Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Finding information 3. Notetaking 4. The writing process 5. Essays 6. Literature reviews 7. Research proposals 8. Research reports 9. Laboratory report writing for psychology 10. Policy documents 11. Referencing - APA style 12. Format for References and Bibliography Appendices A. Using secondary material B. Presenting a seminar C. Paragraphing, punctuation and pretentiousness: Elements of style D. Using graphics in reports E. Exam skills Revision checklist - Essays

About the Author

Lisa Emerson is the Director of Teaching and Learning at Massey University. Lisa teaches into varied areas including science writing and science communication, academic writing, and writing centre theory and practice. She has taught academic writing in all disciplines (business, education, social sciences, science and technology) as well as creative writing and life writing. As well as this, Lisa has interests in New Zealand writing programs, and learning advising in New Zealand.