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Writing for academic success : a postgraduate guide / Gail Craswell.

By: Language: English Publisher: London : SAGE, 2005Description: 270 s. illISBN:
  • 1412903009
  • 1412903017
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 808.066 22
Other classification:
  • Aef
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Book Biblioteket HKR Biblioteket 808.066 Craswell Available 11156000170024
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

'Gail Craswell has written an excellent book. Chapters are rich with detailed, step-by-step explanations that will be as useful to experienced writers as to students. Clear, specific advice with concise steps for succeeding at each kind of writing makes each chapter a valuable tool'

- Design Research News

Writing for Academic Success is an excellent practical guide for any student entering into postgraduate study, providing a comprehensive coverage of academic writing skills and communication techniques.

From initial time-management strategies to detailed tips on thesis and exam writing, Craswell helps the postgraduate student to develop their own effective communication methods. Further sections on doing a presentation and cogent advice on how to get articles published ensure that Craswell provides the widest coverage of all aspects of writing and academic communication.

Key features:

- highly practical - illustrative case-studies, exercises throughout each chapter, step-by-step strategies, helpful tips throughout

- strong cross-disciplinary focus - ideal for all students undertaking postgraduate study in any discipline

- broad framework - covers whole range of academic writing from short 'exam' essays to thesis structuring, as well as advice on presentations and publishing. An essential companion at every stage of a postgraduate degree, and beyond!

Written in a clear and accessible style, Writing for Academic Success is essential reading for postgraduate students seeking no-nonsense advice on how to get ahead in their degree.

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Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Introduction
  • Part 1 General Issues In Academic Writing And Communication
  • Managing the Writing Environment
  • Preparing the Ground
  • Reflecting on Current Practice
  • Whole Text Development
  • Part 2 Issues Specific To Different Types Of Writing, Presentations And Publication Processes
  • Research Essays, Book or Article Reviews and Coursework Exam Papers
  • The Literature Review, Reports and Research Proposals
  • Thesis Writing
  • Oral and Visual Presentations
  • Journal Article and Book Publication