A Dissertation Literature Review: Rules to Follow    

| Posted on January 21st, 2010

Many dissertation writers agree that a dissertation literature review is one of the most complicated, time and efforts consuming dissertation chapters. You will be able to check whether it is really so after you start working on this section of your project.
 
Since you are just about to start writing the dissertation literature review, we suppose you need to know some essential rules that will help you cope with this task. Before we present them, let us briefly define what a dissertation literature review is and talk about the main purpose of making it.
 
What is a dissertation literature review?
 
In a few words, it is a survey of various scholarly sources (articles, books, other dissertation projects, etc) related to a certain research area and the topic of a dissertation.
 
What are the main reasons for making a dissertation literature review?
 
The main reasons for writing this dissertation chapter are as follows:

  • To make a critical evaluation of scholarly sources;
  • To sort out what has already been studied on your topic;
  • To avoid issues that are already well-studied;
  • To define problems and some questions that are left within your area of research and that require further investigation.

Rules you need to follow to make an effective dissertation literature review

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The Best Dissertation Award: Any Student Can Win It    

| Posted on January 18th, 2010

The Best Dissertation Award is an award that any student, at any program and department can win. Do not believe it? Then read this article till the end and get all necessary details about the Best Dissertation Award.
 
So, the Best Dissertation Award is given every year to graduate students working on dissertation projects. Particularly, those students who demonstrate excellence in their research and make significant contributions to a specific research area are nominated as the Best Dissertation Award winners.
 
Usually, the winner of the Best Dissertation Award gets a prize - $1000 and a certificate. Probably, someone will say that this reward for time and efforts invested into a dissertation project is insignificant. Yet, we are sure that a real dissertation writer will appreciate it, because the recognition of his/her work is more important.
 
So, you have completed a dissertation, think that it is outstanding, and you are ready to apply for the Best Dissertation Award. Below, we have listed several main steps one should take when applying for the Best Dissertation Award.
 
Step 1
Make a dissertation abstract, which should not be longer than 7 pages. As a rule, abstracts should be submitted in Word format.
 
Step 2
Ask your dissertation committee’s chair to write a letter, which confirms that your project was completed during the current academic year. The letter should be maximum 2 pages.
 
Step 3
Finally, to get the Best Dissertation Award, you need to submit the complete project in PDF format.
 
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Dissertation and Thesis – What Are They?    

| Posted on December 28th, 2009

What do you know about dissertation and thesis writing? Very often students cannot differentiate dissertation and thesis, and that is why there are often many mistakes may be done. In this article we will discuss the dissertation and thesis’ essence and their differences, which you should take into consideration.
 
First of all, let us point out the main requirement for dissertation and thesis writing. When you are dealing with dissertation, your main purpose is to get a Doctoral degree – this is your dissertation! And thesis writing is necessary, when you want to get your Master’s degree. So, the main difference between dissertation and thesis is the degree, which you may get after its finishing.
 
As for the main rules for writing dissertation and thesis, they are similar, in fact. Either dissertation or thesis should have a title. It is the main point. The title of your dissertation and thesis should be clear and informative. It is your first step.
 
Then, you should think about the structure of your dissertation and thesis. Both dissertation and thesis have several main chapters, which are sure to be added. Here they are:

  • Title page;
  • Introductory part;
  • Literature review;
  • Acknowledgements;
  • Methodology;
  • Discussion;
  • Conclusion;
  • Appendix.

It is not too much. All these chapters are very important for dissertations and theses. When you try to omit some of them, you make a terrible mistake, as each of them has its function and their absence may influence your results negatively. So, be attentive with your dissertation or thesis writing.
 
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A Dissertation Title: The Name of Your Project    

| Posted on October 30th, 2009

We are sure there is no need to explain the role of a dissertation title for your project. Basically, it is a dissertation title that affects the reader’s decision whether to read or not to read your project.
 
Sure, creating a good dissertation title is not easy. Yet, some explanations and recommendations from our writers will help you succeed at this stage of the dissertation writing process.
 
What does a dissertation title do?
 
