• C. Analysis: Explanation of the topic, delivered by answering the specific questions posed in part B.


• D. Activation: Application of what you have learnt through a range of test activities.


• E. Personalization: Provision of practical strategies which can be used to apply what you have learnt to your own academic writing.


• F. Extension: Indication of other steps in the book which may provide additional support. This also refers to the resource materials to be found at the back of the book.


The answer key to the questions posed in part D, Activation, can be found on pages 207–224. In addition, on pages 225–236 you will find a glossary, which will help explain key words and terms useful for academic writing. The resource materials on pages 237–272 include photocopiable documents, a range of additional information, extension activities and useful hyperlinks.


How to use this book


Each of the steps should take you approximately one hour to complete. Evidently, exactly how long you spend will depend on the precise details of the step and your existing level of knowledge.


The structure of the book means that you can decide how best to use it. If you are already aware of your areas of weakness in academic writing, and feel you only need support in certain key areas, then you should focus on those particular steps. If, however, you feel you need more support, it will be more beneficial to follow through the book from beginning to end.


However you use this book, it is important that you try to apply what you learn as much as you possibly can. Academic writing is not something which you can learn and then ignore. In order to improve your writing, you must constantly try to apply the knowledge and skills you gain.


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