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020 ^a9781579223137^c(pbk. : alk. paper) |
050 00 ^aLB2369^b.S55 2009 |
100 1 ^aSingle, Peg Boyle,^d1963- |
245 10 ^aDemystifying dissertation writing :^ba streamlined process from choice of topic to final text /^cPeg Boyle Single ; foreword by Richard M. Reis |
250 ^a1st ed |
260 ^aSterling, Va. :^bStylus,^c2009, c2010 |
300 ^axx, 201 p. :^bill. ;^c24 cm |
504 ^aIncludes bibliographical references and index |
505 00 ^tThe single system for academic writing --^tChoosing atopic and an adviser --^tInteractive reading and note taking --^tCiteable notes --^tFocusing on focus statements--^tTransforming a focus statement into a one-page outline--^tLong outline with references --^tDeveloping a regular writing routine --^tOvercoming writer^'s block --^tThe roleof revision --^tEpilogue and enjoying the journey --^tElements of humanities research --^tElements of social science research |
520 1 ^aResearch shows that five strategies correlate with thesuccessful completion of a dissertation: Establishing a consistent writing routine ; Working with a support group ; Consulting your advisor ; Understanding your committee^'sexpectations ; Setting a realistic and timely schedule. Building on these insights, this book is for anyone who needs help in preparing for, organizing, planning, scheduling, and writing the longest sustained writing project they have encountered, particularly if he or she is not receiving sufficient guidance about the process, but also for anyone looking to boost his or her writing productivity. The author uncovers much tacit knowledge, provides advice on working with dissertation advisors and committee members, presents proven techniques for the prewriting and writing stages of the dissertation, sets out a system for keeping on schedule, and advocates enlisting peer support |
520 1 ^aResearch shows that five strategies correlate with thesuccessful completion of a dissertation: Establishing a consistent writing routine ; Working with a support group ; Consulting your advisor ; Understanding your committee^'sexpectations ; Setting a realistic and timely schedule. Building on these insights, this book is for anyone who needs help in preparing for, organizing, planning, scheduling, and writing the longest sustained writing project they have encountered, particularly if he or she is not receiving sufficient guidance about the process, but also for anyone looking to boost his or her writing productivity. The author uncovers much tacit knowledge, provides advice on working with dissertation advisors and committee members, presents proven techniques for the prewriting and writing stages of the dissertation, sets out a system for keeping on schedule, and advocates enlisting peer support |
650 0 ^aDissertations, Academic^xAuthorship. |
650 0 ^aAcademic writing. |
999 ^aปวีนา ภู่ทอง |