Description
Book SynopsisGood writing skills are essential for study, but many students find that they struggle to write well. Written especially for health and social care students, this book demystifies academic writing, giving you a better understanding of what good writing looks like, and how to achieve it.
Topics covered in this accessible book include:
- How to plan and write pieces to deadlines
- How to copyedit and proofread your own work
- How to develop good writing behaviours and find motivation
- How to write effective and safe service user records
This user-friendly guide includes examples of good and bad writing, activities to work through, handy hints and tips at the end of each chapter and personal experiences from students, making it a must-read for any health and social care students looking for the skills and confidence to master good academic writing.
Contributors: Michael Baksh, Amanda Clarke, Elizabeth Cooper, James Greaves, Dasha Koneva, Jane Quigley, Victo
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Preparing to Write
Chapter 3: Basic Writing and Essay Planning Skills
Chapter 4: Advancing Your Writing Skills
Chapter 5: What is reflective writing?
Chapter 6: Writing for Practice
Chapter 7: Presenting your writing in different formats
Chapter 8: Students’ experiences of writing
Chapter 9: Eight Simple Rules for Writing in Health and Social Care