There are two major functions of dissertation titles:

  1. They grab the reader’s attention;
  2. They explain what your project is all about.

The main rule to keep in mind when creating a dissertation title
 
Your project can be devoted to very serious and complicated issues. However, what you should remember about your dissertation title is that it should be fairly easy.
 
Do not include some complicated terms in your title. Readers do not like to be confused and puzzled from the very first minutes. Very often, projects with dissertation titles that are hard to understand are not read.
 
A dissertation title should reflect the work done
 
Ideally, it should be clear from your title what exactly you studied and how you did it. Thus, you may include such words as “methods”, “procedures”, “approaches” into your dissertation title.
 
How to create a strong dissertation title
 
As a rule, there are at least two dissertation titles that the writer creates.
 
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What Should You Know about Dissertation Chapters?    

| Posted on September 21st, 2009

When you start writing your dissertation, you should think, first of all, about the dissertation chapters, the integral components of any dissertation.
 
The grade of your work mostly depends on the way you prepare the structure of your dissertation, in other words, you should be very attentive, when you are dealing with dissertation chapters writing.
 
In your dissertation there should be at least seven dissertation chapters. If you omit any of these dissertation chapters, your work may be even nullified. So, pay special attention to the dissertation chapters in order not to be upset with your results.
 
Your main dissertation chapters are:

  • Introductory part;
  • Literature review;
  • Methodology;
  • Discussion;
  • Concluding part;
  • Reference list.

You know that any of these dissertation chapters have their own functions. Your assignment is to disclose their essence during your writing process.
 
You should comprehend the importance of the dissertation writing. It may be explained with the help of a good example. Imagine a building, which is constructed of many different bricks. Each brick is responsible for completing a solid building.
 
If one of such bricks does not complete its function, the building may fall apart. Your dissertation has the same construction. If one of dissertation chapters is omitted or does not complete its function, the results may be terrible.
 
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Cheap Dissertations: Pay Less, Get More Troubles!    

| Posted on September 17th, 2009

How much do you think a dissertation costs? How much will you have to pay for one page or one chapter?
 
Well, actually prices vary from company to company. But, as far as we can see, you are looking for cheap dissertations. Then, you should be looking for dissertation services that ask about 10$ per page. Now, you can easily count how much your cheap dissertation will cost.
 
So, you expect to get a double benefit – to buy a dissertation to get your degree and spend the minimal sum of money on the whole undertaking. Not a bad idea! Yet, will you really win if you buy a cheap dissertation?
 
Unfortunately, no! The thing is that cheap dissertations almost never meet those high standards established for such serious academic projects. A cheap dissertation means:

  • a low quality work;
  • a plagiarized paper;
  • a project done by an inexperienced writer whose native language is not English;
  • a paper that fails to meet formal requirements.

Do you still think that cheap dissertations are for you? Then what about the deadliest academic sin – plagiarizing? Hardly will you escape accusations of plagiarism if you buy a cheap dissertation. In this case, you may forget about:

  • your degree;
  • further studies in any reputable institution;
  • your reputation of an honest person and a good young scholar.

So, it seems like all those benefits that you expect to get from using a cheap dissertation are only your illusion. We strongly recommend you forget about cheap dissertations, saving money, and ask a reputable writing company to prepare a project for you. Sure, it will cost you more, but you pay for:

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Are You Ready for Your Dissertation Defense?    

| Posted on August 31st, 2009

Your hands are shaking, you cannot sleep, and any tea does not help to calm down – is it you last night before a dissertation defense? Okay, I am right. So, you are looking for some relevant information in the Internet and your eyes catch our article. It is good. A portion of cheerful words is waiting for you here.
 
So, your dissertation defense is coming up. In several hours you will be sitting before the committee in order to defend your dissertation. In fact, any dissertation defense is one more chance, which is given to you in order to prove that you are worth something great.
 
Your dissertation defense is not the end of the world. It is time for your triumph! You have made a significant part of work, you have spent a lot of time writing your dissertation and now it is time! Do not worry before your dissertation defense.
 
