Success in Academic Writing

Success in Academic Writing

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

  • Format: Paperback | 248 pages
  • Dimensions: 148 x 210 x 13.72mm | 318g
  • Publication date: 12 Mar 2018
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
  • Imprint: Red Globe Press
  • Publication City/Country: New York, United Kingdom
  • Language: English
  • Edition Statement: 2nd edition
  • Illustrations note: 8 bw illus
  • ISBN10: 1352002043
  • ISBN13: 9781352002041
  • Bestsellers rank: 227,409

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