Part I : Quests and questions -- Do you have what it takes -- What exactly is a dissertation? -- What are the ethical considerations in research? -- Part II : Beginning the climb. Choosing a dissertation topic -- Creating your dissertation team -- Organizing yourself -- Mastering the academic style -- Part III : Climbing to base camp. Writing the introduction -- Reviewing the literature -- Selecting and describing the methdology -- The proposal meeting -- Part IV : Final preparations for the peak. Analyzing and presenting the findings -- Conclusions and recommendations -- Part V : Final ascent and view from the top and beyond. The final defense -- The next peak -- Parting thoughts.
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How to reach the pinnacle of academic achievement The dissertation is a tough mountain to climb; half of all doctoral students never make it to the top. To overcome the practical, social, and psychological obstacles along the way, you need a knowledgeable guide and the right tools. This comprehensive how-to guide to developing and writing a quality dissertation provides: Expanded and updated coverage of crucial topics such as conducting a literature review, dissertation support groups, and harnessing technology to conduct research Progress tracking tools, sample forms, resource lists, and other user-friendly elements Thoroughly updated and revised chapters with the most current need-to-know information -- Provided by publisher.
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