Overview

Here is the first book every prospective doctoral candidate should read. Many students have praised this title's two previous editions for their ability to convey a sense of order and structure to the formidable task of dissertation writing. This new edition has been updated to account for recent advances in digital technology and the realities of today's academic world, it presents solid advice on:
  • Selecting an advisor and a dissertation committee
  • Selecting a dissertation topic
  • Investigating existing knowledge on the topic
  • Making a dissertation proposal
  • Budgeting and scheduling time for research and writing
  • Working with the advisor and dissertation committee
  • Managing dissertation activities
  • Defending and publishing the dissertation

The authors also offer detailed advice on using computer software for storing, retrieving, and analyzing data, as well as for writing the dissertation.

ISBN-13

9780764147876

ISBN-10

0764147870

Weight

0.45 Pounds

Dimensions

5.25 x 0.50 x 7.75 In

List Price

$12.99

Edition

3rd Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

192 pages

Publisher

Barron's Educational Series

Published On

2012-09-01



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