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  • Improve Your Grammar

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Improve Your Grammar

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisPacked with clear guidance on the nuts and bolts of grammar and plenty of examples, this text will help students master the fundamentals of English grammar and tackle written assignments with confidence. 60+ bite-sized units help students overcome common areas of difficulty, such as forming different tenses, using connectives to link ideas and build an argument, punctuating sentences and choosing the right words. Each unit is presented on a double-page spread, making it easy for students to flick through the book and quickly find the unit they need. Short, focused exercises at the end of each unit - with answers provided at the back of the book - make this text ideal for both self-study and classroom use. This 3rd edition contains four new units on hedging, being critical and collocation.Improve Your Grammar is an essential resource for students of all disciplines and levels wanting to excel at writing, and can be used as a self-study workbook or on tutor-led grammar modules.Trade Review‘Improve Your Grammar' is a straightforward, jargon-free, easy-to-use book, written by people who have clearly spent many years noting the main problems that writers have, and who have produced a focused, well-presented book designed to solve those problems.’ -- Mary Jane Hogan * English Australia Journal (review of previous edition) *‘This book is an extremely welcome addition to the Bloomsbury Study Skills series. The coverage is comprehensive, but it is presented in a straightforward and clearly accessible way. Not a centimetre of space in the 150 pages is wasted and the authors have packed in lots of instructive, informative but also interesting content.’ -- Christine Daly * Education and Training (review of previous edition) *Table of ContentsIntroduction How to use this book KEY TERMS Unit 1: Parts of speech Unit 2: Parts of a sentence KEY GRAMMAR Unit 3: Singular or plural subjects and verbs Unit 4: Correct tense formation Unit 5: Using more than one verb tense Unit 6: Modal verbs Unit 7: Using the passive Unit 8: Direct and indirect questions Unit 9: Conditionals (If...) Unit 10: Using adverbs Unit 11: Emphasising Unit 12: Negative words and phrases Unit 13: Gerunds and infinitives Unit 14: Articles: a/an, the Unit 15: Relative clauses: who, which, that, etc. Unit 16: Comparing and contrasting Unit 17: Describing similarities and differences Unit 18: Using noun phrases KEY PUNCTUATION Unit 19: Commas (1): correct uses Unit 20: Commas (2): incorrect uses Unit 21: Colons and semicolons Unit 22: Hyphens, dashes and brackets Unit 23: Apostrophes Unit 24: Inverted commas Unit 25: Capital letters CONNECTIONS WITHIN SENTENCES Unit 26: Linking: contrasting Unit 27: Linking: adding Unit 28: Linking: causes Unit 29: Linking: results Unit 30: Signposting Unit 31: Using pronouns correctly Unit 32: Avoiding repetition of words PRODUCING GOOD SENTENCES Unit 33: Parallel structures Unit 34: Participles Unit 35: Incomplete sentences Unit 36: Avoiding long and disorganised sentences Unit 37: Avoiding too many short sentences Unit 38: Building successful long sentences FEATURES OF WRITING Unit 39: Hedging (1); with verbs and adverbs Unit 40: Hedging (2): with adjectives and phrases Unit 41: Giving a definition Unit 42: Introducing an example Unit 43: Citing Unit 44: Paraphrasing Unit 45: Incorporating data Unit 46: Formal language (1) Unit 47: Formal language (2) Unit 48: The language of argument USING THE RIGHT WORDS Unit 49: The language of critique Unit 50: Using prepositions (1) Unit 51: Using prepositions (2) Unit 52: Creating longer words Unit 53: Using single words for impact Unit 54: Using phrasal verbs Unit 55: Collocations (1) Unit 56: Collocations (2) Unit 57: Commonly misused words Unit 58: Commonly confused words: homonyms Unit 59: Key spelling rules Unit 60: Common spelling mistakes Unit 61: Writing an email to your tutor Unit 62: Covering letters and CVs Key Index

    2 in stock

    £20.97

  • 11 NonVerbal Reasoning Complete Revision Practice

    HarperCollins Publishers 11 NonVerbal Reasoning Complete Revision Practice

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExam Board: GL AssessmentLevel & Subject: 11+ Non-Verbal ReasoningSuitable for the 2024 testsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the 11+ GL Assessment testAll you need to study for 11+ Non Verbal Reasoning in one place! Build confidence for success in the 11 Plus tests with comprehensive and realistic preparation, practice and tests in one book.Be ready for 11 plus success with this all-in-one complete revision and practice book: Clear and simple explanations and study notes cover each topic Methods explained to help improve answers Plenty of quick practice by topic builds confidence and stamina Full 11+ test-style practice papers match the layout and content of the 11 Plus Tests set by GL Answers included for easy reference Free ebook included

    1 in stock

    £12.34

  • Story, Not Study: 30 Brief Lessons to Inspire

    Springer Nature Switzerland AG Story, Not Study: 30 Brief Lessons to Inspire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisMany researchers dread writing. They find it laborious - even painful - to put their scholarly work into words. They get bogged down in the study, and lose track of the story. And they produce uninspiring papers that fail to resonate with readers or reviewers. This book offers an antidote to this problem: brief, accessible lessons that guide researchers to write clear and compelling scientific manuscripts. The book is divided into three sections – Story, Craft, and Community. The Story section offers advice on getting the balance of study and story just right, introducing strategies for tackling each section of a scientific manuscript. The Craft section considers the grammatical and rhetorical tools of the trade, showing how they can be wielded for maximum impact. And the Community section offers suggestions for writing collaboratively, supporting other writers, and navigating peer review. Each section features multiple short and pragmatic lessons, peppered with illustrative examples. Readers can use the chapters collectively to build holistic writing skills, or dip in and out to refine specific elements of the craft. Rooted in a coaching philosophy, we aim to unlock our readers’ potential as writers through instruction, reflection, and example. And we hope to inspire researchers to face writing with joy. This work is clearly written and easily understandable. Its many practical examples, tools, and exercises make an effective toolbox of support for scholarly writers. This will be invaluable to new scholars and help established scholars as well. The inclusion of examples specific to the health arena and the clear, elegantly simple explanations add strength and relevance to this work.Toni Ungaretti, Johns Hopkins School of Education, Baltimore, MD, USA This book is the most original perspective I have ever read about the craft of writing. As its title suggests, it is inspiring. Brownie Anderson, NBME, Philadelphia, PA, USA Table of Contents1. Introduction.- SECTION I: THE STORY.- 3. Mapping the Gap- 4. Citation Technique.- 5. Methods: Where Story Meets Study.- 6. Effective Use of Quotes in Qualitative Research.- 7. Writing a Discussion that Realizes its Potential.- 8. The Art of Limitations.- 9. Bonfire Red Titles.- 10. Making Every Word Count: Keys to a Strong Research Abstract.- SECTION II: THE CRAFT.- 11. Mastering the Sentence.- 12. Enlisting the Power of the Verb.- 13. The Power of Parallel Structure.- 14. Get Control of Your Commas.- 15. Avoiding Prepositional Pile-Up.- 16. Avoiding Clutter: Using Adjectives and Adverbs Wisely.- 17. From Semi-Conscious to Strategic Paragraphing.- 18. Coherence: Keeping the Reader on Track.- 19. The Three “S”s of Editing: Story, Structure, and Style.- 20. Pace, Pause & Silence: Creating Emphasis & Suspense in Your Writing.- 21. The Academic Hedge, Part I: Modal Tuning in Your Research Writing.- 22. The Academic Hedge II: Getting Politeness Right in Your Research Writing.- 23. From Silent to Audible Voice: Adjusting Register, Stance & Engagement in Your Writing.- SECTION III: THE COMMUNITY.- 24. Collaborative Writing: Strategies and Activities.- 25. Collaborative Writing: Roles, Authorship & Ethics.- 26. Giving Feedback on Others’ Writing.- 27. Coaching Writing I: Being Thoughtful About the Process.- 28. Coaching Writing II: Relationship and Identity.- 29. Cultivating a Writing Community.- 30. Navigating the Peer Review Process Successfully.- Epilogue.

    1 in stock

    £42.74

  • So Help Me Golf

    Headline Publishing Group So Help Me Golf

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis*** WINNER OF INTERNATIONAL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2023 ***''fascinating, informative and revealing'' Mail on SundayBeloved bestselling author and golf aficionado Rick Reilly channels his insatiable curiosity, trademark sense of humour, and vast knowledge of the game of golf in 80 original pieces about what it has meant to him and to others, and all the reasons we love it.This is the book Rick Reilly has been writing in the back of his head since he fell in love with the game of golf at eleven years old. He unpacks and explores all of the wonderful, maddening, heart-melting, heart-breaking, cool, and captivating things about golf that make the game so utterly addictive. We meet the PGA Tour player who robbed banks by night to pay his motel bills, the golf club maker who takes weekly psychedelic trips, and the caddy who kept his loop even after an 11-year prison stint. We leTrade ReviewAn informative, enjoyable romp. * Kirkus Reviews *[So Help Me Golf] features Reilly's usual hilarious story-telling with a kinder, gentler, more grateful tone. * Sports Illustrated *Former Sports Illustrated and ESPN man Reilly has always had the knack of unearthing great anecdotes that reveal the golfer and of also putting those tales together in fast-paced and funny narratives - So Help Me Golf is a romp that maintains all those trends. * Planet Sport *This book is Reilly's heartfelt ode to the game: a bulging collection of sharp and snappy snippets... His usual wit and charm is in abundance, but what actually keeps you turning is just how fascinating, informative and revealing it all is. * Daily Mail *

    15 in stock

    £9.74

  • Becoming the Writer You Already Are

    SAGE Publications Inc Becoming the Writer You Already Are

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisBecoming the Writer You Already Arehelps scholars uncover their unique writing process and design a writing practice that fits how they work. Author Michelle R. Boyd introduces the Writing Metaphor as a reflective tool that can help you understand and overcome your writing fears: going from stuck to unstuck by drawing on skills you already have at your fingertips. She also offers an experimental approach to trying out any new writing strategy, so you can easily fill out the parts of your writing process that need developing. The book includes a number of helpful features:Real Scholars' Storiesprovide insights into overcoming writing barriers;Wise Wordsfrom other scholars capture the trials of writing as well as avenues through those trials; and finallyFocus Pointshighlight important ideas, questions, or techniques to consider. The book is ideal for dissertation writing seminars, graduate students struggling with the transition from coursewTrade ReviewWisdom and kindness emanate from every page of this revelatory new guidebook, where renowned academic writing coach Michelle Boyd shows us how to find our own unique approach to living the messy, rewarding process of creating scholarship. I can’t recommend this book highly enough! -- Margy ThomasThis book is an attempt to acknowledge the struggles of academic writing and propel confidence through the development of sound habits. It offers a friendly and intimate companion to the varying emotional and circumstantial challenges inherent in the writing process, and provides a specific process by which to develop more competence and confidence as a writer. -- Raymond BlantonIf you are struggling with academic writing, you′ve already read the other books, and you still can′t figure out how to "fix" your problem, this book may help you understand. -- Christine ColwellI recommend this book to doctoral students and colleagues who are dedicated to writing and scholarship as an addition to their reading on the craft of writing for publication, and as an extension of their efforts to constantly enhance their research and writing productivity. -- Marilyn L. GradyThis is a book on the academic writing process that helps to demystify that process and provides concrete strategies for dealing with the emotional side as well as the practical side of writing. -- Kevin P. LynessThis book helps the reader understand that writer’s block happens to all of us, and that it is not something to pathologize or internalize in a negative sense. It moves the reader to an appreciation of their vulnerabilities, but also understanding that those personality quirks can be transformed into a strength when faced head on. -- Barbara L. PazeyA helpful guide to brainstorming and conquering the blank writing screen. I love the examples and the conversational writing style. -- Robert Dennis WatkinsTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments About the Author Chapter 1: Down but Not Out: What It Means to Be Stuck What It Means to Be Stuck Flow and Forward Writing The Promise of Writing Process Chapter Overview: From Problem to Puzzle Solving the Writing Puzzle: How to Use This Book Chapter 2: More Than You Think: How Head, Hand, and Heart Make Writing So Hard Actually . . . It Is Hard: The Inherent Challenge of Writing Institutional Challenges: Running the Risk of Writing Interpretive Challenges: The Impact of Risk on Writing Chapter 3: Turning Toward Yourself: How Writing Process Can Help You Get Unstuck What Is Writing Process? Stages of the Writing Process What Writing Process Looks Like Using Process to Get Unstuck Chapter 4: Finding the Writer Inside: How to Get Unstuck and Start Writing Again Why It’s Hard to Draw on Process How to Uncover Your Writing Process Chapter 5: Growing From the Inside Out: Exploring and Expanding Your Writing Process Initiation: Purposefully Making Mistakes Saturation: Choosing a New Audience Incubation: Accepting Our Lack of Control Clarification: Taking Your Ideas Out for a Test Run Submission: Leading Yourself to Release Hibernation: Immersion in Play, Not Work Conclusion Chapter 6: Thoughts on Building a Writing Life Making Space for Yourself and Your Writing The Promise and Perils of Slow Scholarship Writer’s Oppositional Consciousness Making Space With Social Writing References Index

