Writing an Applied Linguistics Thesis or Dissertation

John Bitchener

ISBN 10: 0230224547 / ISBN 13: 9780230224544

Published by Macmillan Education Okt 2014, 2014

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This invaluable guide introduces first-time thesis writers to the process of writing up empirical research. To help students understand what content and structure are appropriate for the different parts of a thesis, John Bitchener presents a range of options, richly illustrated with analyses of and commentary on sections from a real Masters thesis in Applied Linguistics. Chapters contain answers to commonly asked questions and ample opportunity for students to develop their skills through interactive exercises. This step-by-step handbook can be used as a core text in seminars and workshops or as a reference point for independent learners. 232 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Writing an Applied Linguistics Thesis or Dissertation
• Publisher: Macmillan Education Okt 2014
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0230224547
• ISBN 13: 9780230224544
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 140W x 13H x 13D millimeters 140 millimeters width by 13 millimeters height by 13 millimeters depth
• Weight: 311 grams

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Synopsis

This invaluable guide introduces first-time thesis writers to the process of writing up empirical research. To help students understand what content and structure are appropriate for the different parts of a thesis, John Bitchener presents a range of options, richly illustrated with analyses of and commentary on sections from a real Masters thesis in Applied Linguistics. Chapters contain answers to commonly asked questions and ample opportunity for students to develop their skills through interactive exercises.

This step-by-step handbook can be used as a core text in seminars and workshops or as a reference point for independent learners.

About the Author

JOHN BITCHENER is Professor of Applied Linguistics at AUT University, Auckland. He is President of the Applied Linguistics Association of New Zealand and Co-Editor of New Zealand Studies in Applied Linguistics. A recent recipient of a Fulbright Grant to the USA, his research interests include issues in academic genre and the efficacy of written corrective feedback for second language acquisition.
JOHN BITCHENER is Professor of Applied Linguistics at AUT University, Auckland. He is President of the Applied Linguistics Association of New Zealand and Co-Editor of New Zealand Studies in Applied Linguistics. A recent recipient of a Fulbright Grant to the USA, his research interests include issues in academic genre and the efficacy of written corrective feedback for second language acquisition.