One thing you can do right now, is call your friend and ask him\her to listen to your test dissertation defense. Oh…It is 2 a.m. and all your friends are sleeping. Well, it is not a problem! You have a mirror and a tape recorder! Stand before your mirror and push the “RECORD” button.
 
Start your dissertation defense. With the help of the mirror you can try to control your emotions and gestures. When you listen to your speech, you may correct your pronunciation. What do you think about such dissertation defense? I think it can help!
 
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Dissertation Services: If You Cannot Keep on Working    

| Posted on August 25th, 2009

Well, maybe not very often but this happens. At some point, dissertation writers start feeling so exhausted and working further seems to be impossible. Some students manage to overcome their stress and depression and keep on writing and researching after a while. Others cannot do it, but still want to have a degree.
 
If you are an optimist, you know that any tough situation has a way out. The problem described above can be managed with the help of dissertation services. Depending on how much exhausted you are, dissertation services can provide the following assistance.
 
If you have just started your project
 
After two months of work on your project, you realized that it was a mistake and you should not have signed up for making a dissertation. Giving up is not something you are used to. Besides, you need a degree.
 
Well, dissertation services can do the whole work for you. Just find a reliable custom writing company. If you are lucky, some of them will propose a discount, and your dissertation will not cost too much.
 
If you are somewhere in the middle of your project
 
This is when the great majority of dissertation writers feels too tired and thinks they cannot go on. You simply need to rest for a week, talk to your friends you have not seen for ages.
In this case, dissertation services can do a chapter or two for you. Give all necessary details about your project, and professional writers from the chosen dissertation service will do the work.
 
If you are almost done with your project
 
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Your Dissertation Coach vs. Your Dissertation Advisor    

| Posted on August 6th, 2009

Dissertation writing is not an easy thing. You should take so many steps, do so much work, and meet all the deadlines.
 
Usually, students try to find support in order to cope with this challenging assignment: graduate students, fellows, parents, psychologists, spiritual gurus, or dissertation coaches.
 
Many students still think that a dissertation coach and dissertation advisor is the same person. WRONG! This is why let us explain the differences between a dissertation coach and a dissertation advisor:
 
REMEMBER:
 
You HAVE TO choose a dissertation advisor. You cannot start writing your dissertation until you find an advisor. This person will inform you on all necessary requirements you have to meet, approve/disprove the chosen topic, methods, your proposal, etc.
 
It is NOT OBLIGATORY to choose a dissertation coach. However, it is preferable. Even more, you can hire a dissertation coach. This person will help you stay on track, manage your time, find needed sources, etc.
 
CONSIDER:
 
Your advisor can only specify necessary requirements and format. Unfortunately, he/she will not explain you every detail.
 
Your dissertation coach will provide you with good examples and explain what is actually expected from you. He/she will show you how to create a good outline for your project. Even more, you can do it together. So, do not be afraid to ask your dissertation coach for such help.
 
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Defending a Dissertation: How to Get Ready    

| Posted on July 13th, 2009

“To be prepared is half the victory”
Miguel De Cervantes

You had a lot of questions when you were working on your dissertation project. Finally, everything is over and there is one more question left – how to defend a dissertation.
 
Perhaps, you will not believe it right now, but defending your dissertation will not be that difficult. The thing is that a lot of students draw pictures of “attack” when they think about their dissertation defense. They have to protect themselves and their projects against this “attack”.
 
If you have the same approach, defending your dissertation will turn into a kind of struggle that you might either fail or come out with a victory but absolutely exhausted.
 
This is why getting ready for defending your dissertation, first of all, means getting ready psychologically. Let us share several secrets with you on how to get ready for defending your dissertation.
 
Defending your dissertation: create an image of a professional
 
Only professionals and real experts in some fields can cope with such project as a dissertation. Do you think you will have a positive and professional image if you feel nervous like a teenager at the blackboard?
 
Defending your dissertation: this is a good sign
 
You are defending your dissertation, which means you have done a good job, and your project is just perfect. You simply would not be standing in front of the committee if they did not like your topic or anything else about your project.
 
Defending your dissertation: you know all the answers
 
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