How to Write First-Class Business Essays and Dissertations


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How to Write First-Class Business Essays and Dissertations Vlad Mackevic, #1 Bestselling Author in the College and University Section Thank you for picking up this book! I assume that you are a student in a business school, studying Management, Economics, Finance, HR, Marketing or another business-related subject. You probably have an assignment to write and you want to do it as well as possible. I would like to share my experience of academic writing in this book. My name is Vlad Mackevic. I have got a first-class degree and won an academic prize. I have taught writing skills for more than six years. I have turned my academic essays into article publications. However, most importantly, I have been a student and know how you feel. So let me help you. This books gives you advice on the following aspects of academic writing: I want to help you become successful students. How to understand/create essay and dissertation questions How to structure and plan your academic assignments How to write a good introduction and a powerful conclusion How to write a literature review How to write critically and what that actually means How to do research in an effective manner How to collect and analyse your data How to discuss your findings How to write essays under exam conditions How to write faster, more efficiently, in an organised manner The book outlines tried and tested tips, tricks and techniques that will help you obtain the highest score for your academic assignments. If you want to know how to write an essay or dissertation that will help you get a first, read this book now! Read what others have to say about Vlad's books: Adrian Goldsmith: I used this to write my first assignment on my degree - and scored 82% - very happy: ) Alia: I found this book really informative and helpful and took on its advice to achieve a high grade. Karolina: Great book, it really helped me to write my essays. Will need to read that again before my spring submissions deadlines: ) Mrs Raj K Rattu: The book is so easy to read, there is no waffle and gets straight to it! I wish he had one of how to write a dissertation as I am writing mine after the January exam season! Thanks Vlad Mackevic! Nuru: Lifesaver! Read this book before an essay submission and I was able to write an essay in record time simply because I knew what I needed to bear in mind to write it. Miss Kaur: I have been lucky enough to attend a lecture from the author of this book and I then went on to read "From Confusion to Conclusion. How to Write a First-Class Essay." The book is very easy to read and rather than being patronising and judgemental, it is like listening to advice from an old friend. As soon as I started reading I didn't put the book down till the end, and have found it extremely helpful as a second year University student. Available in Paperback and Kindle editions!




How to Write a Thesis


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The wise and witty guide to researching and writing a thesis, by the bestselling author of The Name of the Rose—now published in English for the first time. Learn the art of the thesis from a giant of Italian literature and philosophy—from choosing a topic to organizing a work schedule to writing the final draft. By the time Umberto Eco published his best-selling novel The Name of the Rose, he was one of Italy’s most celebrated intellectuals, a distinguished academic, and the author of influential works on semiotics. Some years before that, Eco published a little book for his students, in which he offered useful advice on all the steps involved in researching and writing a thesis. Since then, it has been translated into 17 languages—and is now for the first time presented in English. Eco’s approach is anything but dry and academic. He not only offers practical advice but also considers larger questions about the value of the thesis-writing exercise in six different parts: • The Definition and Purpose of a Thesis • Choosing the Topic • Conducting the Research • The Work Plan and the Index Cards • Writing the Thesis • The Final Draft Eco advises students how to avoid “thesis neurosis” and he answers the important question “Must You Read Books?” He reminds students “You are not Proust” and “Write everything that comes into your head, but only in the first draft.” Of course, there was no Internet in 1977, but Eco’s index card research system offers important lessons about critical thinking and information curating for students of today who may be burdened by Big Data. Irreverent and often hilarious, How to Write a Thesis is unlike any other writing manual and belongs on the bookshelves of students, teachers, writers, and Eco fans everywhere.




How to Write a First-Class Dissertation


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Why do you need to read this book? Because you are at university. Because you are a final year student. Because you have to write a dissertation. As simple as that. The final year is the hardest year of university - and your dissertation is the most important piece of academic writing in your entire degree course. Writing 10,000 words is no small task. First of all, you are supposed to come up with your own dissertation topic. How to make one that is easy to answer? Then you are assigned a supervisor to guide you, who tells you that you need to write a literature review and be more critical. However, more often than not you are supposed to figure out what a literature review is and how to be critical all by yourself. In this book, Vlad Mackevic, a First Class graduate, shares his experience acquired whilst studying and working as an academic writing mentor. This book will help you find answers the following questions: How do you create a simple, manageable dissertation question and then answer it? How to write critically? And what does it even mean? What on Earth is a literature review? Why do you need to write your introduction at the end? How do you make the research process as efficient as possible? and finally... How to come out victorious out the battle for final year grades? Enjoy reading and writing! Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1. Dissertation: What Do You Get Marks For? Chapter 2. The Topic and the Title 2.1. Narrow Your Scope Down 2.2. Object, Context, Method Chapter 3. The Structure of Your Dissertation 3.1. The Funnel and the Hourglass 3.2. The Structure of Your Dissertation Chapter 4. The Abstract and the Introduction 4.1. What Is an Abstract and What Should It Include? 4.2. What Is an Introduction? 4.3. Why Should You Write the Introduction at the End? Chapter 5. The Literature Review 5.1. What Is a Literature Review? 5.2. Why Do You Need a Literature Review? 5.3. A Critical Literature Review 5.4. The Structure of the Literature Review 5.5. Examples of Good and Bad Literature Reviews Chapter 6. Methodology 6.1. The Data 6.2. The Participants 6.3. The Research Process and Methods 6.4. Research-Related Dangers Chapter 7. Analysis and Discussion 7.1. Analysis 7.2. Discussion Chapter 8. The Conclusion Chapter 9. Referencing 9.1. What Is Referencing? 9.2. Why Do We Need Referencing? 9.3. Main Referencing Systems Chapter 10. The Writing Process 10.1. Planning and Structuring Your Assignment10.2. How Do You Write a Paragraph?Chapter 11. The Language of AcademiaChapter 12. Writing Tips12.1. The Researcher's Point of View12.2. The Grammarian's Point of View12.3. The Writer's Point of View Chapter 13. Formatting and PresentationConclusion About the Author




