This book gives an overview of how to develop an effective research practice supported by the academic literature. Particularly suitable for those pursuing professional doctorates in subjects such as education and psychology.

Dave Harris is a writing coach who helps authors develop productive writing practices, using principles from design methods, philosophy of science, and cognitive science. With Jean-Pierre Protzen, he is author of The Universe of Design (2010, Routledge), and, alone, author of Getting the Best of Your Dissertation (2015, Thought Clearing). Find him on the web at www.thoughtclearing.com.

Introduction

Acknowledgements

Part One: On Research

Chapter 1. Research Philosophy

Chapter 2. Research Practice

Part Two: Reading Literature

Chapter 3. Attitude

Chapter 4. Managing the Literature

Chapter 5. Deep Reading

Part Three: Writing About Literature

Chapter 6. Writing with Literature

Chapter 7. Writing a Literature Review

Conclusion

Select References, Annotated