Writing a Successful Thesis or Dissertation

Written for both faculty and students, this user-friendly book provides a comprehensive 'how-to' compendium for completing a master's thesis or doctoral dissertation.
The authors discuss sources and criteria for selecting a suitable topic and cover:
- Both quantitative and qualitative research methods
-Using technology effectively
-An overview and tips on the oral defense and presentation
-Tips on adapting the thesis or dissertation for publication
-Suggestions for publishing the research

Fred C. Lunenburg is Jimmy N. Merchant Professor of Education at Sam Houston State University. Previously, he was on the faculty of educational administration at the University of Louisville, Loyola University Chicago, and Southern Utah University, where he also served as Dean of the College of Education. In addition, he has held public school positions as a high school English teacher and reading specialist, high school assistant principal, high school principal, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Lunenburg's scholarship includes 45 books, 15 book chapters, and over 200 articles published in both practitioner and academic/research journals.

"This book may soon become as dog-eared in my reference library as my APA manual. Some may see a dissertation journey as a thousand miles, but these authors help the writer see the process one step at a time."