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Writing at university : a guide for students /

By: Creme, Phyllis, 1942-
Title By: Lea, Mary Rosalind, 1950-
Material type: BookSeries: Open UP study skills. Publisher: Maidenhead : McGraw-Hill Open University Press, c2008.Edition: 3rd ed.Description: xiii, 218 p ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9780335221165Program: Writing for research; ENG012; ENG900Subject(s): Academic writing -- Technique | Dissertations, Academic
Summary:
Writing at Universityoffers guidance on how to develop the writing you have to do at university along with a greater understanding of what is involved in this complex activity. Writing is seen as a tool for learning as well as a product to be assessed. The importance of what you yourself can bring as a writer to your academic writing is stressed throughout the book.The book looks at an array of writing projects, including essays, reports and dissertations, and analyzes what is expected of each form of assignment. The authors provide examples of student writing and reflections on writing by both tutors and students.This edition includes new sections on: Making an argument and persuading your reader Using sources creatively Avoiding plagiarism Writing online Further sources of information about academic writing Writing at Universityis an essential resource for all college and university students, including postgraduates, who wish to develop their academic writing. It will also be an invaluable aid for tutors in supporting their students.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 214-215) and index.

Writing at Universityoffers guidance on how to develop the writing you have to do at university along with a greater understanding of what is involved in this complex activity. Writing is seen as a tool for learning as well as a product to be assessed. The importance of what you yourself can bring as a writer to your academic writing is stressed throughout the book.The book looks at an array of writing projects, including essays, reports and dissertations, and analyzes what is expected of each form of assignment. The authors provide examples of student writing and reflections on writing by both tutors and students.This edition includes new sections on: Making an argument and persuading your reader Using sources creatively Avoiding plagiarism Writing online Further sources of information about academic writing Writing at Universityis an essential resource for all college and university students, including postgraduates, who wish to develop their academic writing. It will also be an invaluable aid for tutors in supporting their students.

Writing for research

ENG012 UOWD

ENG900

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