The Routledge Doctoral Supervisor's Companion: Supporting Effective Research in Education and the Social Sciences Contributor(s): Walker, Melanie (Editor), Thomson, Pat (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415484146 ISBN-13: 9780415484145 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $56.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Research - Education | Higher |
Dewey: 370.72 |
LCCN: 2009045976 |
Series: Companions for PhD and Dphil Research |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.8" W x 9.6" (1.40 lbs) 336 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Accompanying The Routledge Doctoral Student's Companion this book examines what it means to be a doctoral student in education and the social sciences, providing a guide for those supervising students. Exploring the key role and pedagogical challenges that face supervisors in students' personal development, the contributors outline the research capabilities which are essential for confidence, quality and success in doctorate level research. Providing guidance about helpful resources and methodological support, the chapters:
While there is no one solution to ideal supervision, this wide-ranging text offers resources that will help supervisors develop their own personal approach to supervision. Ideal for all supervisors whether assisting part-time of full-time students, it is also highly suitable for helping academics to support international students who confront Western doctoral traditions and academic cultures, helping both supervisor and student to understand why things are as they are. |