    1 in stock

    £34.99

  • Bloomsbury Publishing PLC How to Write Your Literature Review

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis engaging guide by bestselling author Bryan Greetham takes students step-by-step through the process of writing a literature review, and equips them with practical strategies to help them navigate each stage. Each bite-sized chapter focuses on a specific aspect of the process, from generating ideas and pinning down the research problem through to searching for sources, citing references and planning, writing and editing the review. Chapters feature examples and exercises to help students apply ideas to their own work. Whether your students are writing a stand-alone review or one that is part of a dissertation or thesis, this guide is their essential companion. Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/how-to-write-your-literature-review dissertation. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.Trade ReviewThis straightforward book leads students through the processes involved in undertaking literature reviews and offers structured advice for anyone wanting to learn the subtleties and nuances of reviewing literature. * Nick White, Sheffield Hallam University, UK *Demonstrates a sound understanding of the issues students need to address when writing a literature review. A very useful guide which I will be recommending to my students. * Christine Porter, University of Westminster, UK *The author reassuringly acknowledges concerns that I’ve seen commonly arise with students who are tasked with writing literature reviews, and gives specific, practical guidance about how to work effectively through the various stages. * Margaret Wegener, University of Queensland, Australia *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: TYPES OF LITERATURE REVIEWS 1. Stand-Alone Literature Reviews 1: Non-systematic 2. Stand-Alone Literature Reviews 2: Systematic 3. Literature Reviews for Dissertations and Theses PART 2: SEARCHING YOUR SOURCES 4. How to Generate Your Own Ideas 5. Finding a Research Question 6. How to Search 7. Searching the Internet PART 3: PROCESSING IDEAS 8. Critically Evaluating Your Sources 1: The Arguments 9. Critically Evaluating Your Sources 2: The Evidence and Language 10. Analysing Concepts 1: Finding Connections between Ideas. 11. Analysing Concepts 2: Adapting Structures of Ideas 12. Synthesis-Creating Patterns and Finding Gaps PART 4: ORGANISING YOUR WORK 13. Managing Your Time 14. Managing your Material 15. Reading 16. Note-Taking PART 5: PLANNING YOUR REVIEW 17. Deciding Which Sources to Use 18. Planning the Review 19. Integrating Your Review with Other Chapters PART 6: WRITING YOUR REVIEW 20. Discussing the Literature 21. The First Draft 22. Finding Your own Voice 23. Style: Simplicity and Economy 24. Finding the Right Words PART 7: USING YOUR SOURCES 25. Plagiarism 26. Citing Your Sources PART 8: EDITING 27. Revision 1: Structure 28. Revision 2: Content Conclusion.

    1 in stock

    £16.14

  • An Analysis of Kenneth Waltz's Theory of

    Macat International Limited An Analysis of Kenneth Waltz's Theory of

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisKenneth Waltz’s 1979 Theory of International Politics is credited with bringing about a “scientific revolution” in the study of international relations – bringing the field into a new era of systematic study. The book is also a lesson in reasoning carefully and critically. Good reasoning is exemplified by arguments that move systematically, through carefully organised stages, taking into account opposing stances and ideas as they move towards a logical conclusion. Theory of International Politics might be a textbook example of how to go about structuring an argument in this way to produce a watertight case for a particular point of view.Waltz’s book begins by testing and critiquing earlier theories of international relations, showing their strengths and weaknesses, before moving on to argue for his own stance – what has since become known as “neorealism”. His aim was “to construct a theory of international politics that remedies the defects of present theories.” And this is precisely what he did; by showing the shortcomings of the prevalent theories of international relations, Waltz was then able to import insights from sociology to create a more comprehensive and realistic theory that took full account of the strengths of old schemas while also remedying their weaknesses – reasoning out a new theory in the process.Table of ContentsWays in to the Text Who was Kenneth Waltz? What does Theory of International Politics Say? Why does Theory of International Politics Matter? Section 1: Influences Module 1: The Author and the Historical Context Module 2: Academic Context Module 3: The Problem Module 4: The Author's Contribution Section 2: Ideas Module 5: Main Ideas Module 6: Secondary Ideas Module 7: Achievement Module 8: Place in the Author's Work Section 3: Impact Module 9: The First Responses Module 10: The Evolving Debate Module 11: Impact and Influence Today Module 12: Where Next? Glossary of Terms People Mentioned in the Text Works Cited

    1 in stock

    £8.58

  • Cisco Certified DevNet Professional DEVCOR 350901

    Pearson Education (US) Cisco Certified DevNet Professional DEVCOR 350901

    Book SynopsisJason Davis is a distinguished engineer for the DevNet program in the Developer Relations organization at Cisco. His role is technical strategy lead for the DevRel organization as he collaborates with various Cisco business unit leaders, partners, customers, and other industry influencers. Jason is focused on automation, orchestration, cloud-native technologies, and network management/operations technologies. He has a tenured career working with hundreds of customers, worldwide, in some of the largest network automation and management projects and is sought out for consulting and innovative leadership. His former experience as a U.S. Army Signal Corps officer has provided insights to defense, government, and public-sector projects, while his extensive work in professional services at Cisco has spanned commercial, large-enterprise, and service provider segments. Most of his customer engagements have been in automotive, manufacturing, large retail, large event venues,

    £48.68

  • 50 Ways to Manage Stress

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC 50 Ways to Manage Stress

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis practical book will inspire and encourage students to shape new habits and make stress-management a natural part of their everyday routine. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and actions. It shows students how to recognise helpful and unhelpful stress, identify their stress triggers and develop coping mechanisms to ease and manage stress. Throughout, it encourages students to take charge of their wellbeing and strike a healthy study-life balance. Packed with supportive guidance, this book will help students to stay on top of stress during their time at university.Table of ContentsAbout This Book How to Use This Book What is Stress? Why is Stress an Important Issue for Students? Levels and Causes of Student Stress Other Typical Causes of Stress What Happens When We are Over-Stressed? How People Experience Stress Your Own Experience of Stress Using Advice and Support Services 50 Ways Habits Shaper: Track Your Good Intentions My Progress So Far List of 20+ Where to Find Out More Bibliography and References Index Notes.

    1 in stock

    £10.13

  • Higher Business Management second edition

    HarperCollins Publishers Higher Business Management second edition

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Business ManagementFirst Teaching: 2018, First Exam: 2019The CfE Higher Business Management Course Notes helps teachers and students map their route through the CfE programme, providing comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the course.Progress and attainment for all Course and Unit specifications are fully covered You should already be able to' sections and Revision activities' refresh prior learning and skills Key questions' ensure that every student can progress securelyActive learning Make the link' features encourage broader thinking between and across subjects Questions' and Activities' allow students to apply knowledge and put skills to work Case studies' provide opportunities to apply knowledge and solve problemsAssessment and practice you can rely on End of unit material' offers guidance on Unit Assessments and how to succeed in the exam Check your progress' sections enable students to monitor progress regularlyCourse Notes give a pra

    1 in stock

    £21.99

  • Schaums Outline of Digital Signal Processing 2nd

    McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Schaums Outline of Digital Signal Processing 2nd

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe ideal review for your digital signal processing courseMore than 40 million students have trusted Schaumâs Outlines for their expert knowledge and helpful solved problems. Written by renowned experts in their respective fields, Schaumâs Outlines cover everything from math to science, nursing to language. The main feature for all these books is the solved problems. Step-by-step, authors walk readers through coming up with solutions to exercises in their topic of choice. Outline format facilitates quick and easy review of course fundamentals Hundreds of examples illustrate applications and complex calculations More than 300 solved problems Exercises to help you test your mastery of digital signal processing Appropriate for the following courses: Signals and Systems; Digital Signal Processing; Digital Filters and Signal Processing; Discrete-Time and Continuous-Time Linear Systems Supports and supplements the bestselling textbooks in digital

    1 in stock

    £26.99

  • Schaums Outline of Russian Vocabulary

    McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Schaums Outline of Russian Vocabulary

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe ideal review for your Russian courseMore than 40 million students have trusted Schaumâs Outlines for their expert knowledge and helpful solved problems. Written by renowned experts in their respective fields, Schaumâs Outlines cover everything from math to science, nursing to language. The main feature for all these books is the solved problems. Step-by-step, authors walk readers through coming up with solutions to exercises in their topic of choice. 232 exercises with answers Outline format facilitates quick and easy review of Russian vocabulary Exercises to help students test their mastery of Russian vocabulary Appropriate for the following courses: Introductory Russian; Elementary Russian; Intermediate Russian; Advanced Russian; Russian Conversation Easy-to-follow review of Russian vocabulary Supports all the major textbooks for Russian courses Table of Contents1. At the Airport. 2. On the Airplane. 3. Passport Control and Customs. 4. At the Train Station. 5. The Automobile. 6. Asking for Directions. 7. A Telephone Call. 8. Public Transportation. 9. At the Hotel. 10. At the Bank. 11. At the Post Office. 12. At the Hairdresser. 13. At the Clothing Store. 14. At the Dry Cleaner. 15. At the Restaurant. 16. Shopping for Food. 17. At the Farmer's Market. 18. At Home. 19. At the Doctor's Office. 20. At the Hospital. 21. At the Theater and the Movies. 22. Sports. 23. The Weather. 24. Education. 25. Government and Politics. 26. Crime. 27. Business. 28. The Computer.

    1 in stock

    £22.49

  • How to Study for a Mathematics Degree

    Oxford University Press How to Study for a Mathematics Degree

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis no-nonsense book translates mathematics education research-based insights into practical advice for a student audience. It covers every aspect of studying for a mathematics degree, from the most abstract intellectual challenges to the everyday business of interacting with lecturers and making good use of study time.Trade Reviewone of the best books that a budding mathematician could read before going to university ... they will have a distinct advantage over those who don't bother to read it ... it is a very good and enjoyable read * Graham Storr, The Mathematical Gazette *Alcock's work will definitely join my list of recommended books for maths undergraduates during their first year. * Noel-Ann Bradshaw, Times Higher Education *I would recommend this book to all students who are starting their studies of Mathematics as a major, but also those who are still in school and thinking about their choice of university subjects. It is a small, useful book. * Zuzana Hucki, London Mathematical Society *I do recommend this book - it is an excellent source of information and advice for new and existing students about what to expect from a typical mathematics degree, and how and why they should be prepared. * Ken P. O'Neill AMIMA, Mathematics Today *I suspect anyone reviewing this book will say they wished it had been available back in their day (indeed, the two quotes on the cover of my copy do exactly that). I, however, will go slightly further and say that not only do I wish this book had been available ten years ago, I also wish I would have had the sense to read it. The time between finishing school and starting university is short, and in all the excitement of buying your own kettle and secretly thinking how much you'll miss your old bedroom, it's easy to forget the main reason you're going. Reading one maths book won't ruin your whole summer (I hope!), and How to Study for a Mathematics Degree is a fairly short and rather enjoyable read which could give you a head-start in university life that pays off for years to come. * Michael Wallace, Significance *I wish I had a book like this 20 years ago. It would have helped me manage my time and learn a lot more than I did at that age! * Dr Magdalena D. Toda, Director of Undergraduate Studies Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics, Texas Tech University, USA *This is an excellent book, which will be of great value to any sixth-former intending to embark on a mathematics-related university course, as well as to undergraduates already doing so. I cannot imagine a better book than this one for helping students to bridge the school-university gap. It would make an excellent gift for anyone thinking of studying mathematics at university and it belongs on every university reading list and in every school and university library. * Colin Foster, July Mathematical Gazette *Making the transition from school-level to University-level mathematics is hard, in terms of the complexity of the subject matter, the rigour of thought, and the need to be able to study much more independently. This excellent and wide-ranging book engages with all these issues and more, giving a very helpful insight into what is coming for beginning undergraduates in mathematics or mathematics-related disciplines. I just wish this book had been available in my day! * Dr Geoff Tennant, Senior Lecturer in Mathematics Education, Institute of Education, University of Reading, UK *Great advice for students who want to study math. Actually, good advice for all students. And, good advice for adults and professionals too. Alcock's straightforward writing style and practical tips make the tallest mountains seem climbable with small steps. * Matthew Leingang, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University *Table of ContentsPART 1: MATHEMATICS; PART 2: STUDY SKILLS

