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Presented by Susan Gasson, With thanks to Prof Lidia MorawskaQueensland University of TechnologyCricos Code:00213J
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Expectations Exercise (1) Topic and Content
Tracking Postgraduate Supervision, QUT, 1995Role Perception rating Scale (Ryan & Whittle, 1995, adapted from Moses, 1985) Moses, I. (1985). Supervising postgraduates, HERDSA Green Guide No. 3. Sydney: HERDSA.
1 It is a supervisor’s responsibility to select a promising topic
1 2 3 4 5 It is a student’s responsibility to select a promising topic
2 In the end, it is up to the supervisor to decide which theoretical frame of reference is most appropriate
1 2 3 4 5 A student has a right to choose a theoretical standpoint even if it conflicts with that of the supervisor
3 A supervisor should direct a student in the development of an appropriate program of research and study
1 2 3 4 5 A student should be able to work out a schedule and research program appropriate to his/her needs
4 A supervisor should ensure that a student has access to all necessary facilities
1 2 3 4 5 Ultimately, the student must find the necessary facilities to complete his/her research
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Expectation ExerciseThe Thesis1 A supervisor should ensure that
the thesis is finished not much later than the minimum period
1 2 3 4 5 As long as a student works steadily she/he can take as long as she/he needs to finish the work
2 A supervisor has direct responsibility for the methodology and content of the thesis
1 2 3 4 5 A student has total responsibility for ensuring that the methodology and content are appropriate to the discipline
3 A supervisor should assist in the actual writing of the thesis if the student has difficulties, and should ensure that the presentation is flawless
1 2 3 4 5 A student must take full responsibility for presentation of the thesis, including grammar and spelling
4 A supervisor should insist on seeing drafts of every section of the thesis in order to review them in a timely fashion
1 2 3 4 5 It is up to a student to ask for constructive criticism from a supervisor
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Traditional monograph
By published papers
By creative works
Different types of thesis
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Rule 1
You need to have a good project
• Well-defined aim• So what factor
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Rule 2
Start today
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Rule 3
Be systematic
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Rule 4
Have a structure
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Rule 5
Be logical
If A then B
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Rule 6
Write in good English
(but when you start writing, focus on the concepts and ideas, and not language)
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Rule 7
Be honest
“Honesty is the first chapter of the book of
wisdom”.Thomas Jefferson. US
President
• In presenting/interpreting your results
• No plagiarism
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Rule 8
Be your own examiner
(…in other words: be critical)
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Rule 9
Be a finisher
(it is easier to start than to finish)
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Enjoy the journey