Success in Academic Writing

Description

This concise and practical guide takes students step-by-step through the writing process, and covers core aspects of academic writing, from understanding the task and researching the topic through to composing a draft, editing copy and responding to feedback. Chapters feature numerous self-study activities, top tips and opportunities for reflection, alongside examples of good writing from a range of disciplines. By engaging with the text, students will develop confidence, technique and clarity as writers in their discipline, as well as transferable skills that are highly valued by employers. This book will be an invaluable source of guidance for students of all disciplines and levels who are required to write essays, reports, papers or dissertations as part of their studies. New to this Edition: - Incorporates visual learning strategies throughout, making it more accessible to both learners with learning differences and students for whom English is a second language - Contains a number of exercises designed to foster creativity in academic writing

Trevor Day is an educational consultant and writing developer, with a background in science and social science. He has authored many books and has won or been short-listed for several educational literary prizes. He is a Development Manager for the Royal Literary Fund and is a writing consultant for several UK and overseas universities.

This is an outstanding text, full of brilliant advice, guidance and tips. It is the best guide to academic writing I have seen and I will be recommending this to my own students. * Professor Gerry Czerniawski, University of East London, UK * This accessible guide to successful academic writing, which takes readers through each stage of the writing process, will no doubt improve students' skills and confidence. * Crystal Walker, University of Lincoln, UK *