Book Cover
Writing a Proposal for Your Dissertation

Guidelines and Examples


AUTHOR :
STEVEN R. TERRELL AND KAY NEO


PUBLICATION YEAR :
©2023


CATEGORY :
HARDCOPY


ISBN :
-


CALL NUMBER :
LB2369 .T47 2023


DETAILS
International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
9798854008785 (paperback)
Cataloging Source
DLC; UiTM; rda
Language Code
eng
Local Call Number
LB2369; .T47 2023
Main Entry - Personal Name
Terrell, Steven R.; author
Title Statement
Writing a Proposal for Your Dissertation; Guidelines and Examples; STEVEN R. TERRELL AND KAY NEO
Edition Statement
SECOND EDITION
Production, Publication, Distribution, Manufacture, and Copyright Notice
New York; The Guilford Press; 2023; ©2023
Physical Description
x, 317 pages; illustrations; 25 cm
Content Type
text; rdacontent
Media Type
unmediated; rdamedia
Carrier Type
volume; rdacarrier
Bibliography, Etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Summary, Etc.
"The encouraging book that has guided thousands of students step by step through crafting a strong dissertation proposal is now in a thoroughly revised second edition. It includes new guidance for developing methodology-specific problem statements, an expanded discussion of the literature review, coverage of the four-chapter dissertation model, and more. Terrell demonstrates how to write each chapter of the proposal, including the problem statement, purpose statement, and research questions and hypotheses; literature review; and detailed plans for data collection and analysis. "Let's Start Writing" exercises serve as building blocks for drafting a complete proposal. Other user-friendly features include case-study examples from diverse disciplines, "Do You Understand" checklists, and end-of-chapter practice tests with answers. Appendices present an exemplary proposal written three ways to demonstrate quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches, and discuss how to structure a four-chapter dissertation. New to This Edition *Introduction offering a concise overview of the entire proposal-writing process and the doctoral experience. *Additional help with tailoring problem and purpose statements for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods studies. *Expanded discussion of the review of literature, including a criterion for judging the quality of primary versus secondary sources. *Many new examples from different disciplines, such as studies of depression treatments, approaches to reducing offender recidivism, health effects of irradiated crops, strength training in college football, and remote teaching and learning during COVID-19. *Focus on the five-chapter model is broadened to include specific guidance for four-chapter dissertations. *Broader, more detailed reference list and glossary. "-- Provided by publisher
Study Program Information Note
CS241; STAXXX Final Year Project Proposal in Applied Statistics; FAKULTI SAINS KOMPUTER DAN MATEMATIK
Language Note
Text in English
Subject Added Entry - Topical Term
Dissertations; Academic - Handbooks, manuals, etc.; Proposal writing in research; Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Added Entry - Personal Name
Neo, Kay; author

Record ID

998246
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Asked by: Guess On 2024-12-05

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ChatBOT Library responsed: It appears that the specific summary for "Writing a Proposal for Your Dissertation" by Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo, published in 2023, is not readily available in the usual resources. However, general details about this kind of book typically involve guiding PhD students through the process of developing a strong dissertation proposal. It provides practical advice, useful tips, and examples from successful proposals. The authors likely provide strategies for clearly articulating research questions, methods, and outcomes. If you are interested in this topic, I recommend checking out other books by Steven R. Terrell, who is known for his work in the field of dissertation writing. He has written extensively on the subject and his works are often used as references in academic settings. You could also look up more information on Kay Neo's works. They both have a great deal of experience and knowledge in this area.

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ChatBOT Library responsed: Of course! Here are some recommendations for other similar books that might be of interest: 1. "Developing Effective Research Proposals" by Keith F. Punch 2. "Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day" by Joan Bolker 3. "Demystifying Dissertation Writing" by Peg Boyle Single 4. "The Craft of Research" by Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams 5. "How to Design, Write, and Present a Successful Dissertation Proposal" by Elizabeth A. Wentz All of these books provide valuable insights into the process of writing a dissertation or a proposal. If you need more information about any of these books, feel free to ask!

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ChatBOT Library responsed: While I couldn't find the specific list of books in the table for "Writing a Proposal for Your Dissertation" by STEVEN R. TERRELL AND KAY NEO, it may be helpful to check the book's index or bibliography, if available, for a list of referenced or related books. Another option could be to explore other works by the same authors. Both Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo have contributed to the field of academic writing and their other works might provide additional insights or resources. Lastly, you might want to explore similar books on dissertation writing. Titles such as "Demystifying Dissertation Writing" by Peg Boyle Single or "Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day" by Joan Bolker are often recommended for students embarking on the dissertation journey.

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ChatBOT Library responsed: While I don't have the specific list of other books by Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo in a table form at the moment, I would recommend checking out these resources for more information: 1. UiTM Library (https://library.uitm.edu.my) - The library of Universiti Teknologi MARA in Malaysia has a vast collection of books and academic resources, which can be searched through their online database. 2. WorldCat (https://www.worldcat.org) - WorldCat is the world's largest library catalog, helping you find library materials online. You can search for books by authors Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo. 3. Google Books (https://books.google.com) - Google Books allows you to search the full text of books and magazines that Google has scanned, converted to text, and stored in its digital database. You can search for books by Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo. Remember, the availability of books might vary across different libraries and platforms.

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ChatBOT Library responsed: I'm unable to provide the specific table of contents for "Writing a Proposal for Your Dissertation" by Steven R. Terrell and Kay Neo as it's not available in my current resources. However, typically, such a book might include sections on the introduction to dissertation proposals, the problem statement, the purpose of the study, research questions, theoretical framework, methodology, significance of the study, and references. You might be able to find more specific information by checking in a local library or academic database. Additionally, the book's publisher might have more detailed information on their website.

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