Making Sense A Student's Guide to Research and Writing

by Northey, Margot; McKibbin, Joan

• ISBN13: 9780195445817
• ISBN10: 0195445813
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-04-26
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Now in its seventh edition, the original volume of the bestselling Making Sense series is an indispensable research and writing guide for students in any discipline. Maintaining the signature straightforward style of the series, this updated edition outlines the general principles of style,grammar, and usage, while covering such topics as how to conduct academic research, how to write essays, and how to properly document sources. Concise and accessible, with new information on technology-based research and group presentations, this latest edition continues to be an invaluable resourcefor students throughout their academic careers and beyond.

Table of Contents

A Note to the Student	p. vi
Acknowledgements	p. vii
Writing and Thinking	p. 1
Writing an Essay	p. 8
Writing a Book Report	p. 39
Writing a Lab Report	p. 45
Writing a Business Report	p. 54
Using Illustrations	p. 68
Documenting Sources	p. 73
Giving an Oral Presentation	p. 110
Writing Examinations	p. 119
Writing a Resume and Letter of Application	p. 128
Writing with Style	p. 138
Common Errors in Grammar and Usage	p. 154
Punctuation	p. 168
Misused Words and Phrases	p. 184
Glossary	p. 198
Index	p. 209
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