Writing the doctoral dissertation : a systematic approach /
by Gordon B. Davis, Clyde A. Parker.
- Second edition.
- vi, 154 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Includes bibliographical references.
The need for a different approach to the dissertation -- An overview of the dissertation mananagement approach -- The dissertation as knowledge work -- The selection of an advisor and a dissertation committee -- Predissertation development activities -- The selection of a dissertation topic -- Investigating existing knowledge on a topic -- The dissertation proposal -- The dissertation time schedule and budget -- Working with an advisor and a dissertation committee -- Management of dissertation activities -- The defense and publishing the results -- Appendix. Using computer software for productivity in dissertation activities.