How To Write An Assignment, 8th Edition
Proven techniques for producing essays, reports and dissertations that succeed
Published on 15. December 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
120 pages
978-1-84528-441-1 (ISBN)
Description
This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations.
It covers:
- Thoroughly understanding the title, question or brief
- Choosing the right format for your assignment
- Producing an outline plan, researching and taking notes
- Drafting the structure and improving your style
- Presenting the final assignment Examples and mini case studies show the difference between good and bad practice.
- Self-evaluation exercises ensure you stay on the right track.
Contents: List of Illustrations; Preface; 1. What is an assignment?; 2. Making the right start; 3. Analysing the title question or brief; 4. How to plan and take notes; 5. Drafting the structure; 6. Improving your style; 7. Presenting your final assignment; 8. Improving through reflection; 9. Where are you now?; Glosssary; Further reading; Index.
It covers:
- Thoroughly understanding the title, question or brief
- Choosing the right format for your assignment
- Producing an outline plan, researching and taking notes
- Drafting the structure and improving your style
- Presenting the final assignment Examples and mini case studies show the difference between good and bad practice.
- Self-evaluation exercises ensure you stay on the right track.
Contents: List of Illustrations; Preface; 1. What is an assignment?; 2. Making the right start; 3. Analysing the title question or brief; 4. How to plan and take notes; 5. Drafting the structure; 6. Improving your style; 7. Presenting your final assignment; 8. Improving through reflection; 9. Where are you now?; Glosssary; Further reading; Index.
Reviews / Votes
'... contains everything you need to know to write an assignment, from how to unpack a hypothesis to referencing.' Reader ReviewMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Target group
Adult education
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
228 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84528-441-1 (9781845284411)
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Pauline Smith
How To Write An Assignment, 8th Edition
Proven techniques for producing essays, reports and dissertations that succeed
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12/2010
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Pauline Smith
How to Write an Assignment
Proven Techniques from a Chief Examiner That Really Get Results
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03/2009
7th Edition
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Person
Pauline Smith, an experienced teacher, chief examiner and Open Univeristy tutor, was Head of Continuing Professional Development at Manchester Metropolitan University and a Senior Education Adviser with the Department for Education and Skills (DFES). She is now an independent consultant.
Content
List of Illustrations; Preface; 1. What is an assignment?; 2. Making the right start; 3. Analysing the title question or brief; 4. How to plan and take notes; 5. Drafting the structure; 6. Improving your style; 7. Presenting your final assignment; 8. Improving through reflection; 9. Where are you now?; Glosssary; Further reading; Index.