1. Presented by Dr. T.Mekala, Assistant Professor, Dept. of English, snsce. 1

2.  Completing a dissertation is a matter of perseverance.  choose a do-able topic  Organize your dissertation, its chapters, around questions: substantive, conceptual, and methodological  Get your work on paper 2

3.  The task seems overwhelming. -break the project into small, manageable units  There are no clear deadlines. -Work on sub-sections, finish in a Predictable amount of time, preferably today. 3

4. 4 Being overpowered by negative thoughts -Ignore or repress self- defeating thoughts Becoming isolated. -Find sounding boards. Becoming overly anxious about your mentors’ reactions -Be a pro. Give each chapter to a mentor for comments.

5.  Distill the arguments into a single sentence  Set small goals  Remember the cliché: “You’re not writing a book. You’re writing five research papers.”  Brainstorm, then organize your ideas  Be selfish  Find a sounding board 5

6.  Myth 1: Skilled writers write effortlessly.  Myth 2: Skilled writers write from carefully plotted outlines.  Myth 3: Two stages in the writing process: - writing a draft -editing it to correct grammar and delete typos & extraneous words. 6

7.  Language and Spelling  Avoid use of jargon  Sentences - Keep the sentences simple & short - Use adverbs to link sentences - Proofread the work  Tenses - Be very careful when using tenses & be consistent 7

8.  Reports of work done are usually in the past tense  Discussion and Conclusion, usually in the present tense.  Where universal truths such as natural laws are stated, present tense is generally used. 8

9.  Capitalise -Proper nouns & common nouns (when they form part of a name).  Use acronyms sparingly, - If first time, spell them out, with the acronym following in parentheses after the full form. 9

10.  Pagination - run consecutively through the dissertation including figures, tables, etc  Headings -should be short & to the point -always use simple language 10

11.  Learn the “tricks of the trade” -explain the significance of the topic -engage others who have studied the topic -effectively integrate quotations into argument 11

12. - powerful introduction functions just like a lead -to sum up with panache ; close the circle -connecting to the paper’s introduction. - also provides an opportunity to remind, to reflect, to inspire, to leave the listener with a bit of wisdom 12

13. Sustainable Success Starts with an Endurance Habit Unleash Your Hidden Potential to Start Strong, Focus Fast & Be Consistent to Achieve More! 13

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