Through its use of conversational and supportive tones, this popular guide puts readers at ease, assisting the transition to academic study. With clear explanations, summaries and exercises, it is an invaluable companion for the mature student. This third edition has much new content including a new chapter on writing a dissertation proposal.

The third edition of this popular guide contains a new chapter on writing a proposal for an undergraduate dissertation and updated chapters on referencing, essay writing and oral presentations
Uses simple, lucid language and is written in a cheerful, supportive tone
Understands and reflects the needs of adult learners from all disciplines
Is designed so the reader can dip in and out of sections

Autorentext

JEAN ROSE is an Associate Lecturer with The Open University, UK.

Inhalt
Acknowledgements.- Who is This Book For?.- How to Use This Book.- If You Think You May Be Dyslexic....- PART I: THE BIG PICTURE.- Taking Notes.- Writing an Essay.- Quoting and Referencing.- PART II: WRITING FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES.- Style.- Summaries.- Letters and Emails.- Creative Writing.- Reports.- Articles.- Oral Presentations.- Exam Essays.- The Proposal For Your Undergraduate Dissertation.- PART III: THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF GOOD WRITING.- Verbs and Other Parts of Speech.- Writing Clear Sentences.- Punctuation.- Getting Conversation on Paper.- PART IV: MOVING ON.- Your CV.- Letters and Statements for Job Applications.- Appendix 1: Spelling Strategies.- Appendix 2: Common Confusions.- Answers.- Bibliography.- Index.