Success in academic writing
Day, Trevor, 1955-,
Success in academic writing [electronic resource] / Trevor Day. - Second edition. - xiii, 228 pages : illustrations (black and white) - Palgrave study skills . - Palgrave study skills. .
Previous edition: 2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This is a concise and practical guide to writing essays, reports, presentations, papers and dissertations at university. It provides a step-by-step guide to the writing process, from understanding the task, through researching, reading and planning, to drafting and composing, reviewing and editing copy. This concise and practical guide takes students step-by-step through the writing process, and covers core aspects of academic writing, from understanding the task and researching the topic through to composing a draft, editing copy and responding to feedback. Chapters feature numerous self-study activities, top tips and opportunities for reflection, alongside examples of good writing from a range of disciplines. By engaging with the text, students will develop confidence, technique and clarity as writers in their discipline, as well as transferable skills that are highly valued by employers. This book will be an invaluable source of guidance for students of all disciplines and levels who are required to write essays, reports, papers or dissertations as part of their studies.
Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
9781352002058 (e-book)
Academic writing.
Literature.
Literature: history & criticism
Study & learning skills: general
Electronic books.
Success in academic writing [electronic resource] / Trevor Day. - Second edition. - xiii, 228 pages : illustrations (black and white) - Palgrave study skills . - Palgrave study skills. .
Previous edition: 2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This is a concise and practical guide to writing essays, reports, presentations, papers and dissertations at university. It provides a step-by-step guide to the writing process, from understanding the task, through researching, reading and planning, to drafting and composing, reviewing and editing copy. This concise and practical guide takes students step-by-step through the writing process, and covers core aspects of academic writing, from understanding the task and researching the topic through to composing a draft, editing copy and responding to feedback. Chapters feature numerous self-study activities, top tips and opportunities for reflection, alongside examples of good writing from a range of disciplines. By engaging with the text, students will develop confidence, technique and clarity as writers in their discipline, as well as transferable skills that are highly valued by employers. This book will be an invaluable source of guidance for students of all disciplines and levels who are required to write essays, reports, papers or dissertations as part of their studies.
Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
9781352002058 (e-book)
Academic writing.
Literature.
Literature: history & criticism
Study & learning skills: general
Electronic books.
