How To Write An Assignment, 8th Edition

Proven techniques for producing essays, reports and dissertations that succeed

Author: Pauline Smith Series: William Lorimer

This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations.

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This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations.

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This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations.

It covers:

- Thoroughly understanding the title, question or brief

- Choosing the right format for your assignment

- Producing an outline plan, researching and taking notes

- Drafting the structure and improving your style

- Presenting the final assignment Examples and mini case studies show the difference between good and bad practice.

- Self-evaluation exercises ensure you stay on the right track.

Contents: List of Illustrations; Preface; 1. What is an assignment?; 2. Making the right start; 3. Analysing the title question or brief; 4. How to plan and take notes; 5. Drafting the structure; 6. Improving your style; 7. Presenting your final assignment; 8. Improving through reflection; 9. Where are you now?; Glosssary; Further reading; Index.

Critic Reviews

'... contains everything you need to know to write an assignment, from how to unpack a hypothesis to referencing.' Reader Review

About the Author

Pauline Smith, an experienced teacher, chief examiner and Open Univeristy tutor, was Head of Continuing Professional Development at Manchester Metropolitan University and a Senior Education Adviser with the Department for Education and Skills (DFES). She is now an independent consultant.

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This practical guide, written by a chief examiner, gives you the tools and planning techniques for making light work of assignments, essays, reports and dissertations. It covers: - Thoroughly understanding the title, question or brief- Choosing the right format for your assignment - Producing an outline plan, researching and taking notes - Drafting the structure and improving your style - Presenting the final assignment Examples and mini case studies show the difference between good and bad practice. - Self-evaluation exercises ensure you stay on the right track. Contents: List of Illustrations; Preface; 1. What is an assignment?; 2. Making the right start; 3. Analysing the title question or brief; 4. How to plan and take notes; 5. Drafting the structure; 6. Improving your style; 7. Presenting your final assignment; 8. Improving through reflection; 9. Where are you now?; Glosssary; Further reading; Index.