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eBooks on Research & Scholarly Writing

Dictionary of Nursing Theory and Research
The fourth edition of this classic dictionary for understanding traditional and new concepts in nursing theory and research encompasses the considerable changes that have occurred in the clinical health sciences since the previous edition was published. Includes updates and new references, plus information related to developing areas of research and practice. New content reflects nursing priorities in research and theory development in the current interprofessional health care environment. An invaluable reference for nursing students, researchers, theoreticians, and scholars.
The Handy English Grammar Answer Book by Christine A. Hult
Publication Date: 2015
Offers fundamental principles, grammar rules, punctuation advice, insights on writing, and writing examples for everyone and every occasion. From a brief history of the English language to the deconstruction and explanation of the different parts of a sentence, and from showing how to punctuate correctly to how to organize a well-argued essay, this easy-to-use reference answers nearly 500 questions and offers fun facts on the English language and its usage.
Ideas for Leaders Collection by Roddy Millar
Publication Date: 2016
Ideas for Leaders curates the latest and most significant management and business thinking from around the world and distills often highly complex concepts into straightforward summaries which highlight how ideas can be applied to improve organizational performance. The information from which the Ideas are produced represents over a billion dollars’ worth of research conducted at top business schools around the world. The material introduces students and other readers to the new thinking that is revolutionizing how we manage people and organizations.
Palgrave Key Concepts: Key Concepts in Business and Management Research Methods by Peter Stokes
Publication Date: 2011
A detailed yet concise handbook clarifying all the major terms needed for a thorough understanding of key research methodology concepts in business and management. An invaluable guide for students at all levels seeking assistance with projects, research proposals, dissertations and theses; including case studies and suggestions for further reading.
Reader's Guide to the Social Sciences by Jonathan Michie
Publication Date: 2001
This work includes numerous entries in A-Z order, critically reviewing the literature on specific topics from abortion to world systems theory. In addition, nine major entries cover each of the major disciplines (political economy; management and business; human geography; politics; sociology; law; psychology; organizational behavior) and the history and development of the social sciences in a broader sense.
Product Design
Offers a broad and comprehensive introduction to the field of product design and the key role of product designers. It follows through all the stages and activities involved in the creation of a new product -- from concept design to manufacture, prototyping to marketing.

Library Catalog

Books about Research & Writing in the IOT Library

Basic Steps in Planning Nursing Research by Pamela J. Brink; Marilynn J. Wood
Call Number: RT 81.5 .B74 1983
ISBN: 0534012418
Publication Date: 1983-01-01
Bookmarks by John J. Ruszkiewicz; Janice R. Walker; Michael A. Pemberton Serving as a bridge between old and new traditions for researchers who expect to work regularly in both print and electronic environments, this second edition demystifies the writing process by engaging and guiding students through the research and writing process. It focuses on rhetorical issues addressing audience.
Call Number: LB 2369 .R88 2003
ISBN: 0321105982
Publication Date: 2002-08-08
Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care by Aveyard This bestselling book is a step-by-step guide to doing a literature review in health and social care. It is vital reading for all those undertaking their undergraduate or postgraduate dissertation or any research module which involves a literature review.
Call Number: RA 440.85 .A949 2010EB
ISBN: 0335238866
Publication Date: 2010-01-05
Form and Style Modern Language Association of America Update by Carole Slade
Call Number: LB 2369 .C3 1997
ISBN: 0395796555
Publication Date: 1996-08-01
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A Guide to Library Research Methods by Thomas Mann With today's information explosion, students, job hunters, professionals, and researchers urgently need more than just an annotated bibliography to guide them through the bewildering maze of resources now available. Responding to this need, Thomas Mann--a reference librarian at theLibrary of Congress--offers us A Guide to Library Research Methods.Introducing a distinctive, new approach to the fact-finding process, this book provides not only an exceptional overview of the range of material that exists, but, more importantly, a detailed discussion of both the advantages and disadvantages of using each type of source. Mann'sproblem-solving technique emphasizes seven different research methods that researchers can apply to any inquiry. Used as a set of easily remembered "mental pegs," these methods enable individuals to get further into a subject more quickly, with less wasted effort. The seven research methodsdescribed include subject heading inquiries, systematic browsing, key word and citation searches, use of bibliographies, computer searches, and talking to people.A Guide to Library Research Methods should be required reading for every individual who has ever asked the question, "Where should I start looking to find out about this?"
Call Number: Z 710 .M23 1987
ISBN: 0195049446
Publication Date: 1990-03-08
Originality, Imitation, and Plagiarism by Caroline Eisner (Editor); Martha Vicinus (Editor) The essays in this volume explore the complex issues of originality, imitation, and plagiarism, especially as they concern students and scholars, while also addressing related issues, ranging from copyright conventions and the ownership of original work to the authority and role of the writer.
Call Number: PN 167 .O75 2008 (Internet)
ISBN: 0472070347
Publication Date: 2008-03-10
Writing by Lester Faigley Writing: A Guide for College and Beyonduses written instruction and visual tools to teach how to read, write, and research effectively for different purposes. Writing Guidelines, Critical Reading, Research. General Interest, Writing
Call Number: PE 1408 .F255 2010
ISBN: 0205648703
Publication Date: 2009-01-20
Writing Research Papers by James D. Lester The definitive research paper guide, Writing Research Papers combines a traditional and practical approach to the research process with the latest information on electronic research and presentation. & Key Benefits: This market-leading text provides students with step-by-step guidance through the research writing process, from selecting and narrowing a topic to formatting the finished document & Key Topics: Plagiarism Documentation Evaluating Sources
Call Number: LB 2369 .L4 1990
ISBN: 0673387984
Publication Date: 1997-10-01

