Writing for Academic Success by Gail Craswell
'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.
Poore, Megan: - Megan Poore is the PhD Academic and Research Skills Advisor at the ANU's Crawford School of Public Policy. She is known for her best practice approaches to integrating digital technologies into both university and school settings, and this includes developing strong digital pedagogies as well as sound approaches to risk management. She has also held the position of Assistant Professor in Teacher Education at the University of Canberra, and has worked as an educational designer at the Australian Catholic University, giving her a unique understanding of the issues that confront students and teachers in the integration of digital technologies into their everyday study and work practices. Megan holds a PhD in Social Anthropology from the Australian National University.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781412903011 |
| ISBN 10 | 1412903017 |
| Title | Writing for Academic Success |
| Author | Gail Craswell |
| Series | Sage Study Skills Series |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Sage Publications Ltd |
| Year published | 2004-10-20 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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