How to Read Journal Articles in the Social Sciences

This superb guide teaches you how to read critically. It's no-nonsense, practical approach uses a specially developed reading code to help you read articles for your research project; this simple code enables you to decipher journal articles structurally, mechanically and grammatically. Refreshingl [...]
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This superb guide teaches you how to read critically. It's no-nonsense, practical approach uses a specially developed reading code to help you read articles for your research project; this simple code enables you to decipher journal articles structurally, mechanically and grammatically. Refreshingly free of jargon and written with you in mind, it's packed full of interdisciplinary advice that helps you to decode and critique academic writing. The author's fuss free approach will improve your performance, boost your confidence and help you to: * Read and better understand content * Take relevant effective notes * Manage large amounts of information in an easily identifiable and retrievable format * Write persuasively using formal academic language and style. Clear, focused and practical this handy guide is a great resource for helping you sharpen your use of journal articles and improve your academic writing skills.