Demystifying dissertation writing : a streamlined process from choice of topic to final text /

Demystifying dissertation writing : a streamlined process from choice of topic to final text /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Single, Peg Boyle, 1963-
Edition:	1st ed.
Imprint:	Sterling, Virginia : Stylus, 2009, ©2010.
Description:	xx, 201 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language:	English
Subject:	Dissertations, Academic -- Authorship. Academic writing. Academic writing. Dissertations, Academic -- Authorship.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/7896309

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ISBN:	9781579223120 1579223125 9781579223137 1579223133
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:	Research shows that five strategies correlate with the successful completion of a dissertation: Establishing a consistent writing routine ; Working with a support group ; Consulting your advisor ; Understanding your committee's expectations ; Setting a realistic and timely schedule. Building on these insights, this book is for anyone who needs help in preparing for, organizing, planning, scheduling, and writing the longest sustained writing project they have encountered, particularly if he or she is not receiving sufficient guidance about the process, but also for anyone looking to boost his or her writing productivity. The author uncovers much tacit knowledge, provides advice on working with dissertation advisors and committee members, presents proven techniques for the prewriting and writing stages of the dissertation, sets out a system for keeping on schedule, and advocates enlisting peer support.

Table of Contents:

The single system for academic writing
Choosing a topic and an adviser
Interactive reading and note taking
Citeable notes
Focusing on focus statements
Transforming a focus statement into a one-page outline
Long outline with references
Developing a regular writing routine
Overcoming writer's block
The role of revision
Epilogue and enjoying the journey
Elements of humanities research
Elements of social science research.