- Paperback: 144 pages
- Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd; Second Edition edition (1 Mar 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0761972056
- ISBN-13: 978-0761972051
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 13.7 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
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`If only this book had been available when I was a student it is fair to say my life would have been a lot easier and I would have saved myself a lot of time, effort and grief. This is an easy book to read and contains all the relevant information for the student who has the onerous task of essay writing' - Accident and Emergency Nursing
Top marks can not be guaranteed - but there are proven approaches and techniques which, when applied well, can help everyone to write good essays. The Second Edition of this `must have' guide builds on the success of the first with updated and expanded advice. Good Essay Writing provides answers to the key questions which need to be considered when preparing an essay. For example: What do tutors look for when marking essays? What kind of skills will be needed at different course levels? How can inadvertent plagiarism be avoided? What are the protocols for referencing?
Good Essay Writing shows you how to approach different types of essay questions, provides detailed guidelines on the various ways of supporting and sustaining key arguments, addresses common worries, and provides concrete examples of good practice. Key points are encapsulated in easy to digest summaries.
Good Essay Writing is highly recommended for everybody studying social sciences wishing to brush up on their essay writing skills.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book and read it before starting an OU Degree in Pychology starting with Social Sciences DD121. Fantastic - I have not formally studied for years and years - this book has rested some fears, made good sense, had good balance, and well presented.
Just 1 BUT! I did not understand a word of essay 1 - I guess I have some work to do!
138 of 143 people found the following review helpful
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Whilst the subject matter is not the most exciting this book is written in an engaging and easy style that encourages you to read on. It is a mine of useful hints and tips with essay examples. The book includes useful appendices including information on referencing which covers details on referencing from 'new media' which is becoming increasingly popular. There is a slant towards Open University students with seperate information boxes dedicated to OU students however the information and advice will be invaluable to all students at all levels. I would advise keeping this book to hand to use as a quick reference guide when you have your next essay to write.
40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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I'm currently studying for an MA - but not now within the Social Sciences as this book is aimed for! My MA started in Social Sciences and moved to another subject area; however this book has helped me with all of my essays.
Although I'm studying with the Open University I would recommend this book for all students - and also at degree level. What Redman has done is tailor for all institutions then added a small section for all OU students at the end of each chapter.
The chapters are easy to follow and I would suggest flicking through it once but then dipping in and out of it as necessary. He covers topics such as:
* What tutors look for when marking essays
* Matching the answer to the question
* Stages of writing
* Writing each part of the essay
* How to reference
* Examples are also included.
These are just a few of the sections covered and the appendices all has in it areas such as what to do when you get your essay back. The layout is very similar to a report; each chapter has sub-sections which are numbered and bulleted.
I'm not particularly academic and essay writing does not come easily to me, yet this book really has changed how I write my essays.
Although I'm studying with the Open University I would recommend this book for all students - and also at degree level. What Redman has done is tailor for all institutions then added a small section for all OU students at the end of each chapter.
The chapters are easy to follow and I would suggest flicking through it once but then dipping in and out of it as necessary. He covers topics such as:
* What tutors look for when marking essays
* Matching the answer to the question
* Stages of writing
* Writing each part of the essay
* How to reference
* Examples are also included.
These are just a few of the sections covered and the appendices all has in it areas such as what to do when you get your essay back. The layout is very similar to a report; each chapter has sub-sections which are numbered and bulleted.
I'm not particularly academic and essay writing does not come easily to me, yet this book really has changed how I write my essays.
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I ordered this book because it was recommended as preparation for the Open University's course DD131 (Introduction to Social Sciences). Read more
Published 1 month ago by E. Williams
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This book was in great condition, helping with the course that I had attending at the moment. Would recommend thanks
Published 3 months ago by marilyn
great!!
I bought this book in order to help my skills on writing essays. It was easy to understand and helpfull. I would recomment it as well to everybody.
Published 7 months ago by ivan
The specific masquerading as the general.
I had such high hopes when I bought this book, someone actually claimed that after reading Good Essay Writing he never again wrote a poor essay, lucky man! Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. M. Hazel
A must have for those who are returning to study after eons!!!
I have just returned to studying through an OU course on the Social Sciences. This guide has clear concise guidance on how to break down what is required from you when writing... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. Carrissa Price
A cehcklist for good writing
This is a brief but comprehensive guide to good academic writing. It will be particularly useful for OU students, those of us who are unused to the demands of academic writing,... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Siobhanio
Superb book for writing essays in the Social Sciences
I have read many books on writing essays. Social Science essays are of a particular type and, having coming from a traditional scientific background, I had little experience of... Read more
Published 15 months ago by J. Hunt
Missing pages found too late
I bought this as long-term reference material in case I need it to help with Open University Social Science essays. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Infracom
great!
I have struggled with my essays as I've not done any studying for 20 years. I wish I'd known about this book last year, never mind I'm sure it will be a great help for the years to... Read more
Published 21 months ago by butterfingers
Vital Read
I think this book is pretty vital if you are studying Social Sciences with Open University as it is full of all the stuff that you need to know. Read more
Published 21 months ago by cargirl
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