Download or read book Postgraduate Education and Training in the Social Sciences written by Robert G. Burgess and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 1994 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents a guide to the 'state of the art' in postgraduate education and training in the social sciences, the concept of quality in the PhD, examining styles and strategies of supervisors with a view to improving completion rates, the process of supervision, the motives of supervisors and students and their relationship.
Download or read book Postgraduate Training in the Social Sciences written by and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Postgraduate Training in the Social Sciences written by Social Science Research Council (Great Britain). and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Research Training for Social Scientists written by Dawn Burton and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2000-03-15 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With indispensable advice for students from all social science backgrounds, this handbook provides the core conceptual and practical skills to embark on succesful research. The organization of the book reflects the knowledge that is required in order to become a competent and effective researcher. It follows the life-cycle of the research project: it begins with a discussion of ethical and philosphical issues; presents guides to both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis; provides help on using computers in research; and includes advice on how to write up and present a research project. Based on the UK Economic and Social Research Council advice on the training which students should undertake in preparation for postgraduate research, this book will be invaluable for all beginning researchers.
Download or read book Postgraduate Training in the Social Sciences written by Social Science Research Council (Great Britain) and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Postgraduate Students Assessment of Their Social Science Training written by Alan Marsh and published by Social Science Research. This book was released on 1972 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Working for a Doctorate written by Norman John Graves and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text addresses the problems of the doctoral research process, of finance and time-management and offers practical guidance and specialist advice to both students and their supervisors. The authors also explore issues such as gender, culture and the fundamental nature of the PhD. The book should be of interest to anyone studying, supervising or contemplating a doctoral degree in the humanities or social sciences.
Download or read book From Postgraduate to Social Scientist written by Nigel Gilbert and published by Pine Forge Press. This book was released on 2006-02-09 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Postgraduate to Social Scientist is essential reading for any postgraduate or new researcher who is interested in a career in the social sciences. The book describes the skills needed for success in moving from being a student to becoming an academic or professional social scientist. Written by experts in the field, Gilbert et al. offer a unique insider′s view of how to make the transition. By adopting a clear and accessible approach, this book encourages students embarking on the journey towards becoming a social scientist to engage with every aspect of the process: Reviewing and writing skills Using the Internet Research ethics Intellectual property rights Writing research proposals Project management Writing a thesis and reports Creating presentations, press releases and popular articles Teaching skills Careers in social science. From Postgraduate to Social Scientist is designed for postgraduate students and researchers across the social sciences. It will be invaluable for courses that aim to satisfy the Economic and Social Research Council′s ′Training Guidelines′ requirements for doctoral programmes. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips, resources and videos on study success!
Download or read book Postgraduate Training in the Social Sciences written by Social Science Research Council (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Postgraduate Training in the Social Sciences written by Social Science Research Council (Great Britain) and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Doing Research About Education written by Geoffrey Walford and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together semi-autobiographical accounts from major educationalists about their influential research, focusing on the practical and personal aspects of the research process. The collection reflects the great changes that have occured within educational research since the 1980s and deals with the issues and situations of the late 1990s. It includes accounts that cover the various stages of the research process, a sampling of topics, the diversity of methodologies used in educational research and a range of theoretical perspectives. There is coverage of qualitative and quantitative methodologies and of large and smaller scale research. Also discussed are: ESRC programme research, contract research and theoretical research.
Download or read book Working for a Doctorate written by Norman Graves and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1997-09-11 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In stark contrast to undergraduates, new PhD students often find no framework for study, few deadlines and little peer support. Working for a Doctorate: * Addresses the problems of the research process, such as finance and time-management * Offers practical guidance and specialist advice to both students and their supervisors * Is written by a team of experts who have had a long and successful experience of tutoring PhD students * Contains case studies of current and ex-PhD students * Explores issues such as gender, culture and the fundamental nature of the PhD. The book will be a vital guide and companion to anyone studying, supervising or contemplating a doctoral degree in the humanities or social sciences.
Download or read book SSRC Studentship Handbook written by Social Science Research Council (Great Britain). Postgraduate Training Division and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Making Supervision Work for You written by Jerry J Wellington and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2010-04-16 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′Amongst the plethora of advice and guidance books and articles now available for postgraduate researchers, I would advise my students to select this one as providing insight not simply on what to do but also on why and how in relation to developing an effective working relationship with their supervisors. Since it addresses most of the new demands emerging in the doctoral world as well as those standard ones that have impacted previously, I would also recommend it to new or less experienced supervisors′ - Professor Pam Denicolo, University of Reading Making Supervision Work For You discusses the entire supervision process from the student′s perspective, as well as considering the supervisor′s viewpoint and constraints. The author covers all phases of the student′s ′journey′, from induction through to final completion and examination of the thesis and the viva voce. The book illustrates many of the key issues in supervision by drawing upon extensive material from recent interviews with a range of supervisors and students. This book presents new ideas, regulations and codes of practice, and offers practical suggestions for students. It emphasizes students′ experiences and needs, whilst also maintaining a focus on the supervisor′s perspective and the demands of assessment at post-graduate level. The book is primarily aimed at Post-graduate students but will also be useful for undergraduates in their final year and equally for new or experienced supervisors. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!
