Guide to the Successful Thesis and Dissertation:A Handbook for Students & Faculty: Fifth Edition (Books in Library & Information Science)by Jame Mauch

Product Description

Augmented with a new bibliography and streamlined appendices, the Guide to the Successful Thesis and Dissertation, Fifth Edition views the valuable addition of references to university research libraries and advanced information on websites, online searches, electronic literature, and other modern computer methods as crucial for the successful completion of any T/D. This popular text guide features new references and computer-oriented resources for every stage in the creation of honors and master's theses and dissertations and refers to current T/D statistics, federal regulations, ethical codes, and copyright issues and legalities involved in information gathering and study conduct.
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #508170 in Books
Published on: 2003-05-01
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
360 pages
Editorial Reviews

Wilson Library Bulletin
"University librarians can use this thorough, commonsense guide to supplement the routine referral to the graduate school office ..."

Council for Research in Music Education Bulletin
"...recommended as the best available guide to successful thesis and dissertation work."

Review
One of the greatest qualities of this book is that it addresses both students and faculty. The book is a great reference and certainly it will be a book that I will go back to read when I embark on my thesis.
- Australian Journal of Medical Science

Customer Reviews

Review for Guide to the Successful Thesis and Dissertation
Excellent reference-good guide for the dissertation process- covers all applicable topics in sufficient depth. A worthwhile reference for any student working on their thesis or dissertation

Great strenths, some weaknesses
This book is designed for both students and faculty, so it spends a lot of time giving advice to both sides. That is the primary reason for the length.

Coverage is very thorough for the political and social aspects of dissertation writing, probably more so than in any other book. Choosing a topic is also well covered. The main weakness is in specifics of producing the document, e.g. how to write the literature review or present the methodology.

This book should definitely be on the shelf of any faculty, but a student may do better to look it over in the library. A good, concise treatment of the disseration process is Davis & Parker.

A practical guideline for success!
As someone who works privately with students, helping them with theses and dissertations, I highly recommend this book. When students call me in regard to assistance with their thesis or dissertation, I recommend that they buy this book and use it as a reference. As the title states, this book offers practical guidelines for success, enabling students to get through the thesis or dissertation process as smoothly as possible. It is one of the most practical guideline for writing a thesis or dissertation that I have come across.