    10 in stock

    £21.49

  • Developing Employability for Business

    Oxford University Press Developing Employability for Business

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisEmployability is central to all university study; in an increasingly competitive graduate job market students enter Higher Education with their eyes already fixed on securing a job - their final destination. Written specifically for students, Developing Employability is an outstanding guide to the skills involved in job-hunting and entering the workplace. Straightforward, practical, and accessible, it allows students to develop, experience, and refine the techniques that will help them stand out from the crowd as they look forward to their future careers.Students are encouraged to engage and progress through the book; reflecting on their own skills and opportunities, and building up a wealth of practical expertise as they prepare to embark on the world of graduate employment for the first time. Developing Employability is not merely focused on students finding a job, but succeeding at work and moving on in their careers.A ''project'' woven throughout the book invites students to particTrade Review'This book surpasses all others currently on the market.' * David Dowdeswell-Allaway, UEA *'This book stands out with its focus on both the nature of employability as well as supporting the reader through the journey of self discovery and presenting that discovery to employers.' * John Watkins, Coventry University London Campus *Table of ContentsSECTION ONE: IDENTIFYING AND BUILDING EMPLOYABILITY ASSETS; SECTION TWO: DEVELOPING ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY ASSETS; SECTION THREE: INTO WORK

    1 in stock

    £43.69

  • The Study Abroad Handbook 1 Study Guides

    Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) The Study Abroad Handbook 1 Study Guides

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £27.99

  • Studying for a Degree In the Humanities and

    Bloomsbury USA 3pl Studying for a Degree In the Humanities and

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £26.24

  • Thinking Critically about Research

    Taylor & Francis Thinking Critically about Research

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWe live in an age of unprecedented access to information. The last decade has seen an exponential growth in data and material available, often at the touch of a button. However, this has also made it harder to discern between fact and fiction. What is real and what is fake? What should we believe and what should we reject?In an environment of information overload, a distrust of experts, the circulation of misinformation and false facts, and public debates based upon poor evidence, Thinking Critically About Research comes at a vital juncture. The book is designed to help readers develop a critical understanding of evidence and the ways in which evidence is presented, and to challenge the information they receive in both academic and non-academic sources. The author presents a step-by-step approach with a focus on knowing methods, culminating in a bespoke âcritical tool kitâ which offers a practical checklist designed to be used when carrying out research. Also coTable of ContentsOverview: setting the scene for critical thinkingCH 1: Why do we need to be critical? The problem of information overloadStep 1: KNOWING METHODSCh2: Knowing the basicsCh3: Knowing designCh 4: Knowing measurementCh 5: Knowing theory Step 2: THINKING critically about methods: what evidence is there?Ch 6: About the basicsCh 7: About designCh 8: About measurementCh 9: About theoryStep 3: Thinking critically about research: how is it presented?Ch 10: The role of language and persuasive strategiesStep 4: Putting it togetherCh 11: Putting it together: the critical tool kitCh 12: Being extra criticalCh 13: Some myths and Facts to practice thinking critically

    1 in stock

    £36.99

  • Academic Writing for University Students

    Taylor & Francis Academic Writing for University Students

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAcademic Writing for University Students is designed to help all students succeed in writing essays, reports and other papers for coursework and exams effectively. Academic writing is often the biggest challenge facing college and university students, but this book provides all the tools needed to master the necessary skills. The book is divided into four parts, to help teachers and students easily find the help they need, both in the classroom and for self-study: The Writing Process: From finding suitable sources, through to editing and proofreading Writing Types: Practice with common assignments such as reports and cause-effect essays Writing Tools: Skills such as making comparisons, definitions, punctuation and style Lexis: Academic vocabulary, using synonyms, nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs This key handbook breaks down and practises every stage of essay writing. All units are fTrade ReviewThis volume provides an accessible and thorough introduction to academic writing, with content relevant to students across a wide range of disciplines.Benjamin Kooyman, The Australian National University, Australia.Table of ContentsAcademic Writing for University Students – ContentsAcknowledgementsIntroduction for Tutors and LecturersIntroduction for StudentsAcademic Writing QuizPart 1The Writing Process1.1 Writing Basics1.2 Understanding Essay Questions and the Planning Process1.3 Reading: Finding Suitable Sources1.4 Reading: Developing Critical Approaches1.5 Finding Key Points and Note-making1.6 Avoiding PlagiarismProgress Check A1.7 References and Quotations1.8 Summarising and Paraphrasing1.9 Contrasting Sources1.10 Organising Paragraphs1.11 Introductions and Conclusions1.12 Editing and ProofreadingProgress Check B Part 2Writing Types2.1 Argument and Discussion2.2 Cause and Effect2.3 Problems and Solutions2.4 Case Studies2.5 Literature reviews2.6 Writing Longer Papers2.7 Reports2.8 Reflective WritingProgress Check CPart 3Writing Tools3.1 Cohesion3.2 Comparison3.3 Definitions3.4 Examples3.5 Generalisations3.6 Numbers and Visual Information3.7 Punctuation3.8 StyleProgress Check DPart 4Lexis4.1 Approaches to Vocabulary4.2 Academic Vocabulary: Nouns and Adjectives4.3 Academic Vocabulary: Verbs and Adverbs4.4 Prefixes and Suffixes4.5 SynonymsProgress Check EAnswersWritten British and American English: A short guideGlossaryIndex

    3 in stock

    £21.99

  • Lab Reports and Projects in Sport and Exercise

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Lab Reports and Projects in Sport and Exercise

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    Book SynopsisMost science degrees will have a practical or laboratory-based component which will require some sort of final report, whether this be a conventional laboratory report or a final-year dissertation. All of these formats require students to be able to analyse their data in an appropriate way and subsequently convey their key thoughts and information to a third party. Therefore, writing laboratory reports is an essential part any science degree. This new revised edition sees the expansion of statistical examples including initial data checks and assumptions, increased awareness of critical appraisal tools and resources, project planning and a range of  ''Challenge yourself'' activities to supplement understanding and provides a comprehensive overview of what should be contained within each section of a scientific report, and clearly explains how it should be presented. Written in a friendly and engaging style, it guides the reader through abstracts, literature reviews,Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Abstracts2. Introductions and Literature Reviews3. Methods4. Results5. Discussion6. Planning, Referencing and General Writing TipsAppendicesReferencesIndex

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  • Writing Essays For Dummies UK Edition

