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The academic's guide to publishing

Rob Kitchin ; Duncan Fuller | [S.l.] : Sage Publications | 2005

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Academic writing for graduate students : essential tasks and skills : a course for nonnative speakers of English

John M. Swales ; Christine B. Feak | [S.l.] : University of Michigan Press | English for specific purposes | 1994

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Academic writing : a handbook for international students /

Stephen Bailey, Author | London : Routledge | 2011

Clearly organised into four parts, this new edition allows teachers and students to quickly find help they need with all writing tasks. Each part is divided into short sections containing explanations, diagrams and practice exercises, for use i[...]

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Bid writing for project managers

David Cleden, Author | Farnham, Surrey : Gower Pub. | 2011

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Choosing & using sources : a guide to academic research

Minneapolis (Ohio) : Ohio State University | 2016

Choosing & Using Sources presents a process for academic research and writing, from formulating your research question to selecting good information and using it effectively in your research assignments. Additional chapters cover understanding t[...]

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Communicating science : professional, popular, literary

Nicholas J. Russell, Author | [S.l.] : Cambridge University Press | 2010

In recent years governments and scientific establishments have been encouraging the development of professional and popular science communication. This book critically examines the origin of this drive to improve communication, and discusses why[...]

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The complete guide to referencing and avoiding plagiarism

Colin Neville, Author | [S.l.] : Open University Press | Open up study skills | 2016

This edition continues to demystify the referencing process and provide essential guidance on making sure you are not committing plagiarism. It provides clear guidelines on why and when to reference as well as how to correctly cite from a huge r[...]

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The craft of scientific writing

Michael Alley | New York, NY : Springer | 1996

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Doing a literature review : releasing the social science research imagination

Chris Hart | [S.l.] : Sage Publications | 1998

Reviewing the literature for a research project can seem a daunting, even overwhelming task. New researchers, in particular, wonder: where do I start? What do I do? How do I do it? "Doing a literature review" can help. This accessible text offer[...]

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Dynamic presentations

Mark Powell, Author | [S.l.] : Cambridge University Press | Cambridge business skills | 2010

Aimed at executives and those developing a career in business, this book looks at what constitutes a successful, motivating presentation and gives learners an insight into the essential skills and techniques they will need to ensure their presen[...]

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Effective scientific writing : an advanced learner's guide to better English

A. Bolt, Author ; Walter Bruins, Author | Amsterdam : VU University Press | 2012

Designed for the needs of nonnative speakers of English, this guide provides comprehensive and practical advice for graduate students and researchers from various disciplines who wish to communicate their work effectively. The book presents all [...]

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The elements of style

William Strunk, Editor ; E. B. White, Editor | [S.l.] : Allyn and Bacon | 2000

"No book in shorter space, with fewer words, will help any writer more than this persistent little volume." The Boston Globe "White is one of the best stylists and most lucid minds in this country. What he says and his way of saying it are equal[...]

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English for academic correspondence and socializing

Adrian Wallwork, Author | New York, NY : Springer | 2011

English for Academic Correspondence and Socializing is the first ever book of its kind specifically written for researchers of all disciplines whose first language is not English. With easy-to-follow rules and tips, and with authentic examples [...]

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English for presentations at international conferences

Adrian Wallwork, Author | New York, NY : Springer | 2010

Good presentation skills are key to a successful career in academia. English for Presentations at International Conferences is the first guide to giving presentations at international conferences ever written specifically for researchers and pr[...]

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English for writing research papers

Adrian Wallwork | New York, NY : Springer | 2011

The book wa written specifically for researchers and professors of all disciplines whose first language is not English and who wish to have their work published in an international journal.

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Environmental communication : skills and principles for natural resource managers, scientists and engineers

Richard R. Jurin ; Donald E. Roush ; K. Jeffrey Danter | New York, NY : Springer | 2010

Environmental professionals can no longer simply publish research in technical journals. Informing the public is now a critical part of the job. The book demonstrates, step by step, how it's done, and is an essential guide for communicating comp[...]

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The essentials of academic writing for international students

Stephen Bailey, Author | London : Routledge | 2015

The Essentials of Academic Writing for International Students has been developed to help these students succeed in their assignments—quickly! This course has a clear, easy-to-follow structure. In the first part, Process and Skills, each stage of[...]

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Evaluating research : methodology for people who need to read research

Francis C. Dane | Los Angeles : Sage | 2011

Aids students in understanding and interpreting quantitative research articles.

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The first five pages : a writer's guide to staying out of the rejection pile

Noah Lukeman | [S.l.] : Fireside | 2000

Whether you are a novice writer or a veteran who has already had your work published, rejection is often a frustrating reality. Literary agents and editors receive and reject hundreds of manuscripts each month. While it's the job of these publis[...]

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Graphics and visual communication for managers

Robert P. Sedlack ; Barbara Lynne Shwom ; Karl P. Keller | [S.l.] : South-Western Cengage Learning | Managerial communication series | 2009

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The handbook of scholarly writing and publishing

Tonette S. Rocco, Author ; Tim Hatcher, Author | [S.l.] : Jossey-Bass | Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series. | 2011

The Handbook of Scholarly Writing and Publishing is a groundbreaking resource that offers emerging and experienced scholars from all disciplines a comprehensive review of the essential elements needed to craft scholarly papers and other writing [...]

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Infographics : the power of visual storytelling /

Jason Lankow, Author ; Josh Ritchie, Author ; Ross Crooks, Author | Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons | 2012

Explains how infographics use visual communication to attract, inform, and entertain their audience

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The information literacy user's guide : an open, online textbook

Deborah Bernnard, Author | Geneseo (N.Y.) : Open SUNY Textbooks | 2014

The Information Literacy User’s Guide introduces students to critical concepts of information literacy as defined for the information-infused and technology-rich environment in which they find themselves. This book helps students examine their r[...]

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ISU Team Project requirements and guidelines

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2018

This Guide provides detailed requirements and evaluation criteria for each of the Team Project Deliverables. Participants working on each deliverable should carefully read the relevant section. It is recommended that you check your deliverables [...]

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ISU writing style and english grammar guide

International Space University, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2018

This Guide provides a summary of the major elements you must consider when writing,presenting, and referencing work during your ISU program.

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Listen, write, present : the elements for communicating science and technology /

Deborah St. James, Author ; Stephanie Barnard, Author | [S.l.] : Yale University Press | 2012

Even the best ideas have little value if they are not explained clearly, concisely, and convincingly to others. Scientists, engineers, health care professionals, and technology specialists become leaders in their fields not just by way of discov[...]

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Making sense : a student's guide to research and writing /

Margot Northey, Author ; Joan McKibbin, Author | Oxford : Oxford University Press | The making sense series | 2012

This text is a clear and concise guide to research and writing for students at all levels of undergraduate studies. Making Sense is intended for students in any humanities, business, or communications course containing research/writing components

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A manual for writers of term papers, theses, and dissertations

Kate L. Turabian | [S.l.] : University of Chicago Press | Chicago guides to writing, editing, and publishing | 1996

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MBA fundamentals : business writing

Timothy E. Flood | [S.l.] : Kaplan Publishing | 2008

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McGraw-Hill's concise guide to writing research papers

Carol Ellison, Author | New York : McGraw-Hill | 2010

The words "research paper" may send a chill down your spine. You're thinking about the hours of research and the days of writing ahead-and that's after wringing your hands about the topic! Never fear, this concise resource will guide you throug[...]

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