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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1. Verfasser: Gruba, Paul (VerfasserIn)
Weitere Verfasser: Zobel, Justin (VerfasserIn)
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Sprache:eng
Veröffentlicht: Cham Springer 2017
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Zusammenfassung: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
Transition To A Minor Thesis -- Getting Organized -- The Structure Of A Minor Thesis -- A Strong Beginning -- Situating The Study -- Explaining The Investigation -- Presenting The Outcome -- Wrapping It Up -- Before You Submit
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Beschreibung:xiii, 95 Seiten
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ISBN:3319618539
3-319-61853-9
9783319618531
978-3-319-61853-1