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Improving your marks in academic writing (academic writing series 4)

Overview
In this session we will cover how you can improve your marks through critical thinking, having a growth mindset and reflection. The workshop will feature opportunities to ask questions and participate in activities. 

Level:
Intermediate 

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand different mindsets and how they can help improve marks 

  • Be able to define the marking criteria and understand what is expected of a first-class assignment 

  • Be motivated to reflect on their academic writing process during and after an assignment. 

Pillars:
Question, Manage, Communicate

Supporting Resources:
Develop@Derby Writing at University guide provides information and guidance on different methods and techniques that students can use to improve their assignment writing. Topics covered include: structure and flow, grammar, improving your marks

Develop@Derby Reflection and Reflective Writing guide provides students with information on various aspects of reflection and reflective writing including why its needed, what it is and how to write reflectively. 

Develop@ Derby Critical thinking guide covers the main critical thinking and reading skills students will develop at university.