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Thesis and dissertation writing in a second language : (Record no. 34192)

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ISBN 9781138048706
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Classification number LB 2369.
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Personal author Paltridge, Brian
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Title Thesis and dissertation writing in a second language :
Subtitle a handbook for students and their supervisors
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Edition statement 2nd
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Place of publication Abingdon :
Publisher Routledge,
Date 2020
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Physical description xii, 236 p.
Dimensions 23.5 cm
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Abstract Fully updated and packed with new material, the second edition of Thesis and Dissertation Writing in a Second Language is the ideal guide for non-native speaker students and their supervisors working on writing a thesis or dissertation in English.<br/><br/>Considering the purposes of thesis and dissertation of writing alongside writer/reader relationships, this book uses accessible language and practical examples to discuss issues that are crucial to successful thesis and dissertation writing. This edition offers:<br/><br/>- Insights into the experience of being a doctoral writer, issues of writer identity and writing with authority<br/>- Typical language and discourse features of theses and dissertations<br/>- Advice on the structure and organisation of key sections<br/>- Suggestions for online resources which support writing<br/>- Extracts from completed theses and dissertations<br/>- Guidance on understanding examiner expectations<br/>- Advice on publishing from a PhD<br/><br/>Suitable for students from all disciplines, Thesis and Dissertation Writing in a Second Language is essential reading for non-native speaker students looking to complete a thesis or dissertation in English.<br/><br/>Brian Paltridge is a Professor of TESOL at the University of Sydney, Australia.<br/><br/>Sue Starfield is a Professor in the School of Education at the University of New South Wales, Australia.
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Subject term Education
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Subject term Academic writing
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Subject term ESOL
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Added personal author Starfield, Sue
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    National Library of Medicine     Stenhouse Library (Kingston Hospital) Stenhouse Library (Kingston Hospital) Shelves 24/07/2020 Tomlinson 24.99 1 LB 2369 S04180 26/10/2023 26/10/2023 24/07/2020 Book
    National Library of Medicine     Stenhouse Library (Kingston Hospital) Stenhouse Library (Kingston Hospital) Shelves 24/07/2020 Tomlinson 24.99 1 LB 2369 S04176 26/10/2023 26/10/2023 24/07/2020 Book
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