Writing an Applied Linguistics Thesis or Dissertation - A Guide to Presenting Empirical Research

This invaluable guide introduces first-time thesis writers to the process of writing up empirical research. To help students understand what content and structure are appropriate for the different parts of a thesis, John Bitchener presents a range of options, richly illustrated with analyses of and commentary on sections from a real Masters thesis in Applied Linguistics. Chapters contain answers to commonly asked questions and ample opportunity for students to develop their skills through interactive exercises.This step-by-step handbook can be used as a core text in seminars and workshops or as a reference point for independent learners.>

Sommario

Background
Abstract
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Results
Discussion of Results
Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix.

Info autore

JOHN BITCHENER is Professor of Applied Linguistics at AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: John Bitchener
• Editore: Macmillan
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 22.12.2009
• EAN: 9780230224537
• ISBN: 978-0-230-22453-7
• Pagine: 232
• Categorie: Scienze umane, arte, musica > Scienze linguistiche e letterarie > Altre lingue / altre letterature; B, Linguistics, Social Sciences, Applied Linguistics, Linguistics—Methodology, Research Methods in Language and Linguistics, Thesis and Dissertation