A short guide to academic writing / Andrew P. Johnson.
| Author/creator | Johnson, Andrew P. author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Lanham, Maryland : University Press of America, [2003] |
| Copyright Date | ©2003 |
| Description | x, 126 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | I: The process of writing -- Writing groups -- Writing is a very messy process -- Reading critically -- Sources and notes -- Taking notes -- Writing with your unconscious -- II: Academic writing -- What is academic writing? -- Using objective and subjective language -- Writing and speech -- Writing as teaching -- Creating structure -- Less is more -- III: The particulars of academic writing -- The introductory paragraph -- Paragraphs -- Transition words and sentences -- Grammar and punctuation -- Sentences -- Citations -- Quotations -- Quantifying reality -- The literature review -- IV: Science and research -- Understanding science and research -- Describing empirical research -- Writing using 3-D -- V: Final products -- Theses and dissertations -- Journal articles. |
| Abstract | This author believes that writing is a matter of finding out what it is you have to say, organising your thoughts, and putting the right words together to communicate your ideas. This book sets out the important ideas related to writing. |
| Local note | Little-355060--305131034891 |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Johnson, Andrew P. (Andrew Paul). Short guide to academic writing. Lanham, Md. : University Press of America, ©2003 |
| LCCN | 2003040233 |
| ISBN | 0761825037 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9780761825036 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laupus | Books - Stacks | PE 1408 J661S 2003 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |