How To Write Your First Thesis
Nonfiction, Computers, Advanced Computing, Computer Science, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Educational Theory, Educational Psychology, General Computing
| Author: | Paul Gruba, Justin Zobel | ISBN: | 9783319618548 |
| Publisher: | Springer International Publishing | Publication: | August 24, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Springer | Language: | English |
| Author: | Paul Gruba, Justin Zobel |
| ISBN: | 9783319618548 |
| Publisher: | Springer International Publishing |
| Publication: | August 24, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Springer |
| Language: | English |
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:
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What to expect from research and how to work with a supervisor
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Getting organized and approaching the work in a productive way
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Developing an overall thesis structure and avoidance of mistakes such as inadvertent plagiarism
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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
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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.
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.
