The Portable Dissertation Advisor
The Portable Dissertation Advisor

Author: Miles T. Bryant

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2003-11-21

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1483360911

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"I do not believe I have ever seen a work of this kind that so thoroughly and so carefully examines the important consideration of working with the students′ advisor, relationships with the students′ supervisory committee, and the oral defense. Students using this text will certainly applaud this work." M. Scott Norton, Professor Arizona State University Having problems getting your dissertation finished? Here is the help you need! Getting your doctorate part-time or via the computer makes it difficult to schedule meetings with your advisor, use the library′s resources, or discuss your topic ideas and dissertation difficulties with fellow students. Problems unique to nontraditional graduate students are alleviated with this easy-to-use dissertation guide. In sections devised to follow the conventional structure of a dissertation, Bryant organizes the book to help you locate vital information quickly and efficiently. Practical, targeted, and no-nonsense, this book includes suggestions and tips for: Finding a topic, a theory, and a research method Creating a dissertation support group, plus an appendix listing activities for a support group Using a research library from off campus Developing a productive relationship with your advisor The Portable Dissertation Advisor also contains an annotated bibliography of research books, a list of doctoral studies written about writing dissertations, and an assessment tool for you to evaluate your study.

The Portable Dissertation Advisor
The Portable Dissertation Advisor

Author: Miles T. Bryant

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2003-11-21

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1483363090

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Written for the doctoral graduate student, this book gives you the vital support to write your dissertation when you can't be on campus full-time!

Survival Skills for Thesis and Dissertation Candidates
Survival Skills for Thesis and Dissertation Candidates

Author: Robert S. Fleming

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 3030809390

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This is a must-have preparation and reference guide for students embarking on the challenging journey of completing a thesis or dissertation. The authors, who are both “students of thesis and dissertation travel,” combine their expertise and insights to offer wise travel guidance designed to enhance both the success and satisfaction of this likely once-in-a-lifetime journey. The various chapters provide a realistic preview of how to prepare for and how to complete each stage of this travel journey successfully. Individual chapters on each of the major tasks each serve as an important reference for students to review as they progress, thus providing a guide which will be consulted many times throughout their program. The book provides advice on the most common aspects of the thesis or dissertation process, and it is written in a user-friendly manner designed to engage students and to enhance their comfort level as they journey through their candidacy. The importance of each task in the thesis or dissertation journey is addressed, along with its role in contributing to a successful outcome, and is accompanied by advice and suggestions from previous travellers. The challenges inherent in all stages of the journey are examined, along with proactive strategies for avoiding potential “bumps in the road.” You will not want to depart on this monumental travel adventure without this valuable survival guide!

Prepare to Chair
Prepare to Chair

Author: Gretchen Oltman

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2019-05-24

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 1475842635

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Leading the thesis or dissertation process can be a challenging and rewarding experience. However, serving as a doctoral dissertation or master’s thesis Chair is often a role assumed with very little faculty development and a lot of guesswork. Many new (and yes, even experienced) Chairs rely on the secondhand advice of seasoned faculty or on their own lived experiences as graduate students (both good and bad). This can lead to confusion, frustration, and contentious relationships. Without a chairperson who is invested and who has a clear set of best practices, both the Chair and the student are left guessing as to the best course to proceed This book provides a clear set of best practices for the dissertation or thesis chairperson by providing hands-on tools, real-life illustrations, and practical advice for any faculty member guiding and coaching the student through the thesis or dissertation process.

Dissertation Research Methods
Dissertation Research Methods

Author: Philip Adu

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2023-09-11

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 1000953793

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Dissertation Research Methods: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Up Your Research in the Social Sciences focuses specifically on the methodology for planning, writing and submitting your dissertation thesis. Written by two methodology experts in the social sciences, the book provides a step-by-step guide through each stage of the dissertation process. It covers all aspects of the methodological considerations needed, from choosing a topic or research question, developing a literature review, identifying research gaps, accessing potential study participants, utilizing the right sampling strategies, analyzing data and writing up findings. Readers are introduced to the main research methods normally used in dissertations and their characteristics, and they are guided to choose an appropriate research method for their study, provide a substantial description of the selected method and articulate strong arguments in support of it. The book is filled with templates, exemplars and tools to help students write about methodology in their thesis and to equip readers to successfully troubleshoot any methodology challenges they may face. This compact book will be of use to all graduate students and their supervisors in the Social Sciences and Education and Behavioural Sciences who are looking for a guide to working with robust and defensible methodological principles in their dissertation research and theses.

