How to write your first thesis /
Many courses and degrees require that students write a short thesis. This book guides students through their first experience of producing a thesis and undertaking original research. Written by experienced researchers and advisors, the book sets out signposts and tasks to help students to understand...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Cham, Switzerland :
Springer,
2017.
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| Summary: | Many courses and degrees require that students write a short thesis. This book guides students through their first experience of producing a thesis and undertaking original research. Written by experienced researchers and advisors, the book sets out signposts and tasks to help students to understand what is needed to succeed, including scoping a topic, managing references, interpreting data, and successful completion. For students, the task of writing a thesis is a transition from structured coursework to becoming a researcher. The book provides advice on: What to expect from research and how to work with a supervisor, Getting organized and approaching the work in a productive way, Developing an overall thesis structure and avoidance of mistakes such as inadvertent plagiarism, Producing each major component: a strong introduction, background chapters that are situated in the discipline, and an explanation of methods and results that are crucial to successful original research, how to wrap up a complex project with an extended checklist of the many details needed to be checked before a final submission Producing and managing a thesis for the first time can be a daunting task, and this reader-friendly guidebook provides a framework for students to do their best. |
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| Item Description: | Includes index. |
| Physical Description: | xiii, 95 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| ISBN: | 3319618539 9783319618531 |