Writing in Political Science: A Practical Guide
Autor Diane E. Schmidten Limba Engleză Paperback – 30 iun 2008
- Choose and narrow a research topic
- Formulate a research agenda
- Quickly locate reputable information online
- Execute a study and write about your findings
- Use the vocabulary of political science discourse
- Follow the criteria used to evaluate student assignments when writing
- Apply your writing skills to an internship, civic engagement project, or work-study program
- Manage and preserve achievements for career development
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780205617364
ISBN-10: 0205617360
Pagini: 400
Dimensiuni: 150 x 226 x 18 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Ediția:4
Editura: Longman Publishing Group
Locul publicării:New York, United States
ISBN-10: 0205617360
Pagini: 400
Dimensiuni: 150 x 226 x 18 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Ediția:4
Editura: Longman Publishing Group
Locul publicării:New York, United States
Descriere
A complete resource for writing an effective paper, Diane Schmidt’s latest edition of Writing in Political Science gives students a practical guide for writing and arguing about political events, ideas, passions and agendas. A collection of actual student essays shows you how to write your way to a better grade. After reading Writing in Political Science students will know how to:
- Choose and narrow a research topic
- Formulate a research agenda
- Quickly locate reputable information online
- Execute a study and write about your findings
- Use the vocabulary of political science discourse
- Follow the criteria used to evaluate student assignments when writing
- Apply your writing skills to an internship, civic engagement project, or work-study program
- Manage and preserve achievements for career development
Cuprins
Chapter 1: Political Inquiry
Introduction
The Art of Political Inquiry Defined
Types of Student Writing
The Process of Political Inquiry
Chapter 2: Critical Thinking About Politics
Critical Thinking: The Cornerstone of Political Inquiry
Critical Thinking and Reasoning
Common Problems in Critical Thinking
Tips for Critical Thinking
Reading Critically to Write Critically
Professionalism, Ethical Considerations, and Plagiarism
Chapter 3: Topic Selection
Choosing a Topic
Tips for Choosing a Topic
Chapter 4: Locating Research Materials Using Indexes, Databases, and the Internet
Introduction
Characteristics of Sources Used in Research Papers
Distinguishing Between Types of Information
Retrieval Systems for Locating Sources
Selecting the Right Search Tools for Locating Research Materials
Research Strategies for Locating Sources: A Simulation
Evaluating the Quality and Reliability of Sources
Chapter 5: Creating Evidence with Primary and Secondary Data
Introduction
Secondary Sources of Quantitative Data
Creating Primary Data
A Primer on Qualitative Data Reduction Methods
A Primer on Quantitative Data Reduction Methods
A Primer on Data Analysis
Chapter 6: Properties of Essays and Research Papers
Properties of a Good Essay or Research Paper
Recognizing and Writing a Good Thesis Sentence
Writing a Thesis Sentence for an Essay or Essay Test
Writing a Thesis Sentence for a Research Paper
Formulating a Thesis Sentence for a Research Paper
Recognizing and Writing a Good Paragraph
Properties of a Topic Sentence
Advice for Constructing Paragraphs
Chapter 7: Common Problems with Writing
Common Stylistic Problems
Common Errors: Proofreading the Manuscript
How to Use a Writing Center
What to Do About Writer’s Block
Chapter 8: Manuscript Format and Referencing Styles
Standard Manuscript Presentation
Format and Placement of Items in the Paper or Essay
Format and Placement for Citations
Structure for Endnote and Footnote Citations
Structure for Parenthetical Author-Date Citations System
Chapter 9: Format and Examples for Activities to Enhance Comprehension and Synthesis of Class Materials
Enhancing Comprehension and Synthesis of Class Materials
Writing Analytical Essays
Writing Political Editorials
Analytical Multiple-Choice Exams
Essay Exams
Scholarly Literature Review Presentations
Media Applications
Chapter 10: Format and Examples of Assignments for Managing and Processing Information
Assignments for Managing and Processing Information
Annotated Bibliographies
Book Reviews
Briefing Cases
Research Proposals
Constructing Outlines
Research Presentations
PowerPoint Presentations
Chapter 11: Format and Examples of Conventional Research Papers
Formulas for Organizing Standard Research Papers
Writing a Literature Review
Writing a Comparative Study
Writing an Analysis
Writing a Position Paper
Chapter 12: Format and Examples of Assignments Requiring Special Techniques
Assignments Requiring Special Analytical Techniques
Analytical Case Study
Problem-Solving Case Studies
Analysis of Legislation
Policy Analysis: Evaluation or Recommendation
Researching and Writing a Policy Evaluation
Researching and Writing a Policy Recommendation
Chapter 13: Format and Examples of Assignments and Exercises in Applied Political Science
Assignments and Exercises in Applied Political Science
Event Analysis and Clipping Thesis
Participant Observation and Internship Reports
Event Observation, Participation, and Keeping a Journal
