How To Write An Assignment, 8th Edition

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  • ISBN 9781845284411
  • Format: Paperback
  • Weight: 228g
  • Dimensions: 156 x 235 x 12mm
  • Publication Date: 15 Dec 2010
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
  • Publication City/Country: London, GB
  • Product Form: Paperback
  • Language: English
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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.

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.