Author: Ferguson, Therese

Source: Journal of Geography in Higher Education, Volume 33, Number 2, May 2009 , pp. 285-297(13)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

Abstract:

Writing groups facilitate the development of research students' written communication skills, which are critical for the competent preparation of theses and publications. This paper describes a Thesis Writing Group for social science doctoral students. Participants indicated that the group not only served a practical role, providing an impetus for the consideration and production of different components of their theses, but also served psychological purposes, fostering positive attitudinal changes such as enhanced motivation, increased confidence and a more positive outlook on the writing process.

Keywords: Thesis; writing group; doctoral students

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03098260902734968

Affiliations: 1: University of the West Indies, Jamaica

Publication date: 2009-05-01

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