Writing a Journal Essay
Writing a Policy Memo
Writing a Grant
Writing a Project Report
Chapter 14: Assignments for Organizing and Documenting Achievements for Research
Organizing and Documenting Achievements Using Project Folders
Writing Schedules
Draft Checklist for a Research Paper
Criteria for Grading a Research Paper
Storing Notes and References
Chapter 15: Assignments for Organizing and Documenting Achievements for Career Development
Organizing and Documenting Achievements Using a Professional Portfolio
Professional Portfolio or Dossier
Compiling a Curriculum Vitae
Preparing a Resume
Writing a Cover Letter
Autobiographical Essay/Outline
Copies of Written Work
List of Prospective Employers
Methods of Submitting Resumes or Vitae
Resource Manuals and On-Line Help for Career Management and Organizations
Appendices
Glossary
Text Acknowledgments
References
Index
Introduction
The Art of Political Inquiry Defined
Types of Student Writing
The Process of Political Inquiry
Chapter 2: Critical Thinking About Politics
Critical Thinking: The Cornerstone of Political Inquiry
Critical Thinking and Reasoning
Common Problems in Critical Thinking
Tips for Critical Thinking
Reading Critically to Write Critically
Professionalism, Ethical Considerations, and Plagiarism
Chapter 3: Topic Selection
Choosing a Topic
Tips for Choosing a Topic
Chapter 4: Locating Research Materials Using Indexes, Databases, and the Internet
Introduction
Characteristics of Sources Used in Research Papers
Distinguishing Between Types of Information
Retrieval Systems for Locating Sources
Selecting the Right Search Tools for Locating Research Materials
Research Strategies for Locating Sources: A Simulation
Evaluating the Quality and Reliability of Sources
Chapter 5: Creating Evidence with Primary and Secondary Data
Introduction
Secondary Sources of Quantitative Data
Creating Primary Data
A Primer on Qualitative Data Reduction Methods
A Primer on Quantitative Data Reduction Methods
A Primer on Data Analysis
Chapter 6: Properties of Essays and Research Papers
Properties of a Good Essay or Research Paper
Recognizing and Writing a Good Thesis Sentence
Writing a Thesis Sentence for an Essay or Essay Test
Writing a Thesis Sentence for a Research Paper
Formulating a Thesis Sentence for a Research Paper
Recognizing and Writing a Good Paragraph
Properties of a Topic Sentence
Advice for Constructing Paragraphs
Chapter 7: Common Problems with Writing
Common Stylistic Problems
Common Errors: Proofreading the Manuscript
How to Use a Writing Center
What to Do About Writer’s Block
Chapter 8: Manuscript Format and Referencing Styles
Standard Manuscript Presentation
Format and Placement of Items in the Paper or Essay
Format and Placement for Citations
Structure for Endnote and Footnote Citations
Structure for Parenthetical Author-Date Citations System
Chapter 9: Format and Examples for Activities to Enhance Comprehension and Synthesis of Class Materials
Enhancing Comprehension and Synthesis of Class Materials
Writing Analytical Essays
Writing Political Editorials
Analytical Multiple-Choice Exams
Essay Exams
Scholarly Literature Review Presentations
Media Applications
Chapter 10: Format and Examples of Assignments for Managing and Processing Information
Assignments for Managing and Processing Information
Annotated Bibliographies
Book Reviews
Briefing Cases
Research Proposals
Constructing Outlines
Research Presentations
PowerPoint Presentations
Chapter 11: Format and Examples of Conventional Research Papers
Formulas for Organizing Standard Research Papers
Writing a Literature Review
Writing a Comparative Study
Writing an Analysis
Writing a Position Paper
Chapter 12: Format and Examples of Assignments Requiring Special Techniques
Assignments Requiring Special Analytical Techniques
Analytical Case Study
Problem-Solving Case Studies
Analysis of Legislation
Policy Analysis: Evaluation or Recommendation
Researching and Writing a Policy Evaluation
Researching and Writing a Policy Recommendation
Chapter 13: Format and Examples of Assignments and Exercises in Applied Political Science
Assignments and Exercises in Applied Political Science
Event Analysis and Clipping Thesis
Participant Observation and Internship Reports
Event Observation, Participation, and Keeping a Journal
Writing a Journal Essay
Writing a Policy Memo
Writing a Grant
Writing a Project Report
Chapter 14: Assignments for Organizing and Documenting Achievements for Research
Organizing and Documenting Achievements Using Project Folders
Writing Schedules
Draft Checklist for a Research Paper
Criteria for Grading a Research Paper
Storing Notes and References
Chapter 15: Assignments for Organizing and Documenting Achievements for Career Development
Organizing and Documenting Achievements Using a Professional Portfolio
Professional Portfolio or Dossier
Compiling a Curriculum Vitae
Preparing a Resume
Writing a Cover Letter
Autobiographical Essay/Outline
Copies of Written Work
List of Prospective Employers
Methods of Submitting Resumes or Vitae
Resource Manuals and On-Line Help for Career Management and Organizations
Appendices
Glossary
Text Acknowledgments
References
Index
Caracteristici
Examples of actual student essays demonstrate effective writing techniques.