    John Wiley & Sons Inc Writing Essays For Dummies UK Edition

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    Book SynopsisDo ever wish that you could write the perfect university essay? Are you left baffled about where to start? This easy-to-use guide walks you through the nuts and bolts of academic writing, helping you develop your essay-writing skills and achieve higher marks.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 About This book 2 Conventions Used in This Book 2 How This Book is Organised 3 Part I: Navigating a World of Information 3 Part II: Researching, Recording and Reformulating 3 Part III: Mastering Language and Style 3 Part IV: Tightening Your Structure and Organisation 4 Part V: Finishing with a Flourish: The Final Touches 4 Part VI: The Part of Tens 4 Icons Used in This Book 5 Where to Go from Here 5 Part I: Navigating a World of Information 7 Chapter 1: Mapping Your Way: Starting to Write Essays 9 Transitioning to University-level Writing 9 Writing at school 10 Writing at undergraduate level 10 Writing at postgraduate level 11 Getting the Genre Right 12 Writing an essay, not creative prose 12 Writing an essay, not a newspaper article 13 Writing an essay, not a report 15 Crafting Your Essay: Stages in the Writing Process 17 Stage 1: Analysing the title 17 Stage 2: Making a timetable 18 Stage 3: Gathering data 19 Stage 4: Brainstorming and planning 20 Stage 5: Writing the first draft 21 Stage 6: Revising your draft 22 Stage 7: Checking and polishing 22 The final hurdle: Handing in 23 Becoming a Successful Essay Writer 23 Just write, write, write 24 Giving yourself enough time 25 Changing your mindset 25 Chapter 2: Getting Going and Keeping Going 27 Getting Ready to Write 27 Finding out what helps you to work 27 Organising yourself 30 Overcoming Writer’s Block 32 Challenging your fears 32 Writing something – anything – and rewording it 32 Talking before you write 33 Visualising the final product 34 Forgetting about the essay for a while 34 Sleeping on it 35 Reading something different 35 Getting your blood flowing 36 Doing something that makes you feel good 36 Keeping Yourself on Track 37 Planning large scale 37 Planning small scale 39 Thinking half hours not whole hours 41 Dividing work into manageable chunks 42 Rewarding yourself 42 Getting Help: Using Other Students as a Sounding Board 42 Recognising What Helps You to Write 44 Chapter 3: Working Out the Essay Type 45 Finding Out What to Write About 46 Unpicking keywords 46 Looking for function words 47 Identifying Different Frameworks 51 Knowing what you do for all frameworks 52 Examining types of essay 53 Making your story flow 61 Planning Around Your Framework 61 Part II: Researching, Recording and Reformulating 63 Chapter 4: Eyes Down: Academic Reading 65 Reading Academically: How It Differs 66 Using Your Reading List 67 Knowing which books to read 67 Finding the books on your list 68 Moving Beyond the Reading List: Searching for Literature 70 Using the library catalogue 70 Calling on the experts 71 Using Articles from Journals 72 Brushing Up Your Reading Techniques 75 Reading smartly 75 Reading online 78 Reading faster 79 Putting it all together: The SQ3R technique 82 Reading critically 83 Chapter 5: Researching Online 85 Exercising Caution as You Surf 85 Getting Started: Using Popular Websites 86 Checking out key websites 86 Broadening the Net 87 Working with Wikipedia or not? 87 Finding Academically Acceptable Websites 89 Recognising scholarly sites 90 Determining sources and authors 90 Scoping the scope 93 Being wary of bias 94 Assuring accuracy 94 Checking currency 94 Completing your checklist 95 Searching with keywords and other terms 96 Chapter 6: Note Taking and Organising Your Material 97 Preparing to Take Notes 98 Stocking up on supplies 98 Creating a filing system 98 Working with index cards 99 Annotating: Marking Up Texts in a Useful Manner 100 Writing in your books 100 Working with PowerPoint handouts 101 Finding your own mark-up system 102 Colour coding 102 Making a Page of Notes 103 Selecting what’s important for you 104 Laying out your notes 105 Drawing and making diagrams 105 Creating your own shorthand 108 Stopping the Notes and Starting to Write 110 Knowing when to move on 111 Turning your notes into a plan 111 Chapter 7: Avoiding Plagiarism 115 Understanding Plagiarism 115 Falling into the copycat trap 116 Seeing how tutors catch you out 117 Considering the consequences 118 Keeping on the Straight and Narrow 118 Writing in Your Own Words 121 Paraphrasing 121 Summarising 124 Part III: Mastering Language and Style 129 Chapter 8: Writing with Confidence: Brushing Up Your Grammar 131 Punctuating Properly 132 Capitalising Correctly 137 Using Different Parts of Speech 138 Verbs 138 Nouns 139 Pronouns 140 Adjectives 142 Adverbs 143 Prepositions and conjunctions 143 Interjections 145 Chapter 9: Penning the Perfect Paragraph 147 Understanding Paragraphs 147 Thinking about types of paragraph 147 Looking at the dos and don’ts 148 Structuring a Paragraph 150 Following the process 150 Penning a topic sentence 152 Writing supporting sentences 153 Considering sentence length 154 Ensuring Coherence and Logical Flow 157 Ordering sentences within the paragraph for coherence 157 Making the language flow 159 Signposting your sentences and paragraphs 159 Checking for coherence and flow 160 Chapter 10: Writing in the Academic Style 163 Adopting the Right Tone of Voice 163 Remembering your audience 164 Being modest 164 Being cautious 164 Be careful with your attitude 165 Writing in a Formal Style 166 Using ‘I’ in your essay 166 Active or passive? 167 Avoiding overstatements 169 Expanding contractions 169 Keeping your eyes peeled for clichés 170 Steering clear of slang 172 Using a wide range of language 173 Using the right specialist words 174 Minimising your use of long words 175 Substituting phrasal verbs 176 Never using formatting or punctuation for effect 177 Remaining Objective 178 Avoiding Biased Language 178 Being Clear, Concise and Precise 179 Being specific 180 Cutting out unnecessary fluff 180 Steering clear of complicated sentences 185 Writing statements not questions 185 Finding Your Own Voice 186 Seeing your writing as part of a process 187 Working with feedback 187 Taking it at your own pace 188 Part IV: Tightening Your Structure and Organisation 189 Chapter 11: Preparing the Aperitif: The Introduction 191 Understanding the Aims of Your Introduction 191 Knowing What to Include 192 Covering the conventions of intros 192 Defining keywords and terms 194 Writing a thesis statement 195 Exploring alternative openings 197 Coming Back to the Introduction at the End 198 Avoiding Common Mistakes 199 Chapter 12: Serving the Main Course: The Essay’s Body 201 Developing a Position 201 Using Different Types of Writing 203 Descriptive writing 203 Analytical writing 204 Reflective writing 206 Keeping a Balanced View 208 Knowing what counts as evidence 209 Reading with critical eyes 209 Stating your opinion 210 Incorporating Quotations 210 Using Visuals 211 Presenting visual information 212 Interpreting visual information 212 Summarising information in charts 213 Chapter 13: Dishing Up Dessert: The Conclusion 215 Knowing How to Conclude 215 Understanding what a conclusion does 215 Getting the content right 217 Writing the Conclusion 218 Drawing all the threads together 218 Pointing forward 220 Striking the right tone 220 Getting the length right 222 Realising that writing your conclusion can change your essay 223 Evaluating Your Conclusion 223 Checking your work. 224 Asking yourself ‘So what?’ 225 Making the final check 225 Chapter 14: Acknowledging Sources of Information 227 Understanding the Importance of Referencing 227 Bearing in Mind Some Basics 228 Getting to Grips with the Jargon 229 Pinning Down Your Referencing Style 231 Using Harvard (a.k.a. author/date) 232 Working with footnotes 232 Quoting within Your Essay 233 Citing the author in the text 233 Quoting directly 235 Quoting indirectly 236 Slotting a short quotation into your sentence 236 Dealing with longer quotations 237 Listing References at the End of Your Work 238 Part V: Finishing with a Flourish: The Final Touches 243 Chapter 15: Editing and Proofreading: It’s All in the Detail 245 Knowing the Difference between Editing and Proofreading 245 Editing: Casting a Critical Eye over What You’re Saying 246 Considering content 246 Examining structure 247 Addressing style 248 Ensuring that your essay’s the correct length 249 Proofreading: Dotting the is and crossing the Ts 252 Knowing what to look for 252 Using different proofreading techniques 256 Chapter 16: Perfecting Your Presentation 259 Looking Good: First Impressions 260 Picking paper 260 Perfecting pages 261 Binding 261 Creating a cover sheet 262 Looking Good: On Closer Inspection 262 Choosing the right font and font size 262 Styling headings and subheadings 263 Using italics 263 Spacing adequately 264 Incorporating data into your essay 265 Finishing Off 267 Running through your checklist 267 Kissing the essay goodbye 268 Chapter 17: Moving On: Results and Feedback 269 Congratulating Yourself on What You Achieve 270 Noting what you’ve done well 270 Focusing on positive feedback 272 Understanding What the Marks Mean 272 Coping with Getting a Lower Mark than You Hoped For 273 Dealing with disappointment 274 Talking to your tutor 275 Taking action to improve 275 Taking advantage of other support 276 Moving On to the Next Essay 277 Part VI: The Part of Tens 279 Chapter 18: Ten Troubleshooting Tips 281 Oops! I’ve Written Too Many Words 281 Uh-oh . My Essay is Too Short 282 Eeek! I’ll Never Finish On Time! 282 I’m Having Technological Torments 283 My Writing is Just Appalling 284 I’m Not Sure I’ve Answered the Question 285 I Think My References are All Wrong 285 I Don’t Really Understand the Reading 286 I Hate My Course and Can’t Be Bothered 286 I Can’t Find Any Mistakes – is That Really Okay? 287 Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Writing Essays in Exams .289 Planning for Exams from the Start 289 Managing Your Time 290 Trying Different Revision Techniques 291 Using What’s Gone Before 292 Being Good to Yourself 294 Gearing Up 294 Writing by Hand 295 Dealing with Exam Nerves 296 Answering the Question 297 Presenting the Examiner with a Polished Product 300 Index 301

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  • The Return to Study Handbook

    Kogan Page Ltd The Return to Study Handbook

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    Book SynopsisChloe Burroughs is a Graduate Ambassador for the Open University. Study coach, blogger, entrepreneur, and contributing writer for We Are The City; she specializes in using her own experience as a full-time professional and part-time distance learner, to help people overcome barriers to learning and achieve the grades they need to advance in their careers.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Getting ready for further study; Chapter - 01: Independent learning; Chapter - 02: Embrace your non-traditionalism as a student; Chapter - 03: How to prepare for higher education; Chapter - 04: Goal setting; Section - TWO: Mindset and motivation; Chapter - 05: Mindset; Chapter - 06: Motivation; Section - THREE: Organization and productivity; Chapter - 07: Organization; Chapter - 08: Productivity; Chapter - 09: The dark side of productivity; Section - FOUR: Classes, note taking and assignment skills; Chapter - 10: Classes; Chapter - 11: Note taking; Chapter - 12: Essay writing; Section - FIVE: Exam preparation; Chapter - 13: Exam revision; Chapter - 14: Exam performance; Section - SIX: Personal development; Chapter - 15: Continuous improvement;

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  • Studying for a Masters in TESOL or Applied

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Studying for a Masters in TESOL or Applied

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    Book SynopsisStudying for a Masters in TESOL or Applied Linguistics provides the definitive go-to text for all students studying an MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics, as well as closely related degrees such as an MA in English Language Teaching. Written in a clear and user-friendly format and drawing on authentic and highly relevant source materials with the inclusion of practical tasks and answer keys for self-correction throughout, this book demystifies each stage of the MA TESOL/MA Applied Linguistics journey.Covering practical programme components, such as lesson observation and teaching practice, this book helps the reader to develop the key skills required to successfully complete an MA including:How to effectively manage your timeHow to get the most out of your lecturesHow to develop effective reading skillsHow to become a better academicTrade ReviewThis book will be extremely useful for students embarking on a TESOL or Applied Linguistics master’s degree. It discusses areas and expectations which new students may not be familiar with and, importantly, gives sound advice on how to deal with them. I will be recommending it to my students! Brian Paltridge, Professor of TESOL, University of Sydney, Australia Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Why this Book? 1 Being an Effective Student in the Context of MA TESOL/Applied Linguistics Introduction 1.1 What should I expect? What will others expect of me? 1.2 Developing Effective Reading Strategies 1.3 Planning Your Time 1.4 Accessing Resources and Learning to Work Smart 1.5 Identifying Sources of Support Additional Resources for Further Reading Chapter References 2 Academic Speaking and Listening Introduction 2.1 Contexts Involving Academic Speaking 2.1.1 Academic Speaking in Groups and Seminars 2.1.2 Academic Speaking in Oral Presentations 2.2 Contexts Involving Academic Listening Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 3 Using Academic Sources Introduction 3.1 Why Do I Need Academic Sources? 3.2 Plagiarism and How to Avoid It 3.3 Avoiding Other Common Forms of Academic Misconduct 3.4 Paraphrasing 3.5 Making Citations 3.6 Direct Quotations 3.6.1 A Few More Things to Be Aware Of and Pay Particular Attention To 3.7 Bringing It All Together 3.8 Compiling A Reference List or Bibliography 3.9 Different Academic Style Conventions Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 4 Becoming A More Confident and Proficient Academic Writer Introduction 4.1 Fundamental Features of Effective Academic Writing 4.1.1 The Importance of Clear Structuring 4.1.2 Use of the First Person 4.1.3 Hedging and the Avoidance of Sweeping Generalisations 4.1.4 Use of Appropriate Academic Lexis 4.1.5 Supporting All Claims with Evidence 4.2 Building A Coherent Academic Argument Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 5 Dealing with Different Types of Written Coursework Assignments Introduction 5.1 Dealing with Academic Essays 5.1.1 ‘Compare and Contrast’ Type Essays 5.1.2 ‘Discussing a Quotation’ Type Essays 5.1.3 ‘Critically Evaluate’ Type Essays 5.2 Dealing with Linguistic Analysis Tasks 5.2.1 Which Dimensions of a Task Should I Analyze? 5.2.2 What Form Should a Textual Analysis Take? 5.3 Dealing with Reflective Writing Tasks 5.3.1 The Difference Between Description and Critical Reflection 5.4 Marking Criteria Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 6 Teaching Observation and Practice Introduction 6.1 The Relationship Between Theory and Practice 6.2 Teaching Observation 6.2.1 Observation Tools and Mechanisms 6.2.2 The Observation Cycle 6.3 Lesson Planning 6.3.1 Different Conceptualizations of Lessons 6.3.2 Different ‘Ingredients’ in Lessons 6.3.3 Approaches to Writing Lesson Plans 6.4 Teaching Practice 6.4.1 Peer Micro-Teaching 6.4.2 Team Teaching/Teaching Your Own Class 6.5 The Importance of Critical Reflection Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 7 Planning Your Dissertation Introduction 7.1 Choosing A Suitable Topic 7.1.1 Where Do I Begin? 7.1.2 How Should I Manage My Time? 7.2 Deciding on an Appropriate Research Paradigm 7.2.1 Understanding Ontology and Epistomology 7.2.2 Quantitative or Qualitative? 7.2.3 Mixed Methods 7.3 Completing a Formal Proposal 7.4 What to Expect from your Supervisor 7.4.1 Some Tips for Getting the Most out of the Supervisor-Supervisee Relationship Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 8 Writing Up Your Dissertation Part I Introduction 8.1 Dissertation Structure and Length 8.1.1 Rhetorical Purpose 8.1.2 The Importance of Effective Signposting 8.2 Writing Chapter 1: The Introduction 8.3 Writing Chapter 2: The Literature Review 8.4 Writing Chapter 3: The Methodology 8.4.1 Quantitative Forms of Research Methodology 8.4.2 Qualitative Forms of Research Methodology 8.4.3 Approaches to Data Coding 8.4.4 Ethical Considerations 8.4.5 Reflexivity 8.4.6 Some Closing Reminders Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 9 Writing Up Your Dissertation Part II Introduction 9.1 Writing Chapter 4: Results 9.1.1 Presenting Quantitative Results 9.1.2 Presenting Qualitative Results 9.2 Writing Chapter 5: Discussion 9.3 Writing Chapter 6: Conclusion 9.3.1 A Note on Summarising 9.3.2 Acknowledging Strengths and Limitations 9.3.3 Recommendations for Future Action 9.4 Beginnings: Acknowledgements and Abstracts 9.5 Endings: Appendices 9.6 Final Considerations 9.7 Proofreading Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading 10 Life Beyond Your Masters Introduction 10.1 Going on to Further Study 10.1.1 Doing a PhD or an EdD 10.1.2 Doing Other Qualifications 10.2 Going Back to Work 10.2.1 Updating Your CV 10.2.2 Jobs Using TESOL and Applied Linguistics 10.2.3 The Traditional Job Search vs The Creative Job Search 10.2.4 Working in the Higher Education Sector 10.3 Continuing Professional Development 10.3.1 Publishing Your Dissertation 10.3.2 Presenting at Conferences 10.3.3 Finding Your Professional Niche 10.4 Closing Thoughts Suggested Answers to Independent Tasks Resources for Further Reading A List of Common Journals for TESOL and Applied Linguistics A List of Useful Organisations Index

