Managing Information for Research
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A book for first-time researchers which addresses the problems and anxieties they themselves define as most important:* Transforming the knowledge gained during research into written form* Managing time* Organizing the information they collect and create* Transforming information from written sources into usable knowledge* Coping with feelings of isolation and loss of confidenceStrangely enough, these problems have not so far been the main focus of any text designed to help researchers.This book makes up for the omission: it is based on experience - the experience of the author in working with...
A book for first-time researchers which addresses the problems and anxieties they themselves define as most important:* Transforming the knowledge gained during research into written form* Managing time* Organizing the information they collect and create* Transforming information from written sources into usable knowledge* Coping with feelings of isolation and loss of confidenceStrangely enough, these problems have not so far been the main focus of any text designed to help researchers.This book makes up for the omission: it is based on experience - the experience of the author in working with students who are tackling research for the first time, and that of students themselves - and it presents the experience by way of examples from real projects. Readers have the opportunity of answering questions about their own research, and on the basis of their answers they are helped in making decisions that will help them to cope successfully with the key problems, and to deliver an end product that does justice to their efforts.
Review quote:
“... an excellent piece of work which will help anyone who is prepared to learn about the most effective manner of organising and presenting information.” - mantex.co.uk (Mantex Info Design website)
“It is written in a clear, accessible style...” - Ros McCulloch (Assessment & Evaluation in HE)
"...is easy to dip into; is written in highly conversational style; and uses visual presentation more frequently than is the norm for books on research.” - Pat Cryer (New Academic Summer)
Table of contents:
What are we doing when we 'do research'Mapping the research territoryknown and unknown areasManaging information to support researchKeeping the record straightdocumenting the researchManaging the time availablePlanning the information products of researchquestions to answerPlanning the information products of researchfirst decisionsExtending our repertoire for presenting informationDesign is more than cosmetic!The process of converting information into writingmaking it easier
Review quote:
“... an excellent piece of work which will help anyone who is prepared to learn about the most effective manner of organising and presenting information.” - mantex.co.uk (Mantex Info Design website)
“It is written in a clear, accessible style...” - Ros McCulloch (Assessment & Evaluation in HE)
"...is easy to dip into; is written in highly conversational style; and uses visual presentation more frequently than is the norm for books on research.” - Pat Cryer (New Academic Summer)
Table of contents:
What are we doing when we 'do research'Mapping the research territoryknown and unknown areasManaging information to support researchKeeping the record straightdocumenting the researchManaging the time availablePlanning the information products of researchquestions to answerPlanning the information products of researchfirst decisionsExtending our repertoire for presenting informationDesign is more than cosmetic!The process of converting information into writingmaking it easier