Writing and Research Tips
What are "scholarly sources?"
25th August 2022
We get a variety of email queries about writing and research, and one of the most common includes questions about sources: namely, what kinds of sources are appropriate for a thesis or dissertation, and what constitutes a “scholarly source?” Many times, a client will email us because their advisor has commented on the lack of scholarly sources; or they’re unsure about whether or not they’ve gotten adequate sources.Dissertation Research Tips: Choosing a Topic
25th August 2022
Some people go into their doctoral program with a clear idea of what they want to study and never waver from it; others have a vague sense of what they want their topic to be, and then fine-tune it; still others go in with some idea, and then end up focusing on a completely different topic altogether.Dissertation Writing Tips: How to Paraphrase
25th August 2022
Avoiding plagiarism is a central focus when you’re writing your dissertation, and part of that involves paraphrasing the research you read.How to Construct an Effective Poster Presentation
25th August 2022
If you decide to present your research at a conference, you might have to prepare a poster presentation.Why Reading Widely Is So Important
25th August 2022
If you talk with any professional writer, at some point they will likely tell you that if you’re interested in becoming a writer, you need to read.The Importance of Fact-Checking and Understanding Your Research
25th August 2022
Recently, the author Naomi Wolf learned – on-air, no less – that a major premise of her book is based on a misunderstanding.Keeping a Research Journal
25th August 2022
We’ve discussed academic bullet journaling and how it can help you in a previous blog post, but what about keeping a research journal? While bullet journaling keeps a record of your deadlines and schedules, a research journal is different.Choosing Credible Sources
25th August 2022
In this day and age, we are lucky to have a surplus of scholarly information at our fingertips. No more are the hours of paging through card catalogs or scrolling through microfiche.How Do You Know if You Have the Right Dissertation/Thesis Topic?
25th August 2022
Many people spend a lot of time wondering how to choose a thesis or dissertation topic, but how do you know when you have the right one? Well, it can be different for everyone, including how you define “the right topic,” but there are a few ways to know you’ve picked a good topic.National Library Week!
25th August 2022
It’s National Library Week (4/19-4/25) – a time to celebrate the libraries in your life. Libraries serve the needs of their communities, whether it’s a busy undergrad university, a small charter school, a research institution, an inner-city neighborhood, or a graduate school.Choosing a Theoretical Framework
15th February 2021
Without a theoretical framework, your dissertation can come across as unfocused and unmoored – as if you’re floundering for rationale.