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  • The Student Wellbeing Toolkit

    Taylor & Francis Ltd The Student Wellbeing Toolkit

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    Book SynopsisThe Student Wellbeing Toolkit puts wellbeing at the centre of your journey into university and beyond. By encouraging self-efficacy and a focus on the things you can control, it provides clear guidance to enhance wellbeing and opportunities for self-reflection that help develop self-awareness and prosocial skills for life.Offering an accessible toolkit of strategies, activities and tips this fantastic, accessible resource considerers wellbeing within six main areas: Physical wellbeing Socio-emotional wellbeing Intellectual wellbeing Environmental wellbeing Occupational wellbeing Financial wellbeing Drawing on research-evidenced theories around positive psychology, theories of learning, motivation and self-development, the book explores what, how and why these areas are key to our wellbeing and the rationale for taking them into account to enable you to flourish and thrive at university. Trade Review"Dr Devis-Rozental offers practical tools to enhance well-being. The Student Wellbeing Toolkit is a much-needed book uniting evidence-based research with clear, actionable guidance. It’ll prove useful to students and professionals who can learn about their needs and boundaries, and how to develop self-awareness."Claudia Röhlen, MSc Positive Psychology and Programme manager at the Drive Forward Foundation"As a dyslexic educator, I’ve struggled with academic texts. The Student Wellbeing Toolkit is relatable and easily digestible. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, lost or clueless about starting university, I’d recommend you read this book. It’s a MUST read for students and educators in higher education."Nathaniel Hawley, Head of Community, Exceptional Individuals"Dr Devis-Rozental has prepared a brilliant quest to help you reach self-actualisation, she will armour you with the knowledge of wellbeing – whether that may be socially, physically, financially or emotionally. Make sure you get your hands on this book!"Fiifi Asafu-Adjaye, SUBU Vice President Student Opportunities Table of Contents1. Introduction: preparing for your learning journey 2. The foundations of wellbeing 3. Physical wellbeing: taking care of our bodies 4. Socio-emotional wellbeing: happy me, happy you 5. Intellectual wellbeing: exercising our mind 6. Environmental wellbeing: interacting with your surroundings 7. Occupational wellbeing: finding your purpose 8. Financial wellbeing: managing your money 9. Conclusion and looking to the future

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  • Taylor & Francis Ltd How to Become a Successful College Student

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    Book SynopsisThis book is your one-stop shop for the academic tools and habits needed to make your transition from high school to college a resounding success!The shift from high school to college can be a challenge, with many students finding the skills that had previously worked so well no longer seem to be enough. How to Become a Successful College Student outlines the strategies you need to level up your current processes in order to foster learning and retention of information in a new and rigorous environment, while also addressing topics that affect your experience outside of the classroom, such as financial literacy and career preparation. Learn how to pick a major, the benefits of getting out of your comfort zone, how and when to ask for help, and much more. Each chapter ends with a reflective activity designed to assist in creating an overall strategy personalized to fit YOUR specific higher education and career needs.This guide is a must-have resource for anyone wTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. You Can Do It 2. Master the Fundamentals 3. Financial Literacy 101 4. Select a Major that Works for You 5. Reconsider Your High School Tactics 6. College Professors are Not Like Your K-12 Teachers 7. Show up for Class 8. Get Organized 9. Pay Attention and Take Notes 10. Do What is Required of You 11. Build Productive Study Habits 12. Work in Groups 13. Don’t Cheat 14. Collaborate with Fellow Students 15. Get out of Your Comfort Zone and Join Student Organizations 16. Ask for Help 17. Gain Career Experience 18. Taking Online Courses 19. Taking Dual Enrollment Courses 20. Navigating the Social Aspects of College 21. Spend Time in the Library 22. Finish Strong

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  • Owning Your ProjectBased Learning

    Taylor & Francis Owning Your ProjectBased Learning

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    Book SynopsisOwning Your Project-Based Learning is a user-friendly, vividly illustrated guide designed to help undergraduate students and their instructors fully realize the power of project-based learning (PBL). This book complements a wide range of discipline-specific materials, guiding college students to identify topics of interest, conduct thorough research, and tackle real-world problems through thoughtfully designed projects. It is an indispensable resource for undergraduate instructors, enabling them to focus on content while providing students with the necessary tools to collaborate with community partners and effectively manage project development. Whether assigned by a professor or developed with teams or community partners, PBL offers enriching, hands-on educational experiences across various disciplines. As the demand for PBL at the undergraduate level increases, this essential guide addresses college-specific needs â from the academic research process to the critical roles o

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  • How to Write Conceptual Papers in the Social

    Taylor & Francis Ltd How to Write Conceptual Papers in the Social

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    Book SynopsisThis book is a practical guide on how to write conceptual papers and use conceptual generalization as a research methodology. Divided into two parts, the book first focuses on the scientific foundation for conceptual generalization, to identify what is a conceptual model and how conceptual models can be developed. Part two focuses on how to write a winning conceptual thesis, covering conceptual generalisation and empirical generalisation, and discusses research problems and questions, and how to analyse them.The authors cover different conceptual and analytical models to offer students a multitude of tools to visualize, interpret and uncover relationships and patterns. For example, they explore the thought experiment, analytical models, empirical causal models, analytical forms and data mining models, and outline a strategy for developing conceptual models to assist with students who wish to design their own conceptual paper. Students gain a clear understanding of the drivingTable of ContentsPreface Contents List of figures Part I. CONCEPTUAL GENERALIZATION Chapter One: Conceptual Generalisations 1.1. What is a conceptual model? 1.2. How can we develop a conceptual model? 1.3. A typology and strategy for the development of conceptual models 1.4. A strategy for the development of a conceptual model Concluding comments Part II: HOW TO WRITE A WINNING CONCEPTUAL THESIS Chapter 2. General considerations 2.1. Introduction2.2. Driving forces in the research process 2.3. Knowledge development Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 3. Research problems and questions 3.1. Introduction 3.2. Thorough preparation is half the solution 3.3. Problems 3.4. Problem-system Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 4. Analysis of the research problem 4.1. Introduction 4.2. The start of the process of asking questions 4.3. Problem relationships 4.4. Problem solutions Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 5. Our mental tools 5.1. Introduction 5.2. Constructs 5.3. Use of constructs in research Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 6. Suggestions for developing research strategies 6.1. Introduction 6.2. The first step in a research strategy 6.3. What is a scientific method? 6.4. The different approaches to research Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 7. The main types of errors 7.1. Introduction 7.2. Problem formulation 7.3. Models 7.4. Analysis 7.5. Synthesis 7.6. Implementation 7.7. Evaluation Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 8. From concepts to hypotheses 8.1. Introduction 8.2. The purpose of concepts and hypotheses 8.3. Mental constructs 8.4. Hypothesis Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 9 Types of hypotheses 9.1. Introduction 9.2. Descriptive and explanatory hypotheses Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 10. Systematization 10.1. Classification 10.2. Typologization 10.3. Classification Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 11. Simplification 11.1. Introduction 11.2. Phenomenon Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 12. Causality 12.1. Introduction 12.2. Cause and affect 12.3. Historical causal processes 12.4. Functional causal processes 12.5. Cybernetic causal processes 12.6. Pattern-based processes Concluding comments Exercise Chapter 13. Interpretation 13.1. Introduction 13.2. The interpretative process Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 14. Uncovering patterns 14.1. Introduction 14.2. Typology of patterns 14.3. Uncovering patterns Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 15. Understanding and explaining 15.1. Introduction 15.2. Describe, understand, explain 15.3. From data to knowledge Exercises Chapter 16. Development of models 16.1. Introduction 16.2. The purpose of developing models 16.3. Model types Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 17. Theory development 17.1. Introduction 17.2. Developing theories Concluding comments Exercises Chapter 18. Reflections Chapter 19: Checklist Chapter 20. Definitions of terms and concepts

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  • The Wiley Guide to Writing Essays About

    John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Wiley Guide to Writing Essays About

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    Book SynopsisThis outstanding practical guide to writing analytical essays on literature develops interpretive skills through focused exercises and modeled examples. The program is tailored to meet the specific needs of beginning undergraduates.Trade Review“Overall Headrick has done the discipline of English a great service in tackling what we all know but seldom get round to saying to our students such comprehensive clarity or so courteously!.” (The English Association Journal for Teachers of English, 1 October 2014 Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi Chapter 1 Audience and the Literary Analysis Essay 1 The Importance of Audience 1 The Audience for the Literary Analysis Essay 2 Exercise Set 1.1 Understanding Audience 7 Chapter 2 Analytical Paragraphs 9 Initial Analysis 9 Analytical Paragraphs and Their Three Components 10 Claims 10 Exercise Set 2.1 Identifying Claims 13 Evidence 14 Exercise Set 2.2 Presenting Evidence 14 Analysis 15 Common Problems in Analytical Paragraphs 18 Awkward repetition 18 Confusion about what makes meaning 19 Working with Analytical Paragraphs 20 A sample analytical paragraph 20 Exercise Set 2.3 Understanding Analytical Paragraphs 20 Exercise Set 2.4 Creating Analytical Paragraphs 21 Integrating Quotations from Literary Texts 24 Guidelines for integrating quotations 24 Exercise Set 2.5 Integrating Quotations 28 Chapter 3 Theme 31 Defining Theme 32 Debating Theme 34 Debating with the text: agreeing and disagreeing with themes 34 Debating about texts: agreeing and disagreeing about themes 35 Identifying Themes 36 Identifying themes in drama and prose fiction 36 Identifying themes in poetry 38 Identifying complex themes 44 Effective Statements of Theme 45 A checklist for effective statements of theme 45 Exercise Set 3.1 Identifying Statements of Theme 48 Chapter 4 Argument Structure 51 The Difference between a Logical Sequence and a List 51 Sample outlines 53 Exercise Set 4.1 Understanding Argument Structure 55 Organizational Paragraphs and Titles 56 Introductory paragraphs 56 Working with introductory paragraphs 58 Exercise Set 4.2 Understanding Introductory Paragraphs 59 Transitional paragraphs 60 Working with transitional paragraphs 60 Exercise Set 4.3 Understanding Transitional Paragraphs 61 Concluding paragraphs 61 Working with concluding paragraphs 62 Exercise Set 4.4 Understanding Concluding Paragraphs 63 Titles 63 Exercise Set 4.5 Understanding Titles 64 Chapter 5 Types of Literary Analysis Essays 67 Close Readings 67 Passage Analysis Essays 70 Introductions to passage analysis essays 70 The structure of passage analysis essays 71 Working with passage analysis essays 72 Exercise Set 5.1 Understanding Passage Analysis Essay Structure 72 Comparative Literary Analysis Essays 73 The purpose of comparative literary analysis essays 73 Introductions to comparative literary analysis essays 74 The structure of comparative literary analysis essays 75 Working with comparative literary analysis essays 75 Exercise Set 5.2 Understanding Comparative Literary Analysis Essays 76 Literary Analysis Research Essays 77 Literary analysis research essays using critical sources 77 Introductions to literary analysis research essays using critical sources 85 Working with critical sources 85 Exercise Set 5.3 Understanding the Use of Critical Sources 85 Literary analysis research essays using historical sources 87 Working with historical sources 89 Exercise Set 5.4 Understanding the Use of Historical Sources 89 In-Class Essays 90 Appendix 1 MLA Format 93 The Appearance of the Essay 93 Documentation: Works Cited List 94 Works cited entries: print sources 94 Works cited entries: online sources 98 Works cited entries: other non-print sources 99 Documentation: In-Text Citations 99 Formatting Quotations 101 Short quotations 101 Long quotations 102 Changing quotations 103 Appendix 2 Sample Essays 105 1 A Literary Analysis Essay on a Short Story 106 2 A Literary Analysis Essay on a Poem 109 3 A Literary Analysis Essay on a Play 111 4 A Literary Analysis Essay on a Novel 115 5 A Literary Analysis Essay on a Film 119 6 A Passage Analysis Essay 123 7 A Comparative Literary Analysis Essay 126 8 A Literary Analysis Research Essay Using Critical Sources 130 9 A Literary Analysis Research Essay Using Historical Sources 137 Appendix 3 “The Yellow Wallpaper,” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman 141 Appendix 4 Selected Exercise Answers 157 Appendix 5 Glossary of Literary Terms 165 Appendix 6 Structure and Mechanics: Marking Abbreviations for Instructors and Peer Evaluators 183 Titles 183 Introductory Paragraphs 183 Thesis Statements 183 Analytical Paragraphs 184 Integrating Quotations 184 Index 187 Structure and Mechanics Checklist 195

