How To Write Your First Thesis
- Length: 95 pages
- Edition: 1st ed. 2017
- Language: English
- Publisher: Springer
- Publication Date: 2017-09-22
- ISBN-10: 3319618539
- ISBN-13: 9783319618531
- Sales Rank: #3438731 (See Top 100 Books)
Many courses and degrees require that students write a short thesis. This book guides students through their first experience of producing a thesis and undertaking original research. Written by experienced researchers and advisors, the book sets out signposts and tasks to help students to understand what is needed to succeed, including scoping a topic, managing references, interpreting data, and successful completion.
For students, the task of writing a thesis is a transition from structured coursework to becoming a researcher. The book provides advice on:
- What to expect from research and how to work with a supervisor
- Getting organized and approaching the work in a productive way
- Developing an overall thesis structure and avoidance of mistakes such as inadvertent plagiarism
- Producing each major component: a strong introduction, background chapters that are situated in the discipline, and an explanation of methods and results that are crucial to successful original research
- How to wrap up a complex project with an extended checklist of the many details needed to be checked before a final submission
Producing and managing a thesis for the first time can be a daunting task, and this reader-friendly guidebook provides a framework for students to do their best.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Transition To Your First Thesis
Chapter 2 Getting Organized
Chapter 3 The Structure Of A Thesis
Chapter 4 A Strong Beginning: The Introduction
Chapter 5 Situating The Study: The Background
Chapter 6 Explaining The Investigation: Methods And Innovations
Chapter 7 Presenting The Outcome: The Results
Chapter 8 Wrapping It Up: Discussion And Conclusion
Chapter 9 Before You Submit
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