Writing Your Thesis

Informationen zum Autor Paul Oliver is an academic writer and researcher. He has either authored or edited 19 books in the areas of Research Methods, Education, Philosophy and Religion. He has had books translated into seven languages. For many years a lecturer at the University of Huddersfield, he was course leader there for the Doctor of Education programme. He has wide experience of both supervising and examining master's and doctoral theses. Klappentext Expert guidance for postgraduate and research students on how to plan, prepare and produce a thesis or dissertation. 'Paul's book was a lifeline during my doctorate: it is now the first book that I recommend for my research students! His book is easily accessible, full of practical advice, and provides useful study strategies to carefully guide you - this third edition is a valuable asset wherever you are on your doctoral journey.' Zusammenfassung Expert guidance for postgraduate and research students on how to plan! prepare and produce a thesis or dissertation. Inhaltsverzeichnis PART ONE: THE PROCESS OF ACADEMIC WRITING The Research Thesis The Intellectual Content Of The Thesis Organizing Your Work The Role Of The Supervisor Your Role As A Student Grammar, Punctuation And Conventions Of Academic Writing Layout Of The Thesis PART TWO: WRITING YOUR THESIS The Preliminary Pages And The Introduction The Literature Review General Issues Concerning The Literature Review Online Literature Searching Methodology The Data Analysis Chapters The Conclusion Completing The Thesis Publishing Findings During Preparation Of The Thesis The Oral Examination

Product details

• Authors: Paul Oliver
• Assisted by: Paul Oliver (Editor)
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 12.08.2013
• EAN: 9781446267851
• ISBN: 978-1-4462-6785-1
• No. of pages: 248
• Series: Sage Study Skills Series; Sage Study Skills Series; Student Success
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system; Humanities, art, music > Humanities (general); Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Applied psychology; LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Study & Teaching, Study & learning skills: general, Language learning: writing skills, Writing skills, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Writing / General, STUDY AIDS / Study & Test-Taking Skills, Study and learning skills: general