Writing Your Doctoral Dissertation or Thesis Faster
Writing Your Doctoral Dissertation or Thesis Faster

Author: E. Alana James

Publisher: SAGE Publications

Published: 2013-11-07

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 1483312976

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A doctoral dissertation is arguably the most important journey that students will embark upon in their professional careers, so smart travelers will want E. Alana James and Tracesea H. Slater’s Writing Your Doctoral Dissertation or Thesis Faster: A Proven Map to Success at their fingertips. James and Slater identify the key places and challenges that create extra stress during the dissertation process, and offer effective strategies and tools to address those challenges and ensure academic success. Their map walks readers through each step of the process, including: • determining the research topic, • choosing appropriate methods, • turning a hypothesis into a study, • completing a literature review, • writing and defending a proposal, • collecting and analyzing data, • writing up the study, and • ultimately defending the dissertation. Building on years of experience with doctoral students, the authors provide a comprehensive, yet easy-to-use tool that encourages student reflection; includes student stories, hints, and writing tips; and provides end-of-chapter checklists and ideas for incorporating social media. With the proven techniques and guidance of this indispensable and applied book, doctoral students will finish their thesis or dissertation—faster!

The Dissertation Journey
The Dissertation Journey

Author: Carol M. Roberts

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2004-03-23

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780761938873

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This book is not a technical manual to help doctoral students through the minutiae of conducting in-depth qualitative or quantitative research. Instead, this how-to manual will focus on the practical aspects of writing and organizing a dissertation, in particular, the psychological and social hurdles that are involved. The author uses a conversational and encouraging tone along with plenty of graphics, quotes, illustrations, and sample forms to guide doctoral students through the process of preparing, writing, and defending their dissertations. Features } checklists, organizing graphics, in-depth list of resources for further inquiry, quotations, illustrations, and other user-friendly elements } full of easily accessible, practical advice that is administered in small bites. } conversational, warm, and personal writing style unique to this genre.

Mapping Your Thesis
Mapping Your Thesis

Author: Barry White

Publisher: Aust Council for Ed Research

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0864318235

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"This book is the complete guide to writing a masters' and doctoral thesis and addresses the nature of interdisciplinary and mixed methods research and the relationship between the two. This combination of research methods is the key precursor to the interrogation and comparison of exegetic (exposition), empirical and qualitative approaches to writing."--Pub. desc.

Writing the Winning Thesis Or Dissertation
Writing the Winning Thesis Or Dissertation

Author: Allan A. Glatthorn

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2005-03-16

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9780761939610

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Updated Edition of Bestseller! The classic for masters and doctoral students--newly revised and updated! Writing your masters thesis or doctoral dissertation can be a daunting task. Writing the Winning Thesis or Dissertation, Second Edition demystifies the process, helping you prepare your scholarly work. This experience-based, practical book takes you through the process one step at a time! Newly revised and updated, this edition uses a step-by-step approach, providing specific models and examples that will take you through the complex writing process. Included are chapters on: Laying the groundwork for the thesis or dissertation Organizing and scheduling your work Peer collaboration Using technology Developing and defending your work Conducting quality research and writing a winning report Defending and publishing your dissertation Solving problems throughout the dissertation process This excellentresource, used in its first edition by tens of thousands of students, will provide you with clear direction for structuring a winning thesis or dissertation.

Elements of Inquiry
Elements of Inquiry

Author: Peter J Burke

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-09-15

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 135196853X

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• Fundamental concepts and rules of research are explained for both consumers and producers of research reports. • The philosophical basis of research is examined and set forth as the foundation of a formal method of inquiry. • Clearly presents guidelines for research and demonstrates their use in the design and improvement of programs. • Provides guidance on what one should do as well as on what one should not to do in conducting research. • Numerous practical examples amply demonstrate the principles presented in this book. • End-of-chapter exercises provide an opportunity to apply the constructs discussed in the chapters. • An Instructor’s Guide is included with your examination copy. Table of Contents Part I: The Beginning Chapter 1: Research As Inquiry Chapter 2: Consuming Research Part II The Rules Chapter 3: The Theoretical Basis of Research Chapter 4: The Purpose of the Study Chapter 5: The Design of the Study Chapter 6: Know the Evidence Chapter 7: Know the Evidence Source Chapter 8: Gather the Evidence Chapter 9: Review the Evidence Chapter 10: Display the Findings Chapter 11: Answer the Question Chapter 12: Determine Closure Part III Resources Chapter 13: Research in Action Chapter 14: Annotated Bibliography Glossary Composite Bibliography Subject Index Appendix