Highlighted "Example" sections throughout the text make it quick and easy to locate the information students need.
Chicago Manual, APA, and MLA guidelines are grouped by resource, allowing students to compare different citation styles.
Sections on writing grant proposals, policy memos, project reports, and journal essays.
Career development section on compiling a curriculum vitae, preparing a resume, and writing a cover letter.
Highlighted "Example" sections throughout the text make it quick and easy to locate the information students need.
Chicago Manual, APA, and MLA guidelines are grouped by resource, allowing students to compare different citation styles.
Sections on writing grant proposals, policy memos, project reports, and journal essays.
Career development section on compiling a curriculum vitae, preparing a resume, and writing a cover letter.
Caracteristici noi
Updated URLs, an expanded list of internet research sources, and updated sections on Internet research and Internet source evaluation enables students to locate and verify information quickly.
New examples highlight changes in researching legislative analysis, policy evaluation, and policy recommendation.
A section on literature reviews helps students to research and manage past and present literature in the political science field.
An updated plagiarism section reflects current trends and problems students might experience during the research and writing process, and helps them to avoid making common mistakes.
New reference pages on Internet citations give students comparative formats for MLA, Chicago Manual of Style, APA and APSA styles so they can document their resources correctly.
New examples show students how to read and create tables and graphs from previously unpublished data now available on government and private organizational Web sites.
Chapter 5 has been expanded to include a section on classificational analysis, constructing conceptual models, and typologies to reflect the current trends in data presentation.
New sections on media applications and PowerPoint presentations reflect current trends in student to student communication, and an additional section on 508 compliance (ADA) for accessibility in presentations prepares students for communicating in a public sector position.
New sections on policy memos, grant writing, and project report writing show students how to apply your political science writing skills in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.
Updated advice on composing job and graduate school application materials prepares students for post-college endeavors.
New examples highlight changes in researching legislative analysis, policy evaluation, and policy recommendation.
A section on literature reviews helps students to research and manage past and present literature in the political science field.
An updated plagiarism section reflects current trends and problems students might experience during the research and writing process, and helps them to avoid making common mistakes.
New reference pages on Internet citations give students comparative formats for MLA, Chicago Manual of Style, APA and APSA styles so they can document their resources correctly.
New examples show students how to read and create tables and graphs from previously unpublished data now available on government and private organizational Web sites.
Chapter 5 has been expanded to include a section on classificational analysis, constructing conceptual models, and typologies to reflect the current trends in data presentation.
New sections on media applications and PowerPoint presentations reflect current trends in student to student communication, and an additional section on 508 compliance (ADA) for accessibility in presentations prepares students for communicating in a public sector position.
New sections on policy memos, grant writing, and project report writing show students how to apply your political science writing skills in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.
Updated advice on composing job and graduate school application materials prepares students for post-college endeavors.
Textul de pe ultima copertă
A complete resource for writing an effective paper, Diane Schmidt's latest edition of "Writing in Political Science" gives students a practical guide for writing and arguing about political events, ideas, passions and agendas. A collection of actual student essays shows you how to write your way to a better grade. After reading "Writing in Political Science" students will know how to:
- Choose and narrow a research topic
- Formulate a research agenda
- Quickly locate reputable information online
- Execute a study and write about your findings
- Use the vocabulary of political science discourse
- Follow the criteria used to evaluate student assignments when writing
- Apply your writing skills to an internship, civic engagement project, or work-study program
- Manage and preserve achievements for career development
Notă biografică
Diane E. Schmidt is Professor of Public Administration and Policy in the Political Science Department of California State University-Chico. She has been the Coordinator of the Undergraduate Public Administration Program and consults with a wide variety of federal, state, and local government, as well as nonprofit and community organizations on community management, public personnel, labor policy, and policy analysis. She teaches courses in American institutions, political behavior, public policy analysis, public administration, collaborative management, and comparative government, including online courses and accessible courses for people with disabilities.