The new edition of this popular book combines the theory and practice of academic writing for nursing and midwifery students. Developing understanding of the basics of academic writing and cognitive processes such as reflection and critical thinking, this text is an invaluable resource for learners at all levels.

Table of Contents

PART 1: THE ESSENTIALS OF ACADEMIC WRITING An Introduction to Academic Writing Exploring Academic Genres Processes in Academic Writing PART 2: WRITING GENRES IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY How to Write a Reflective Essay How to Write a Care Critique How to Write an Argument How to Write Other Genres PART 3: WORKING WITH TEXTS Variety in Writing Avoiding Plagiarism Referencing Systems Conclusion: Putting it all Together Achievements Chart Glossary of Key Terms Further Readings and Resources Suggested Answers to Activities References Index

About the Author

JULIO GIMENEZ is a Lecturer in English Language and Academic Writing at the Centre for English Language Education, University of Nottingham, UK. His research interests are in the areas of academic literacies, workplace communication, and discourse analysis. His publications have appeared in international journals and edited collections in his areas of interest.

Reviews

'I know of no other book which incorporates all the sections that this one does.' - Karen Holland, School of Nursing, University of Salford, UK 'I don't think that I have come across a book before which provides so much detail and so many examples.' - Claire Hale, Dame Kathleen Raven Professor of Clinical Nursing, University of Leeds, UK Quotes from adopters of the first edition: 'This is a very useful text for students commencing our year one BA Midwifery (Hons) course. It would be useful for some of the 18 month students who have difficulty with academic writing.' - School of Care Services, University of Glamorgan, UK 'Why did such a book not exist when I was in my early study years? The content is compact, interesting and easy to read. Very informative.' - Institute of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Brighton, UK 'A good supportive text for students new to this level of study. I particularly like examples and the clearly identified steps. This guides the student enabling them to see how to proceed and giving them confidence to develop.' - School of Health and Social Care, Staffordshire University, UK 'I would strongly recommend this text to support new students who are required to write reflective writing on clinical practice and who are new to the concepts/format of academic writing. Excellent resource and very affordable.' - Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and Midwifery, King's College London, UK