Academics are not just researchers, but writers too. Using her many years of practical experience gained as a teacher and editor, Lynn Nygaard guides you through the whole process of writing and presenting your research in order to help you make your voice heard within the academic community. Grounded in real world advice rather than abstract best practice, Nygaard demonstrates a number of approaches to writing in order to help you identify those most suited to your own project. This updated new edition includes: Revised and expanded sections in each chapter More focus on the social sciences A more international focus Updated discussions on publishing practices Annotated biographies for each chapter New illustrations and images Additional practical tips and exercises From defining your audience, to forming your argument and structuring your work, this book will enable you to communicate your research passionately and professionally. Lynn Nygaard is Special Adviser on Project Development and Publications at the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO). This updated new edition includes: Revised and expanded sections in each chapter More focus on the social sciences A more international focus Updated discussions on publishing practices Annotated bibliographies for each chapter New illustrations and images Additional practical tips and exercises From defining your audience, to forming your argument and structuring your work, this book will enable you to communicate your research passionately and professionally.
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This handy guide focuses on the process of writing and presenting data, enabling you to communicate your research findings in the best possible way.
Chapter 1. Introduction: Entering the conversation
Chapter 2. Getting started: Developing good writing habits
Chapter 3. The “i” in (social) science: Objectivity, transparency, and argument
Chapter 4. Who are you talking to? Defining your audience
Chapter 5. What do you want to say? Forming your core argument
Chapter 6. How are you going to say it? Developing your structure
Chapter 7. Breaking up the grey mass: Headings, figures, and tables
Chapter 8. Holding up the mirror: Giving and receiving feedback
Chapter 9. Saying it out loud: Presenting your paper
Chapter 10. Delivering the goods: Following author guidelines and submitting your manuscript
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"A stupendous and scintillating work which is extremely helpful for academics and research scholars in the social sciences. The book guides you through the process of making academic writing coherent and lucid."
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ISBN
9781446282533
Publisert
2015-05-01
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2. utgave
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SAGE Publications Ltd
Vekt
570 gr
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242 mm
Bredde
170 mm
Aldersnivå
UP, 05
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Engelsk
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Antall sider
232
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