Effective Communication for Arts and Humanities Students
Published on 6. June 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
X, 210 pages
978-0-333-98487-1 (ISBN)
Description
Students not only need subject-specific knowledge, but they must also know how to communicate well. From that first assignment or seminar paper, to the final report, dissertation or exam, this guide provides detailed help and support with lots of examples and practical advice throughout. Continuing to provide invaluable guidance, even after the course has finished, the book also includes chapters on how to prepare a CV, applying for a job, and how to succeed at interview.
More details
Series
Edition
2003
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
291 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-333-98487-1 (9780333984871)
DOI
10.1057/9780230215788
Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Joan van Emden wrote extensively about writing and speaking for engineers, including two other books in the Palgrave Study Guides series. She was Director of the Jove Centre, which specialises in technical writing and presentations, and she taught these subjects at the University of Reading for over twenty years.
Lucinda Becker is Professor of Pedagogy in English Literature at the University of Reading, UK. She is also a professional trainer, developing and delivering courses in communication, presentation, management techniques and job-searching skills. She is the author of The Mature Student's Handbook, 14 Days to Exam Success and co-author of Writing for Engineers and Presentation Skills for Students (with Joan van Emden).
Content
Introduction.- Listening, Reading and Making Notes.- Good Writing Style.- Essays, Reports and Dissertations.- Small-Group Presentations.- Formal Presentations.- Delivery and Non-Verbal Communication.- Assessment, Revision and Exam Techniques.- Preparing a CV and Job Application.- The Successful Job Interview.- Index.