Author : Philip Julian Runkel
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 37,84 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780822603825
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Author : Peter Redman
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 46,90 MB
Release : 2011-04-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1446209423
Lecturers, why waste time waiting for the post to arrive? Request and receive your e-inspection copy today! Writing good essays can be a real challenge. If you need a helping hand (or simply want to improve your technique) this book sets out proven approaches and techniques which can help everyone write good essays. Extensively revised and updated, this 4th edition includes new material such as: A chapter on essay planning, focusing on literature searching (using online materials), note-taking and formulating an argument A comparison of essay writing to exam writing The use of academic language, vocabulary and register, and its 'accuracy and appropriateness' A new Companion Website providing additional activities, downloads and resources. The authors focus on answering key questions you will face when preparing essays - What do tutors look for when marking my essay? What kind of skills do I need as I progress through my course? How can I avoid inadvertent plagiarism? What are the protocols for referencing? Encapsulated in easy to digest summaries, this edition shows you how to approach different types of essay questions, addresses common worries, and provides extensive use of worked examples including complete essays which are fully analysed and discussed. Visit the Companion Website at www.uk.sagepub.com/redman/ for a range of free support materials! Good Essay Writing is highly recommended for anyone studying social sciences who wants to brush up on their essay writing skills and achieve excellent grades. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills website for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!
Author : Margot Northey
Publisher : OUP Canada
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,23 MB
Release : 2012-04-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780195445831
This text is a clear and concise guide to research and writing for students at all levels of undergraduate studies. Making Sense in the Social Sciences is intended for students in any social sciences course containing research/writing components.
Author : Gordon Taylor
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 23,74 MB
Release : 2009-05-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0521729793
Boost your confidence and grades with this step-by-step guide to tackling university writing assignments.
Author : Jose L. Galvan
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 24,52 MB
Release : 2017-04-05
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1351858920
Guideline 12: If the Results of Previous Studies Are Inconsistent or Widely Varying, Cite Them Separately
Author : Jose L Galvan
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 18,10 MB
Release : 2016-08-17
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1351969129
This useful guide educates students in the preparation of literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. The authors provide numerous examples from published reviews that illustrate the guidelines discussed throughout the book.
Author : Phillip C. Shon
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 21,47 MB
Release : 2015-07-20
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1473933633
This superb guide teaches you how to read critically. Its no-nonsense, practical approach uses a specially developed reading code to help you read articles for your research project; this simple code enables you to decipher journal articles structurally, mechanically and grammatically. Refreshingly free of jargon and written with you in mind, it’s packed full of interdisciplinary advice that helps you to decode and critique academic writing. The author’s fuss free approach will improve your performance, boost your confidence and help you to: Read and better understand content Take relevant effective notes Manage large amounts of information in an easily identifiable and retrievable format Write persuasively using formal academic language and style. New to this edition: Additional examples across a range of subjects, including education, health and sociology as well as criminology Refined terminology for students in the UK, as well as around the world More examples dealing specifically with journal articles. Clear, focused and practical this handy guide is a great resource for helping you sharpen your use of journal articles and improve your academic writing skills. ‘I have used the book over the last five years with my students with great success. The book has helped students to develop their critical thinking, reading and writing skills and when it comes to writing a dissertation they have used the code sheet in their own writing.’ - Pete Allison, Head of the Graduate School of Education, University of Edinburgh The Student Success series are essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to planning your dream career, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips and resources for study success!
Author : Gordon Taylor
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 27,94 MB
Release : 1989-04-06
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780521369053
Designed to help students with the problems they face in their academic writing, this guide demonstrates the best approaches to reading, taking notes, interpreting and comprehending.
Author : Wendy Laura Belcher
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 39,77 MB
Release : 2009-01-20
Category : Education
ISBN : 141295701X
This book provides you with all the tools you need to write an excellent academic article and get it published.
Author : Beverly A. Lewin
Publisher : Equinox Publishing (Indonesia)
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 44,92 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781904768555
Analyses scientific writing in English for non-native and native speakers. Although this book concentrates on journal articles, it also provides advice on the preparation of talks and posters for conferences, abstracts, and professional letters.
