The Dissertation Journey: A Practical and Comprehensive Guide to Planning, Writing, and Defending Your Dissertation

"Few books provide such a concise overview of the dissertation process. From understanding your relationship with faculty to collating materials for each chapter, Roberts provides a clear, step-by-step guide on how to plan, write, and defend your doctoral research. Do not procrastinate; read this book and proceed on the road to successful completion of your dissertation!"―Deborah A. Schreiber, Assistant Professor of EducationTUI UniversityIt′s an uphill climb―but the view from the top makes it all worthwhile.The dissertation is a tough mountain to climb; half of all doctoral students never make it to the top. To overcome the practical, emotional, and psychological obstacles along the way, you′ll need the right tools and a knowledgeable guide. This informative and inspirational book readies you for each step of the dissertation process, including choosing a topic, selecting the committee, getting acclimated to academic writing, preparing for your oral defense, and publishing your research.This second edition of The Dissertation Journey offers new and updated features, including:A chapter on ethical considerationsExpanded coverage of digital data collection and using the Internet for researchMore detailed information on conducting the literature reviewA discussion of how to develop a theoretical or conceptual frameworkWith graphics, checklists, inspirational quotes, illustrations, and sample forms, this valuable resource is your essential guidebook to preparing, writing, and defending your dissertation. Read more