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PhD Advice: A test case in finding a dissertation topic – Part 1
Introduction Ahhh, the dissertation topic…bane of a research student’s existence, more mythical than a unicorn and harder to track down than the Lost City of Atlantis! In my previous posts, I shared some of my theories and insights into choosing … Continue reading
Phd Advice: A few tips on footnotes…
Introduction Today’s post will deal with the exciting world of footnotes! I know, I know, it seems as if I’m dredging the bottom of the content barrel, but it’s not like that. In truth, I have many ideas for posts … Continue reading
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Tagged bibliography software, footnotes, New Testament, organization, PhD, writing
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British or U.S. PhD? That depends on your criteria…
Introduction A question that is often asked in contemplating doctoral studies is, “Which PhD program is better, one from the U.K. (or other dissertation only program) or one from the U.S? Often, the answers tend to be too simplistic (i.e. … Continue reading
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The (dreaded) dissertation topic – 2 of 3 – “Asking the right question…”
Introduction In this post I want to help you conceptualize a few things regarding your dissertation topic before you launch into reading tons of books in search of a good thesis. This is the second post of a quick series … Continue reading
The (dreaded) dissertation topic – 1 of 3 – “A flexible evolution in thinking…”
Introduction During the short time I have worked on my dissertation (16 months of part-time research and counting), there have been few things that have caused me as much worry and doubt as that of choosing a dissertation topic. How … Continue reading
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Tagged British PhD, Dissertation, Dissertation Topic, New Testament, PhD
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PhD Tips: Bibliographic software – A researcher’s dream
Introduction Today I’d like to talk a little about organization as it pertains to your research. One of the most critical tools at your disposal is a so-called bibliographic software (now referred to as Bib Software). I personally believe it … Continue reading
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Tagged bibliography software, Dissertation, New Testament, organizing for PhD, PhD, Zotero
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The beginning…
Introduction Welcome to this first post on PhD Tips and Dissertation Advice. I decided to start this blog as a way to share some helpful tips for those in the pre- or current stage of a doctoral dissertation. Whether you’re … Continue reading
Posted in Dissertation Topic, Organization, Preparation, Writing
Tagged books, Dissertation, New Testament, PhD, PhD Books, preparation
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