Doing Your Master's Dissertation - From Start to Finish (Paperback, New)

From finding a research topic through to the final write up, this clear guide takes the mystery out of graduate-level research. This book will help your project succeed' - James V. Spickard, Professor of Sociology, University of Redlands, US Just starting your Master's? Worried about your dissertation? This book is an indispensible guide to writing a successful Master's dissertation. The book begins by addressing issues you'll face in the early stages of writing a dissertation, such as deciding on what to research, planning your project and searching for literature online. It then guides you through different aspects of carrying out your research and writing up, helping you to: Write a research proposal Choose one or more methods Write the introduction and conclusion Discuss the literature Analyse your findings Edit and reference Formulate research questions Build your argument The book offers guidance that other books often miss, from dealing with emotional blocks, to ways of identifying your strengths and weaknesses, and improving your writing. It addresses the social aspects of the writing process, such as choosing and working with an advisor, using social media and forming student work groups for added help and inspiration. Each chapter ends with an action plan, which is a resource section that features exercises and reflection questions designed to help you apply what you've read to your own work. 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.

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Student Success
Release date:	March 2013
First published:	2013
Authors:	Inger Furseth • Euris Larry Everett
Dimensions:	242 x 170 x 11mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-1-4462-6399-0
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Communication studies > Research methods Books > Social sciences > Education > Study & learning skills Books > Language & Literature > Literary & linguistic reference works > Writing & editing guides > General Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4462-6399-1
Barcode:	9781446263990

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