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Rewritingby Joseph Harris
Utah State University Press 2007; US$ 15.50"Like all writers, intellectuals need to say something new and say it well. But unlike many other writers, what intellectuals have to say is bound up with the books we are reading . . . and the ideas of the people we are talking with." What are the moves that an academic writer makes? How does writing as an intellectual change the way we work from sources? In Rewriting, a textbook for the undergraduate classroom, Joseph Harris draws the college writing student away from static ideas of thesis, support, and structure, and toward a more mature and dynamic understanding. Harris wants college writers to think of intellectual writing as an adaptive and social activity, and he offers them a clear set of strategies—a set of moves—for... more...
How to Write a BA Thesisby Charles Lipson
University of Chicago Press 2007; US$ 18.00The senior thesis is the capstone of a college education, but writing one can be a daunting prospect. Students need to choose their own topic and select the right adviser. Then they need to work steadily for several months as they research, write, and manage a major independent project. Now there's a mentor to help. How to Write a BA Thesis is a practical, friendly guide written by Charles Lipson, an experienced professor who has guided hundreds of students through the thesis-writing process. This book offers step-by-step advice on how to turn a vague idea into a clearly defined proposal, then a draft paper, and, ultimately, a polished thesis. Lipson also tackles issues beyond the classroom-from good work habits to coping with personal... more...
Critical Reading and Writing for Postgraduatesby Mike Wallace; Alison Wray
Sage Publications Ltd. 2006; US$ 47.95A systematic, coherent approach to developing critical reading and writing skills that are applicable to a range of different levels of analysis and types of reading and writing tasks. The authors are to be commended for the clarity of their writing and the way scaffolded advice and tasks are integrated into the text. The book could form the core text for a course on critical reading and writing and a useful reference tool for the academic recently entered upon writing for publication.' - Educate Journal. 'A very clear, accessible introduction. that will be invaluable to. postgraduate students trying to. engage with reading and writing in a. critical way' - R.M. Lee, Professor of Social Research Methods, Royal Holloway University... more...
Rentz's Student Affairs Practice In Higher Educationsby Naijian Zhang
Charles C Thomas 2011; US$ 76.95?The mission of this new fourth edition is to provide the reader with a solid foundation in the historical and philosophical perspectives of college student affairs development; assist the reader in understanding the major concepts and purpose of student affairs practice, methods, and program models; enable the reader to conceptualize the theme, or the fundamental framework of student affairs administration, its roles and functions in higher education; start the new professional on the journey toward skilled student affairs practice; and facilitate the readers comprehension of the trends and issues of each respective division of student affairs in higher education. Student affairs administrators will find the 14 chapters in the... more...
Writing Your Doctoral Dissertationby Rita S. Brause
RoutledgeFalmer 1999; US$ 39.95Provides practical tips and examples from real life for doctoral students who may not be aware of the problems and pitfalls of writing a doctoral dissertation. more...
Moving On in Your Careerby Barbara Graham; Lynda Ali
RoutledgeFalmer 2000; US$ 68.95Shows what is required to make a continuing career in academic research and gives advice on taking alternative career paths. The authors provide advice on sources of advertised and unadvertised vacancies as well as practical search skills. more...
Research Projectby Ralph Berry
Routledge 2000; US$ 25.95An essential introduction for students just starting project work. Guides students through choosing a topic, using the library, taking notes, writing cross-references and bibliographies. more...
Overseas Students in Higher Educationby David McNamara; Robert Harris
Routledge 1997; US$ 68.95Higher education institutions are concerned with the quality of teaching and learning experiences they provide for students, including the increasing number of overseas students. more...
Academic Keywordsby Cary Nelson; Stephen Watt
Routledge 1999; US$ 39.95Academic Keywords takes an honest look at the state of academia today. Arranged alphabetically, this insightful reference features many of the hottest buzzwords on campuses. more...
How to Get a Research Degreeby Leonie Elphinstone; Robert Schweitzer
Allen & Unwin 1999; US$ 19.60A practical guide to writing a Masters or Doctoral thesis which covers both academic and personal issues. more...