline (From “Scientific Writing Made Easy”) Sheela P. Turbek et al. (2016) Chapter I Is the Body a Machine? (An excerpt from The Story of the Living Machine: A Review of the Conclusions of Modern Biology in Regard to the Mechanism Which Controls the Phenomena of Living Activity ) H. W. Conn

14. Guide Questions: What is the topic of the study? What knowledge gap does it try to fill? What are its implications in the target field? How would you evaluate the overall written text? Does it clearly and effectively explain the scientific concepts in the study? What features of scientific writing are present in the text? Cite details to support your answer.

15. Answer the following writing prompts. Read the text and answer the following questions: What is the topic of the study? What knowledge gap does it try to fill? What are its implications in the target field? How would you evaluate the overall written text? Does it clearly and effectively explain the scientific concepts in the study? What features of scientific writing are present in the text? Cite details to support your answer.

16. Ponder on the following questions. Write your answers in 300 to 400 words. How can the study be replicated in your school/community? What possible situations can it help improve on?

17. Pretend that you are going to write your own scientific report. Gather a minimum of three existing works of literature or related studies about your preferred topic. Synthesize the research in a short composition and explain how it can be beneficial in your target locale or community.

18. Criteria Beginning (1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Content/ Substance The output has no clear introduction, body, and conclusion. The content is not well-researched and not based on facts. The output has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Some parts of the content are not well-supported by facts. The output has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. The content is well-researched and based on facts. Organization There is no logical and smooth transition from one idea to another. Transitional devices are either ineffectively used or not used at all. There is a logical and smooth transition from one idea to another although it can still be improved. Some transitional devices are effectively used in the essay. There is a logical and smooth transition from one idea to another. Transitional devices are effectively used in the essay.

19. Criteria Beginning (1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Unity Many details given are irrelevant or unrelated to the topic. A detail or two are irrelevant or unrelated to the topic. All the given ideas are clearly related to the topic. Language There are 5 or more errors in spelling, mechanics, grammar, and language usage. The essay is difficult to understand. There are 3 to 4 errors in spelling, mechanics, grammar, and language usage. The essay is easy to understand. There are two or fewer errors in spelling, mechanics, grammar, and language usage. The essay is easy to understand. Score:

20. Values Integration How can your knowledge of scientific writing help you become more objective when making decisions?

21. Form groups of three members each. Watch two videos about human development and identify the features of writing in the sciences that are present in the video. You may choose from the videos in this playlist . Explain how your knowledge about writing in the sciences can be utilized in delivering an informative speech related to science. Prepare for a four- to five-minute presentation. After the activity, answer the following questions: What points are recurring in the presentations? What have you learned about writing in the sciences from this activity?

22. Assignment W atch the video "The Secret to Understanding Humans | Larry C. Rosen | TEDxsalinas." Answer the following questions in 300 to 400 words: How is the topic in the video related to the sciences? How can this format of sharing information be beneficial to the audience? What can this format contribute to writing in the sciences? You will be graded based on the rubric on the next slide.

23. Criteria Score Content (Each question is answered well, and ideas are clearly explained.) 5 pts. Organization (Logical progression of details/events; clear transitions between ideas) 3 pts. Language (Use of proper spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice) 2 pts. Score : /10