Good Essay Writing: A Social Sciences Guide

by Peter Redman

Top marks can not be guaranteed - but there are proven approaches and techniques which, when applied well, can help everyone to write good essays. The Second Edition of this `must have′ guide builds on the success of the first with updated and expanded advice. Good Essay Writing provides answers to the key questions which need to be considered when preparing an essay. For What do tutors look for when marking essays? What kind of skills will be needed at different course levels? How can inadvertent plagiarism be avoided? What are the protocols for referencing?  Good Essay Writing shows you how to approach different types of essay question, provides detailed guidelines on the various ways of supporting and sustaining key arguments, addresses common worries, and provides concrete examples of good practice. Key points are encapsulated in easy to digest summaries.

Genres: Writing, Nonfiction, Academic, Psychology

Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

About the author

Peter Redman has been teaching social science at The Open University for the last 25 years. During this time he has worked closely with numerous students helping them reflect on and improve their writing skills. He is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology.

Reviews

[Ruby · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must if you are studying Social Sciences! This really helped me as I was very rusty when it came to essay-writing and I know that without this book I would not have achieved such a high grade...my partner is starting his law degree this year, so I have handed it on to him. Even though it is a book primarily aimed at Social Sciences, it has tips and advice on writing essays at university level in general too.

[Evelyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

I picked this up because I've always struggled with writing essays and it came highly recommended by OU students. Whilst this covers everything you need to know about structure, what tutors are looking for etc, I find that it seriously overcomplicates itself. If you're looking for essay tips, you'd be better off getting a copy of The Good Study Guide and reading the writing chapters in that.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brilliant little book for undergraduate students studying with the Open University. Some points throughout the book can seem to be a little jargon heavy however this will become clearer if you revisit the title throughout your degree.

[April Nicholas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm finding this book very helpful.

[Tom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read, easily digestible, essential to anyone looking to start university.

[Bliss R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful guide on essay writing.

[Barry Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book, not much tips but its good for reading anyway as I am a writer so need to develop my skills all the time. I'll be glad if somebody recommend me some teaching books which they liked the most. You can visit my website (source ) to communicate with me.