How to Write: Successful Essays, Dissertations, and Exams


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This book provides students of all levels with essential and easy-to-follow guidance on how to plan, research, and write essays, dissertations, and exams. Taking you step by step through the process, from understanding a title or choosing your own, planning what to say and how to say it, right through to writing a strong conclusion, this book breaks down the process of essay writing and makes it manageable for everyone. It displays information clearly and features charts, diagrams, examples, handy hints, pitfalls to avoid, and separate 'in-depth' chapters specifically for anyone wanting to develop their essay writing skills even further. It also includes advice on setting out footnotes, references, and bibliographies, printing and editing the final draft, presentation, deadlines, time management, and good exam practice. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to explain how digital resources can be used to improve your essay technique e.g. how to research efficiently using the internet, how to use your library's electronic catalogue, and how to use electronic referencing systems. The structure of this new edition has been overhauled to make it even easier to find the information you are looking for, as the two parts have been integrated and now include helpful end of chapter summaries to recap the key points. New to this edition is a list of essay 'FAQs', submitted by real students, with answers directing you straight to the sections you need. Practical, accessible, and written by an author with extensive teaching experience, this book is a cure for essay panic and essential for students wanting to write a successful essay, whether at school or university.




How to Write Essays and Dissertations


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The first book that literature students should read, this guide reveals the distinct set of skills, conventions and methods of essay and dissertation writing. Taking students through the various stages of writing, from planning to final submission, it offers specific guidelines and a lively, detailed commentary on actual examples of student work at each stage.




How To Write An Assignment, 8th Edition


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This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations. It covers: * Thoroughly understanding the title, question or brief *Choosing the right format for your assignment *Producing an outline plan *Researching and taking notes *Drafting the structure and improving your style * Presenting the final assignment / Examples and mini case studies show the difference between good and bad practice. Self-evaluation exercises ensure you stay on the right track.




Reflecting on Practice


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Student teachers face many challenges when they practice teaching in another teacher's classroom. This book aims to assist student teachers to reflect deeply upon their professional practice and broader issues confronting school education.




Developing Quality Dissertations in the Humanities


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This is one of three short booklets designed to be given to graduate students as they begin their studies. These booklets explain the purposes of the dissertation and the criteria by which it will be assessed. They help students understand the context of their course work; the need to take an active role in shaping their studies; and the importance of thinking ahead about the components of the dissertation and the quality of scholarship they will need to demonstrate.These booklets are intended to support the dissertation research and writing process by providing faculty and advisors with guidelines for setting clear expectations for student performance, and with a model for helping students produce the desired quality of work. They encourage dialogue between faculty and students about the quality of the components of their dissertation project. They include rubrics that students can use to self-assess their work and that can aid faculty in providing focused feedback.Setting explicit targets and benchmarks of excellence of the sort advocated in these booklets will enable departments and universities to respond to demands for accountability with clear criteria for, and evidence of, success; and will raise the overall quality of student performance.




From Confusion to Conclusion. How to Write a First-Class Essay


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From Confusion to Conlusion: How to Write a First-Class Essay WAIT! I have the second edition of this book for the same price here on Amazon. In addition to the content of this book that has received many positive reviews, it also has exercises that can help you understand the writing process better, as well as links to additional materials online. It covers the writing process in more depth. Why have I written this book, and why do you need to read it? My name is Vlad Mackevic. I hold a first class degree. I have spent three years teaching academic writing to students. I published three academic papers before I graduated. However, the main reason why I have written this book is because I have been a student - as worried Fresher, a confident second year and a doubtful Finalist. I know what it's like. And I want to share my experience and the lessons I have learnt about academic writing with you. #1 Bestseller in the College and University Section! 4.7 Stars Overall Rating. Here's what this book will teach you: How to answer absolutely any essay (and exam) question How to create an easy-to-answer question for a research report or dissertation How to write critically, and what that actually means Why you need to write your introduction at the end How to reference How to get a first without suffering from overwork. The book outlines tried and tested tips, tricks and techniques that will help you obtain the highest score for your academic assignments. If you want to know how to write an essay that will help you get a first, read this book now! Read what others have to say about the book: Alia: I found this book really informative and helpful and took on its advice to achieve a high grade. Karolina: Great book, it really helped me to write my essays. Will need to read that again before my spring submissions deadlines :) Mrs Raj K Rattu: The book is so easy to read, there is no waffle and gets straight to it! I wish he had one of how to write a dissertation as I am writing mine after the January exam season! Thanks Vlad Mackevic! Nuru: Lifesaver! Read this book before an essay submission and I was able to write an essay in record time simply because I knew what I needed to bear in mind to write it. Miss Kaur: I have been lucky enough to attend a lecture from the author of this book and I then went on to read "From Confusion to Conclusion. How to Write a First-Class Essay". The book is very easy to read and rather than being patronising and judgemental, it is like listening to advice from an old friend. As soon as I started reading I didn't put the book down till the end, and have found it extremely helpful as a second year University student. Available in Paperback and Kindle editions!




Write Great Essays and Dissertations: Teach Yourself Ebook Epub


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Write Winning Essays and Dissertations is an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to improve their assessed written work. Whether you are in desperate need of help or just want advice on improving your writing style, this book will prove useful throughout your academic career and beyond. It will show you how to plan your work so that your argument is expressed clearly, how to use language to best effect and how to get the most out of your sources. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of psychology. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.