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  • How to do a Research Project

    John Wiley & Sons Inc How to do a Research Project

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    Book SynopsisWritten specifically to address the needs and concerns of the undergraduate, this tightly focused second edition guides students through the process of conducting and completing a research project.Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgements xiii Introduction 1 Part I – Making Preparations 5 1 Preliminaries 9 Recognizing Realities 9 A serious warning 10 Making it Worthwhile 10 Considering Your Audience(s) 11 Individual or Group Research? 12 Types of group research 12 Support groups 13 Planning Your Project 14 Doing it 15 The Structure of the Book 15 End of Chapter Tasks 16 Further Reading 17 Chapter 1 Tasks 17 2 Using Social Research Methods 19 A Concern for the Truth 19 Different Purposes of Research 20 Description 21 Exploration 21 Explanation 21 Emancipation 21 Research Design 22 Flexible designs 23 Fixed designs 23 Qualitative and quantitative data collection 23 Demands on Researchers 23 Different Approaches to Doing Social Research 24 ‘Library’ studies 32 Examples from Undergraduate Projects 32 Methods of Collecting Data 32 Examples from Undergraduate Projects 46 Using More Than One Method 53 Mixed Method Designs 53 Data Collection Methods Used in Different Approaches 54 Trustworthiness and Credibility 54 Reliability 54 Validity 56 Research Arguments 56 Further Reading 57 Chapter 2 Tasks 57 3 Developing Your Ideas 59 Selecting a Topic 59 Researching internet topics 62 Research topics to avoid 62 Replication research 62 From a Topic to Research Questions 63 From Research Questions to a Research Design 63 One research question or several? 65 Do I really need research questions? 65 Hypotheses 66 Developing the Design 67 Finding and Using Sources 67 Planning the search for sources 68 Key word searching 68 Internet searching 69 Library searching 70 Dealing with the sources 71 Getting an Overall Picture 73 Ethical Considerations 74 Formal ethical approval 75 Ethical committees 75 Avoiding the unethical 76 Moving beyond box-ticking 77 Confirming Your Choices 77 Further Reading 78 Chapter 3 Tasks 78 Part II – Doing It 81 4 Practicalities of Data Collection 83 Sampling and Sample Sizes 83 Representative samples 84 Non-probability samples 85 Laboratory Research 86 ‘Subjects’ or ‘participants’? 86 Informed Consent 86 Gaining Access 89 Finding the place to carry out your project 90 Making the contact 90 Formal approval isn’t enough 91 Formal and informal contracts 93 Approaching participants 93 Getting on and getting out 95 Insider research 96 Pilots 97 Collecting the Data 98 What to Do if You Run into Difficulties or Out of Time 98 Further Reading 100 Chapter 4 Tasks 101 Part III – Making Something of It 105 5 Analysing and Interpreting Your Findings 107 What This Chapter Tries to Do 107 Preparing for Analysis 108 Quantitative (Numerical) Data 109 Categorical variables 109 Ordered categorical variables 110 Summarizing and displaying categorical data 111 Continuous variables 114 Calculating summary statistics with continuous variables 115 Calculating variability 116 Displaying continuous variables 117 Statistical tests and statistical significance 118 Effect sizes 118 Clinical significance 119 What test do I use? 119 Do I really need to use statistical tests? 121 Qualitative Data 122 Data reduction and organization 123 An example – the grounded theory approach to analysis 124 Using specialist computer packages for qualitative data analysis 125 Summary of qualitative data analysis 126 Interpretation – What is Going on Here? 126 Further Reading 129 Chapter 5 Tasks 130 6 Reporting the Findings 131 Planning and Drafting 132 Research Arguments 134 Claims 134 Reasons and evidence 135 Considering Your Audience(s) – Again 136 Avoiding Plagiarism 137 Professional Standards 138 Language matters 138 References 139 Abstracts and executive summaries 139 The First Full Draft 140 Revising and Polishing 140 The Final Version 141 Disseminating Your Findings 142 Oral presentations 142 Other types of publication 143 A Final Thought 143 Further Reading 144 Chapter 6 Tasks 144 References and Author Index 145 Subject Index 153

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  • Study Skills Connected Using Technology to

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Study Skills Connected Using Technology to

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    Book SynopsisStella Cottrell is an international bestselling author, with over a million sales worldwide. Her other titles include The Study Skills Handbook, Critical Thinking Skills, Skills for Success, The Macmillan Student Planner, The Exam Skills Handbook and Mindfulness for Students. Stella was formerly Director of Lifelong Learning at the University of Leeds, and Pro Vice-Chancellor for Learning and Teaching at the University of East London.She has an international reputation for teaching and learning with her publications for staff and students being used by universities and colleges around the world. First published in 1999, The Study Skills Handbook is now in its 5th edition and has sold more than million copies worldwide. Stella has authored a number of other bestselling study skills guides as part of the Macmillan Study Skills series including Critical Thinking Skills and The Macmillan Student Planner. Macmillan International Higher EducaTrade Review'The beauty of this book is its accessibility and clarity and that it is primarily about how to apply study skills when using technology and online content - I don't know of any accessible online material that does this.' - Jeanne Godfrey, formerly Principal Lecturer in Learning and Teaching, University of Westminster, UK 'The topics are thorough. The author takes us through various aspects from e.g. learning what a podcast is, to how to find and cite them, to learning with them, and finally how to create them.' - Janey Flanagan, Director of E-Learning, Borough of Manhattan Community College, US 'Engaging content, written in a very appropriate tone and style for the modern audience.' - Tony Ward, Head of Psychology, UWE, UK 'This book gives the student the opportunity to see how technologies can be used in carrying out core academic tasks.' - Kate Williams, Study Advice Centre, Oxford Brookes University, UKTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Abbreviations Introduction Studying With New Technologies Virtual Learning Environments Managing Online Information for Academic Study Podcasts Blogs Wikis Social Media Classroom and Communication Technologies Drawing it Together Glossary Useful Resources References and Further Reading Feedback on Activities Index.

    1 in stock

    £22.79

  • Key Concepts in Politics and International

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Key Concepts in Politics and International

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisAndrew Heywood is the author of such bestselling texts as Politics, Global Politics, and Political Ideologies, used by hundreds of thousands of students around the world.Trade Review'Now even more comprehensive and accessible, the second edition of Key Concepts is an extremely useful reference book for students of politics.' - Jonathon Moses, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway 'This book manages to combine clarity, conciseness and accessibility with authority and reliability. It is an essential aid for any student of the subject.' - Wyn Grant, University of Warwick, UKTable of ContentsAbsolutism Accountability Anarchism Anarchy Animal Rights Anti-Politics Arms Race Authoritarianism Authority Autonomy Balance Of Power Behaviouralism Bicameralism Bill Of Rights Bureaucracy Cabinet Capitalism Centralisation/Decentralisation Checks And Balances Christian Democracy Citizenship Civil Disobedience Civil Liberty Civil Society Coalition Collectivise Security Collectivism Collectivization Committee Communism Communitarianism Community Conflict Of Civilazations Confucianism Consensus Consent Conservatism Consociationalism Constitution Constitutionalism Constructivism Consumerism Corporatism Cosmopolitanism Crimes Against Humanity Critical Theory Cross-generational Justice Democracy Democratic Peace Democratization Deterrence Development Devolution Dialectic Dictatorship Diplomacy Discourse Ecologism Election Elitism Empiricism Equality Executive Failed State Fascism Federalism Feminism Free Trade Freedom Functionalism Game Theory Gender Geopolitics Global Civil Society Global Governance Global Justice Globalization Governance Government Great Power Hard/Soft Power Hegemony Historical Materialism Human Development Human Nature Human Rights Humanitarian Intervention Idealism Identity Politics Ideology Imperialism Individualism Institutionalism Interdependence Intergovernmentalism International Aid International Law International Organization International Relations International Society Internationalism Islamism Jihad Judiciary Just War Justice Laissez-Faire Law Leadership Left/Right Legitimacy Liberal Democracy Liberalism Libertarianism Local Government Mandate Market Marxism Mass Media Meritocracy Militarism Minority Rights Monarchy Multiculturalism Multilateralism Multi-level Governance Nation Nationalism Nation-State Nazism Neoliberalism Neutrality Non-Governmental Organization Obligation Opposition Order Pacifism Paradigm Parliament Parliamentary Government Patriarchy Patriotism Peace-Building Pluralism Polarity Policy Political Culture Political Economy Political Party Political Philosophy Political Science Political Theory Politics Populism Positivism Postcolonialism Postmodernism Power Pragmatism President Presidential Government Pressure Group Prime Minister Property Proportional Representation Punishment Race/Ethnicity Racialism/Racism Rational Choice Rationalism Realism Referendum Reform Regionalism Religious Fundamentalism Representation Republicanism Responsibility Revolution Rights Rule Of Law Security Security Dilemma Separation Of Powers Social Class Social Democracy Social Justice Social Movement Socialism Sovereignty State Subsidiarity Superpower Supranationalism Sustainable Development Systems Theory Terrorism Theocracy Third Way Toleration Toryism Totalitarianism Tradition Transnational Corporation Transnationalism Utilitarianism Utopianism War Welfare.

    4 in stock

    £24.69

  • Bloomsbury USA 3pl How to Begin Studying English Literature

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    Book SynopsisThis book has established itself as one of the most popular introductory student guides in the field. The fourth edition has been updated throughout, with a brand new chapter on critics and contexts in essay writing. It shows the reader how to approach literature, featuring chapters on themes, characters, structure, style, irony and analysis.Trade Review'This has long been one of the best guides for students embarking on the serious analysis of literature. Its no-nonsense, jargon-free, walk-thrhough approach makes it an indispensable manual for bother reading and writing about literature.' - Jonathan P. A. Sell, University of Alcala, Spain 'Written in a clear and accessible style, this excellent book takes students through the process of studying and writing about English Literature. It is a useful and valuable contribution to the subject. Highly recommended.' - Andrew Edwards, Wrexham Glyndwr University, UKTable of ContentsPreface 1. Finding a Theme 2. Looking at Characters 3. Structure and Setting 4. Style and Imagery 5. Irony 6. Writing an Essay I: Answering the Question 7. Writing an Essay II: How to Write Paragraphs 8. Writing an Essay III: The Critics and the Context 9. Exam Revision and Practice 10. Taking Study Further Further Reading Index.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • How to Analyze Data Pocket Study Skills

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC How to Analyze Data Pocket Study Skills

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisCatrin Radcliffe is a tutor of mathematics and statistics at Oxford Brookes University, UK.Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: GETTING STARTED 1. What does your assignment ask you to do? 2. How will you do it? 3. Defining your research question 4. Tips for designing your questionnaire 5. How to enter your data into a spreadsheet PART 2: UNDERSTANDING AND DESCRIBING YOUR DATA 6. What type of data do you have? 7. Descriptive statistics 8. What plot should you use? PART 3: HOW DO STATISTICAL TESTS WORK? 9. What is a statistical hypothesis? 10. Using probability distributions in statistical tests 11. Statistics, "errors" and interpretation PART 4: WHAT STATISTICAL TEST DO YOU NEED? 12. The statistics signpost 13. Statistical flowcharts 14. Case studies PART 5: THE STATISTICAL PROCESS 15. You the researcher 16. You the interpreter Symbols explained Useful resources References Index.

