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How to Write a BA Thesis is the only book that directly addresses the needs of undergraduate students writing a major paper. This book offers step-by-step advice on how to move from early ideas to finished paper. It covers choosing a topic, selecting an advisor, writing a proposal, conducting research, developing an argument, writing and editing the thesis, and making through a defense. Lipson also acknowledges the challenges that arise when tackling such a project, and he offers advice for breaking through writer&;s block and juggling school-life demands. This is a must-read for anyone writing a BA thesis, or for anyone who advises these students.

 

Contents: Getting started. How to read this book -- Introduction to How to write a BA thesis, second edition -- Useful nuts and bolts -- More nuts and bolts -- Framing your topic. Taking effective notes and avoiding plagiarism -- How to build a reading list -- Refining your topic, writing a proposal, and beginning research -- Conducting your research. What is good thesis research -- Using case studies effectively -- Every thesis should have a thesis -- Writing your best. Planning and prewriting: how do they help your thesis? -- Writing your best -- Effective openings, smooth transitions, and strong closings -- Good editing makes good writing -- Presenting information visually -- Presenting your work to others -- Working your best. Working efficiently -- Overcoming problems -- What to do if you get stuck -- Scheduling and completing your thesis. Thesis schedule -- Tips and reminders -- Frequently asked questions -- What to do when you're all done -- Dealing with special requirements. Thesis defense and second readers: questions and answers -- A one-semester thesis -- Citing your sources and getting more advice. Appendix 1: Best sources for more help -- Appendix 2: Footnotes 101 -- Appendix 3: Advice for new faculty advisers.