Online Resources for Writing & Research

APA Style FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About APA Style
Academic Writing Guide
There are different writing styles, each with a different purpose or audience. There are situations in which one style will be more appropriate than another, and there is a variety of strategies you can use to approach the work. There is argument papers, research papers, expository papers, exam essays and academic proposals,
APA Style Tutorial
Free tutorial designed for those who have no previous knowledge of APA Style
The MLA Style Center
Writing Resources from the Modern Language Association. A free resource companion to the MLA Handbook.
Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material, and we provide these as a free service of the Writing Lab at Purdue. Students, members of the community, and users worldwide will find information to assist with many writing projects. Teachers and trainers may use this material for in-class and out-of-class instruction.
Strategies for Essay Writing
Concise advice on fundamental elements of academic writing from the Harvard College Writing Center.

More from Purdue University OWL (Online Writing Lab)

Annotated Bibliographies by Purdue University An annotation is a summary and/or evaluation. Therefore, an annotated bibliography includes a summary and/or evaluation of each of the sources. Depending on your project or the assignment, your annotations may do one or more of the following. Summarize: Some annotations merely summarize the source. What are the main arguments? What is the point of this book or article? What topics are covered? If someone asked what this article/book is about, what would you say? The length of your annotations will determine how detailed your summary is. For more help, see our handout on paraphrasing sources. Assess: After summarizing a source, it may be helpful to evaluate it. Is it a useful source? How does it compare with other sources in your bibliography? Is the information reliable? Is this source biased or objective? What is the goal of this source? For more help, see our handouts on evaluating resources. Reflect: Once you've summarized and assessed a source, you need to ask how it fits into your research. Was this source helpful to you? How does it help you shape your argument? How can you use this source in your research project? Has it changed how you think about your topic? Your annotated bibliography may include some of these, all of these, or even others. If you're doing this for a class, you should get specific guidelines from your instructor.
Common Writing Assignments > Argument Papers The following sections outline the generally accepted structure for an academic argument paper.The introduction is the broad beginning of the paper that answers three important questions: What is this? Why am I reading it? What do you want me to do? You should answer these questions by doing the following: Set the context –provide general information about the main idea, explaining the situation so the reader can make sense of the topic and the claims you make and support State why the main idea is important –tell the reader why he or she should care and keep reading. Your goal is to create a compelling, clear, and convincing essay people will want to read and act upon State your thesis/claim –compose a sentence or two stating the position you will support with logos (sound reasoning: induction, deduction), pathos (balanced emotional appeal), and ethos (author credibility).
Common Writing Assignments > Research Papers The pages in this section cover the following topic areas related to the process of writing a research paper: Genre- This section will provide an overview for understanding the difference between an analytical and argumentative research paper. Choosing a Topic- This section will guide the student through the process of choosing topics, whether the topic be one that is assigned or one that the student chooses themselves. Identifying an Audience- This section will help the student understand the often times confusing topic of audience by offering some basic guidelines for the process. Where Do I Begin- This section concludes the handout by offering several links to resources at Purdue, and also provides an overview of the final stages of writing a research paper.
Purdue OWL General Writing Resources These OWL resources will help you with the writing process: pre-writing (invention), developing research questions and outlines, composing thesis statements, and proofreading. While the writing process may be different for each person and for each particular assignment, the resources contained in this section follow the general work flow of pre-writing, organizing, and revising. For resources and examples on specific types of writing assignments, please go to our Common Writing Assignments area.
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Compare & Contrast Essays Writing Help

Comparing & Contrasting
Writing Center Walden University provides overview, address both similarities and differences, clear thesis statement, transitions, structure, etc.
Comparing and Contrasting
Writing Center UNC Chapel Hill describes how to recognize comparison/contrast in assignments, using comparison/contrast in writing projects, discovering similarities and differences, two events, two ideas, two pieces of work, two people. Organize the paper by subject or point.
How to Write a Comparative Analysis
Writing Center Harvard College explains how to write a comparative analysis. Five elements are frame of reference, grounds for comparison, thesis, organizational scheme and linking of A and B.

Library Research Methods: Resources for Research & Writing

eBooks on Research & Scholarly Writing

Library Catalog

Books about Research & Writing in the IOT Library

Online Resources for Writing & Research

Research & Writing Databases