    3 in stock

    £10.13

  • Doing History

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Doing History

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisDoing History bridges the gap between the way history is studied in school or as represented in the media and the way it is studied at university level.History as an academic discipline has dramatically changed in recent decades and has been enhanced by ideas from other disciplines, the influence of postmodernism and historians’ incorporation of their own reflections into their work. Doing History presents the ideas and debates that shape how we ‘do’ history today, covering arguments about the nature of historical knowledge and the function of historical writing, whether we can ever really know what happened in the past, what sources historians depend on, and the relative value of popular and academic histories. This revised edition includes new chapters on public history and activist histories. It looks at global representations of the past across the centuries, and provides up-to-date suggestions for further reading, presenting the readerTrade Review"Doing History reflects the deep partnership Mark Donnelly and Claire Norton have brokered between history in universities and schools, and in the wider community. This partnership tugs and shapes theory and practice in ways that sparks powerful new ideas and forms of action."Marnie Hughes-Warrington, University of South Australia, AustraliaTable of ContentsPart 1: What is History? 1. Introduction 2. Pre-Modern Historians on History 3. Academic History Part 2: What Historians Do 4. Using Sources 5. Creating Historical Knowledge 6. Writing Histories. Historical Interpretations and Imagination Part 3: Whose History? 7. The Power of History 8. Histories from Another Perspective 9. Popular History Part 4: History Today 10. Public History 11. Liberating History Bibliography

    2 in stock

    £22.99

  • Taylor & Francis Ltd The Noisy Classroom

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisDebate and critical oracy allow students to deepen their knowledge and understanding of academic subjects while simultaneously developing their communication and critical thinking skills, which can be hugely effective in increasing attainment. This book, written by an experienced teacher and founder of The Noisy Classroom, aims to help students learn to argue, disagree and debate in a constructive manner. Packed with resources and engaging exercises, it shows teachers how to develop an argument culture in the classroom that promotes open-mindedness and encourages students to explore new perspectives, defend views and challenge others.The Noisy Classroom includes: A reflection on critical oracy and why it is important. A step-by-step guide for teachers to set up and encourage debate across the curriculum, highlighting how to get the most out of a noisy classroom. Advice for teachers on how to overcome barrierTrade Review"The Noisy Classroom is a short text but one that it is substantial in terms of argument and enthusiasm... A copy in every school and department will undoubtedly help promote and encourage more productive talk and noisier English classrooms." - Mick Connell, Teaching English (NATE) Table of ContentsForeword Introduction Part one: The case for critical oracy 1. What is critical oracy, and what is the state of oracy in our schools at the moment? 2. Why is critical oracy important? 3. Overcoming barriers to using critical oracy in the classroom. 4. The role of senior leaders and teachers in a school of noisy classrooms 5. Troubleshooting Part two: What to do in your classroom: the activities 6. Parliamentary debate 7. Other forms of debate Balloon debates Boxing match debates Table debates Public meetings Conscience alley 8. Shorter activities Rebuttal tennis I couldn't disagree more Where do you stand? Hat debates 9. In character Hot seating Mock trials Question time Chat show News broadcast 10. Structures for critical group or whole-class work On that point Dragon's den Fishbowl discussion Expert groups Argument stations 11. Formats for critical pair discussion Teacher-Pupil Pairs Rotating Circles Quiz and Switch Question and answer pair up. 12. Activities to build oracy skills The um-er game Defending the indefensible Giving and following instructions How are you feeling? Expand-contract Appendices The Noisy Manifesto Key vocabulary for debates Sentence starters and connectives for critical oracy Argument and speech structure Examples of topic-based vocabulary for pre-teaching Assessment List of topics for debate and discussion Debate speech scaffold sheets Oracy in the National Curriculum Bibliography and useful links

    15 in stock

    £24.51

  • Writing Research Papers A Complete Guide Global

    Pearson Education Writing Research Papers A Complete Guide Global

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface Chapter 1 Writing from Research 1a Why Do Research? 1b Learning The Conventions of Academic Writing 1c Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism 1d Understanding a Research Assignment Understanding the Terminology 1e Establishing a Research Schedule Chapter 2 Finding a Topic 2a Relating Your Personal Ideas to a Scholarly Problem Connecting Personal Experience to Scholarly Topics Speculating about Your Subject to Discover Ideas and to Focus on the Issues 2b Talking with Others to Find and Refine the Topic Personal Interviews and Discussions Online Discussion Groups 2c Using Online Searches to Refine Your Topic Using an Online Subject Directory Using an Internet Keyword Search 2d Using the Library’s Electronic Databases to Find and Narrow a Subject 2e Using the Library’s Electronic Book Catalog to Find a Topic 2f Developing a Thesis Statement, Enthymeme, or Hypothesis 2g Drafting a Research Proposal The Short Proposal The Long Proposal Your Research Project Chapter 3 Organizing Ideas and Setting Goals 3a Using a Basic Order to Chart the Course of Your Work 3b Using Your Research Proposal to Direct Your Notetaking 3c Listing Key Terms and Phrases to Set Directions for Notetaking 3d Writing a Rough Outline 3e Using Questions to Identify Issues 3f Setting Goals by Using Organizational Patterns 3g Using Approaches across the Curriculum to Chart Your Ideas 3h Using Your Thesis to Chart the Direction of Your Research Your Research Project Chapter 4 Gathering Sources Online 4a Beginning an Online Search CHECKLIST: Evaluating Internet Sources 4b Reading an Online Address 4c Using Keyword and Boolean Expressions Subject Directory Search Engines Robot-Driven Search Engines Metasearch Engines Specialized Search Engines Educational Search Engines Educational Search Engines Maintained by Libraries 4d Using RSS and Social Bookmarking RSS Feeds Web and Social Bookmarking 4e Searching for Articles in Journals and Magazines Online journals Online Magazines 4f Searching for Articles in Newspapers and Media Sources 4g Searching for Photographs and Other Visual Sources 4h Accessing E-Books 4i Using Listserv, Usenet, Blogs, and Chat Groups E-mail News Groups Real-Time Chatting 4j Examining Library Holdings via Online Access 4k Finding an Internet Bibliography 4l Conducting Archival Research on the Internet Go to the Library Go to an Edited Search Engine Go to a Metasearch Engine Go to a Listserv or Usenet Group Utilize Newspaper Archives Your Research Project Chapter 5 Gathering Data in the Library 5a Launching the Search 5b Developing a Working Bibliography 5c Finding Books on Your Topic Using Your Library’s Electronic Book Catalog Using the Library’s Bibliographies 5d Finding Articles in Magazines and Journals Searching the General Indexes to Periodicals Finding Indexes by Topic in Appendix B

    1 in stock

    £65.99

  • Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences

    Macmillan Learning Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £36.99

  • Dominant Discourses in Higher Education

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Dominant Discourses in Higher Education

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis book examines the dominant discourses in higher education. From the moment teachers enter higher education, they are met with dominant discourses that are often adopted uncritically, including concepts such as teaching excellence, student voice, and student engagement. Teachers are also met with simplistic binaries such as teaching vs. research, quantitative vs. qualitative research, and constructivists vs. positivists. Kinchin and Gravett suggest that this may present a distorted view, contributing to the disconnect between the aims and observable practice of higher education. Rather than celebrating difference, dominant discourses tend to seek similarities in an attempt to simplify and manage the environment. In this book, the authors share their belief that teaching and learning should be a thoughtful endeavour. Thinking with a breadth of theories, the authors explore the overlaps between different perspectives in order to offer a richer and more inclusive interrogation of thTrade ReviewAnyone concerned about the current state and future direction of teaching and learning in higher education should gain a great deal from this book, even if they don't agree with all of it. Ian and Karen have done us all a service in distilling contemporary methodological and theoretical thinking, and in demonstrating its relevance. * Malcolm Tight, Professor of Higher Education, Educational Research, Lancaster University, UK *This book is accomplished, provocative, and inspiring. It should act as a call to arms to all of us working, studying or just interested in higher education to re-think, reframe, challenge or resist those dominant discourses which frame academia’s teaching and learning practices, especially those which left unchallenged may be antithetical to the achievement of fairness, social justice or widening participation. * Jacqueline Stevenson, Professor of Sociology of Education, University of Leeds, UK *Kinchin and Gravett provoke us to go between and beyond accepted binaries in higher education research and scholarship. Through theory, research and reflections on practice they aim to disorient and disrupt comforting dichotomies, but also offer a map to think, and do, higher education more reflectively. * Camille Kandiko Howson, Associate Professor of Education, Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship, Imperial College London, UK *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Foreword, Catherine Manathunga (University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia) Part I: Considering the Landscape 1. Thinking beyond Neoliberal Discourses 2. Thinking and Doing with Theory Part II: Putting Theory to Work 3. Positioning the Student 4. The University Environment 5. Ecologies of Teaching and Ecosystems of Learning 6. Expertise in Context Part III: Emerging Polyvalent Lines of Flight 7. Contested Concepts in Higher Education 8. Concept Mapping 9. After Method 10. Towards a Relational Pedagogy References Index

    1 in stock

    £90.25

  • The Science Students Guide to Dissertations and

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Science Students Guide to Dissertations and

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisScientific research should be interesting and exciting. When you finally get your data and, even better it makes sense! There's nothing quite like it. Your final research project will give you a flavour of what it will be like if you decide you would like to make a career in scientific research. This book will help you get the most out of that experience. In her years of work with students, Jess Bownes has answered countless questions about conducting and writing about scientific research. In this book, she distils her advice into one essential guide to writing dissertations and research projects and addresses the most common concerns and questions that science students have. This book supports students through the entire process of working on a dissertation, from the early but crucial planning stages, through to undertaking practical work and collecting data, researching literature, and writing up one's findings. The structure of the book mirrors key stages of a research project Trade Review‘A highly recommended and approachable book that demystifies the transition from student to researcher and empowers students writing their dissertations with a great deal of very useful and practical advice.’ -- Professor Frédéric Blanc, Department of Chemistry * University of Liverpool, UK *‘Clear and comprehensive. The guidelines presented within this book should help anyone strengthen their science dissertation from start to finish.’ -- Joshua Thorpe, Faculty of Natural Sciences * University of Stirling, UK *‘An informative, useful handbook to accompany writing a dissertation. Highly recommended for students and any non-specialist staff who may need to support students during this process.’ -- Nancy Carter, School of Applied Sciences * University of Brighton, UK *'This helpful book takes the student through every stage of the dissertation journey, from choosing a topic, through research planning and writing to proof-reading the final product. It is thorough, clearly written and with excellent explanations throughout. It will be valuable to any dissertation student, and also dissertation supervisors.' -- Jo Buckberry, Reader in Biological Anthropology * University of Bradford, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction 2. Using the Marking Criteria to Get the Best Possible Grade 3. Working with Your Supervisor 4. Planning Your Work 5. Collecting Your Data 6. Finding and Analysing the Literature 7. Using Evidence in Your Dissertation 8. Writing a Science Dissertation 9. Avoiding Plagiarism 10.Editing and Proofreading Glossary

    1 in stock

    £16.14

  • Writing for Nursing and Midwifery Students

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Writing for Nursing and Midwifery Students

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisCombining the theory and practice of academic writing, this book helps you to master the basics of writing at university. It equips you with the skills needed to examine cognitive processes such as reflection and critical thinking and includes essential information on referencing your work correctly and avoiding plagiarism. A comprehensive writing toolkit for students of nursing, midwifery, health and social care, it provides a step-by-step approach to a whole range of genres specific to these disciplines, going beyond the traditional academic essay to include care critiques, action plans, portfolios and systemic reviews as well as complex argumentative writing and the undergraduate dissertation proposal. It also offers help with texts for professional development such as portfolios and conference abstracts. Supporting you throughout your degree, this new edition includes: - A new section on making effective notes;- An updated section on reflection includTrade ReviewEssential reading for students in midwifery and different fields of nursing. [It] should be on the reading list for all undergraduate nursing and midwifery students. -- Dr Wendy Mayne, Deputy Head of Nursing and Community Health * Glasgow Caledonian University, UK *An incredibly useful book, and I would recommend it for all nursing and midwifery students. -- Ellie Sonmezer, Senior lecturer in Midwifery * University of Worcester, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: THE ESSENTIALS OF ACADEMIC WRITING Test your Writing Skills 1. An Introduction to Academic Writing 2. Exploring Academic Genres 3. Processes in Academic Writing PART 2: WRITING GENRES IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY 4. How to Write a Reflective Essay 5. How to Write a Care Critique 6. How to Write an Argument 7. How to Write Other Genres PART 3: WORKING WITH TEXTS 8. Variety in Writing 9. Avoiding Plagiarism 10. Referencing Systems 11. Conclusion: Putting it all Together Glossary of Key Terms Further Readings and Resources Suggested Answers to Activities References Index

