Types of Academic writing

1.Explanation

Objective:Inform

Purpose:To describe a process, phenomenon，or situation; to outline reasons, causes, effects, similarities, and differences.

Features:Contains factual statements relevant to a given topic with limited evaluation.

2.Argument

Objective:Persuade

Purpose:To forward a well-informed and convincing point of view; to take a position and discredit alternatives

Features:Contains a clear thesis statement, relevant supporting evidence.and decisive conclusion

3.Discussion

Objective:Evaluate

Purpose:To outline and evaluate alternative sides of a controversial issue or argument; to arrive at a well-balanced conclusion

Features:Contains a well balance evaluation, relevant supporting evidence, and a tentative conclusion