Combining a theoretical approach with practical activities, this book is invaluable for nursing and midwifery students and will help them to master the basics of writing at university. It equips students with the skills needed to examine cognitive processes such as reflection and critical thinking and includes essential information on referencing correctly and avoiding plagiarism. Going beyond the traditional essay, it provides support and guidance on producing care critiques, action plans, portfolios and journal article reviews alongside complex argumentative writing and undergraduate dissertation proposals.
Written in an engaging and accessible style, this is a comprehensive writing toolkit for students of nursing, midwifery, health and social care. Suitable for students of all levels, it is ideal for use in class or for independent study.
New to this Edition:
- A new section on writing systematic reviews and responding to case studies for assessment purposes
- Extended content on referencing, engaging with sources and critical and argumentative writing, featuring new examples and exercises
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Introduction
PART 1: THE ESSENTIALS OF ACADEMIC WRITING
An Introduction to Academic Writing
Exploring Academic Genres
Processes in Academic Writing
PART 2: WRITING GENRES IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
How to Write Reflective Texts
How to Write a Care Critique
How to Write an Argument
How to Write Other Genres
PART 3: WORKING WITH TEXTS
Variety in Writing
Avoiding Plagiarism
Referencing Systems
Conclusion: Putting it All Together
Achievement Chart
Glossary of Key Terms
Further Readings and Resources
Suggested Answers to Activities
References
Index.
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A vibrant and practical learning resource for student nurses and midwives who are keen to develop their academic writing. Now in its third edition, Gimenez's book is an indispensable aid memoir that will give you the confidence to succeed in writing and accompany you on the road to success.
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Combining a theoretical approach with practical activities, this book will help healthcare students to master the basics of writing at university.
Contains numerous practical activities which have been used with real students, along with suggested answers
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781137531186
Publisert
2018-10-29
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Bloomsbury Academic
Vekt
304 gr
Høyde
210 mm
Bredde
148 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
232
Forfatter