    1 in stock

    £16.14

  • Academic Writing Skills for International

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Academic Writing Skills for International

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisAre you a non-native English speaker studying or preparing to study at an English-language university?If so, this book is for you. This engaging guide equips students with the tools and confidence to respond effectively and appropriately to written assignments at university. It will help you to develop essential writing skills, such as structuring paragraphs and building an argument, and provides practical guidance on adhering to the conventions of academic writing. It guides the reader systematically through a series of text analyses which bring out key linguistic and rhetorical features, making complex textual issues manageable and understandable for learners of all abilities.Reorganised to allow for easier navigability and revised for greater accessibility, the new edition now includes:- An expanded introduction to show students how to use the book successfully- A writing checklist to review the key principles of skills covered in the book-

    5 in stock

    £17.09

  • The Foundations of Research

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Foundations of Research

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFully revised for the third edition, this popular text provides an advanced yet accessible introduction to the tools, terminology and research perspectives that students need to know in order to engage in academic debate and successfully complete research-based assignments. It first explores the language and nature of research, before developing readers' understanding of different research methods and the role of theory in research. Chapters are complemented by examples, boxed summaries of key ideas and suggestions for further reading. This text will be an essential resource for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates of all disciplines. New to this Edition:- Includes new examples and material on managing the research processTrade ReviewProvides a clear and practical guide to the tools and terminology of research which will be invaluable for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students. * Wyn Grant, University of Warwick, UK *This excellent book provides a uniquely clear and concise introduction to research – in particular its often confusing terminology. It is also my own go-to reference when I feel I need a refresher on some of the basics. * Rob Ackrill, Nottingham Trent University, UK *There is no other book which provides students with such a student-friendly guide to the building blocks of contemporary research. * Andrew Holmes, University of Hull, UK *The two appendixes include a summary of the research process stages and a glossary of research terms. The text is concise … The writing style and degree of difficulty is challenging in some places but appropriate for the target audience. Summing Up: Recommended. Advanced undergraduates through faculty and professionals. * B. G. Turner, Choice, Vol. 56 (9) *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. The Nature of Research 2. The 'Nuts and Bolts' of Research 3. Getting Started in Research 4. The Building Blocks of Research 5. Introducing the Key Research Paradigms 6. The Types and Uses of Theory in Research 7. Introducing Research Methods 8. Academic Standards, Plagiarism and Ethics in Research 9. Conclusion: Summary of Key Points Appendix 1: Stages of the Research Process Appendix 2: Glossary of Research Terms Bibliography Index.

    1 in stock

    £27.54

  • 50 Ways to Boost Your Grades

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC 50 Ways to Boost Your Grades

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis practical guide presents 50 ways in which students can revitalise their approach to studying and boost their grades. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and actions. It will help students to devise their own personal study strategy, achieve more in the time available to them and fine-tune their work so they get the best possible marks. This handy book will support students of all levels in mapping their own route to success.Table of ContentsAbout This Book How to Use This Book Everyone is Capable of Great Grades Can You Improve Without Working Harder? Aspire, Hope, Act, Achieve Where Are You Now? Bring a Balanced Perspective Worried About Your Grades Right Now? Using Advice and Support Services 50 Ways Habits Shaper: Track Your Good Intentions My Progress So Far List of 20+ Reasons for Improving My Grades Where to Find Out More Bibliography Index Notes.

    3 in stock

    £10.13

  • The Student Phrase Book

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Student Phrase Book

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe second edition of this concise phrase book is an essential tool for all students who want to communicate their ideas, arguments and evaluations clearly and precisely. Featuring over 2,000 words common to most academic disciplines, it will help students to expand their vocabulary, understand how these words are used and spot mistakes in their own academic writing. Units present the words in full sentences, enabling users to see exactly how they are used, and also include additional information on context, connotation and collocations. This is an ideal reference guide for students of all disciplines and levels who are required to complete written assignments as part of their course. It is also a valuable resource for students looking to fine tune their vocabulary for job searches, interviews and writing for professional purposes. New to this Edition:- Now contains practice exercises so readers can test their understanding as they goRefreshed, more reader-friendly text designTrade ReviewThis is a tremendously useful book! I’ve used the First edition of The Student Phrase Book extensively as a desk companion, recommended it to university and college colleagues and given copies of it to all members of my family heading off to be students, so I am delighted to endorse this new edition of the book which is even more useful. What I really value is the way it demystifies the complex discourses of ‘academese’ so that anyone who feels out of their depth with some of the terminology can find reassurance and explanation within it. Using down-to-earth language to explain contested topics like ‘critical evaluation’ and ‘deconstruction’, Jeanne also provides really accessible examples showing good and ‘not-yet-good’ usage. If every student used this book, they would make their own lives so much easier, not to mention that of the academics and professional support staff working with them. I cannot recommend it highly enough! * Sally Brown, Leeds Beckett University, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction TOPIC, AIM AND ARGUMENT 1. Topic 2. Aim and scope 3. Proposition and argument DEFINITIONS AND CLASSIFICATION 4. Brief definitions 5. Classification and characteristics METHODOLOGY, METHOD AND FINDINGS 6. Methodology, model and method 7. Data, findings, problems and anomalies AMOUNT, LEVEL AND PROPORTION 8. Amount, level, proportion and distribution 9. Adequate and inadequate amounts CONTEXT, NORMS, RISK AND THREAT 10. Context, occurrence, norms and deviation 11. Advantage, disadvantage, risk and threat COMMUNICATION, UNDERSTANDING AND POSITION 12. Communication, expression, signification and portrayal 13. Knowledge, understanding, way of thinking and belief 14. Position, point of view, impartiality and bias 15. Time, sequence, duration and frequency 16. Change, movement, trend and tendency ENCOURAGEMENT, ALLOWANCE AND PREVENTION 17. Encouragement and improvement, discouragement and deterioration 18. Allowance, prevention, exclusion and elimination ORIGIN, CAUSE, EFFECT AND LOGICAL RELATIONSHIP 19. Origin, cause and effect 20. Connection, compatibility, reciprocity and lack of relationship COMPARISON, SIMILARITY AND DIFFERENCE21. Comparison, similarity, equivalence, convergence and balance 22. Difference, differentiation, diversity and divergence ANALYSIS OF EVIDENCE AND ARGUMENTS, 23. Analysis of evidence and identification of argument flaws 24. Grouping of authors' ideas and identification of common themes EVALUATION OF EVIDENCE AND ARGUMENTS 25. Authors' evaluations of each other 26. Your positive evaluation of evidence and arguments 27. Your negative evaluation of evidence and arguments 28. Your agreement, disagreement, and counterarguments IMPORTANCE, IMPLICATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS 29. Linking evidence to theory and practice 30. Importance, significance and dominance 31. Influence and impact CONCLUSIONS, CLARIFICATION AND FUTURE ACTION 32. Conclusions, implications and new ideas 33. Qualifying conclusions and degrees of certainty 34. Summary, clarification and restatement of position 35. Recommendations, advice and solutions APPENDICES Latin abbreviations and phrases Word class: a brief explanation Index: word table Index: alphabetical

    3 in stock

    £18.04

  • Understanding the International Student

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Understanding the International Student

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPresents a contemporary approach to the experience of international students in Higher Education. Using empirical and qualitative data, the book explores their social and cultural context and its impact on their learning experience.

    1 in stock

    £35.09

  • Read Research and Write

    SAGE Publications Inc Read Research and Write

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis book is for students who have learnt English as a second (or third, or fourth) language, and are studying at an institution where English is the medium of instruction. Each of its 10 chapters focuses on a reproduced academic article on an aspect of English for academic purposes - students can therefore learn about language skills from the articles themselves as well as developing those skills in the activities and tasks which follow. Each chapter develops six strands of academic skills essential for successful study: reading; learning language/vocabulary; writing; researching; studying' and applying to your own subject. The detailed and focused activities and tasks will help you to: Make reasonable knowledge claims Become more aware of university culture and expectations Write according to academic standards Think critically and reflectively Respond to ideas in academic articles Trade ReviewCalling all lecturers: your jobs depend on books like this. You know that international students are a vital source of money for UK universities. Many of your masters courses - the ones you really enjoy teaching - would collapse tomorrow without students from around the world. This book is about how to help these students succeed. -- Times Higher EducationA superb book which contains a wealth of ideas and strategies for use in the EAP classroom or for self-study. It should be compulsory reading for any student seeking to enter Higher Education in an English-language speaking country. -- Alison StandringRead, Research, Write definitely fills a gap... It is comprehensive, accessible and expertly researched and written, covering many essential aspects of academic competence. Equally useful as a course book, a resource book in a class library or as a reference book for students, every EAP teacher will want a class copy, every ESL student starting higher education should keep it on their desk! -- Dr Roger NunnRead, Research, Write takes a novel approach to combining language and content so as to balance discipline-specific and generic language development. Valuable and engaging input on learning strategies and research skills for higher education is also included. I would recommend this book for teachers of EAP in a range of contexts. -- David PalfreymanTable of ContentsIntroducing Read, Research, Write Understanding EAP Entering higher education Reading in higher education Writing in higher education Documenting skills Researching skills Making reasonable claims Thinking critically Finding your voice

    1 in stock

    £27.99

  • Fulfilling the Potential of Your Doctoral

    Sage Publications Ltd Fulfilling the Potential of Your Doctoral

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisDo you want to thrive in your doctoral research? Do you want to do more than just survive? If so this is the book for you. Focused on empowering the doctoral researcher, it is packed with advice on how to make the best of opportunities and enjoy your research experience while dealing with challenges. Whether you need to find sources of constructive feedback, are facing an unexpected disturbance to your project, orhave ambitionsbeyondyouracademic goals, this book provides practical, flexible tips for conducting effective research and engaging with the complex world of academia, including how to: Maintain momentum through each stage of the research process Make the most of available resources, training, and support Explore new technologies, networks, and dissemination strategies Maximize the value of assessment Use this project as a springboard into further research and career opportunities ATrade ReviewIn contrast to many other books on the doctoral experience this one is not a survival guide to the doctorate--it′s an enjoyment guide. Full of advice and activities, the book guides you pro-actively through the doctoral journey with an emphasis on personal development and with an eye to the future. -- Lucy JohnstonThis book is essential reading for anyone undertaking a doctorate. It navigates all stages of doctoral study, suggesting strategies and negotiating stances while emphasizing personal development and future career paths. The authors’ extensive experience of supporting doctoral students shines through every page. -- Rosemary DeemTable of ContentsPrologue: Who will benefit from the book and why Part I: Engaging with the process Chapter 1: What is the point of a doctorate in the 21st century? Chapter 2: How can you make a good start? Chapter 3: How can you develop your role as an evolving researcher? Part II: Success is in the detail Chapter 4: What makes a good research story? Chapter 5: What are the potential resources and opportunities and how can they best be utilised? Chapter 6: How can relationships be developed to gain constructive feedback and support? Chapter 7: How can you prepare for successful formal reviews during the doctorate? Chapter 8: What are the criteria and how can you prepare to do well in the final assessment? Part III: Progressing with confidence Chapter 9: What is impact and how can it enhance future opportunities? Chapter 10: How can you make the most of your experience at a personal level? Chapter 11: How can you make the most of your experience for your professional career? Chapter 12: What are the key features for transitioning into a new role? Appendix I: Non-verbal communication: a quick guide to some important signals Appendix II: A sample Gantt chart Appendix III: Summary diagram of the Researcher Development Framework Appendix IV: Advice on final assessment A & B Appendix V: Policy Information about Impact Appendix VI: Authors’ Doctoral Experiences Glossary

    1 in stock

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  • Research Methods for Education in the Digital Age

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