Examining Doctoral Work

<p>Written in clear straight-forward language <i>Examining Doctoral Work </i>considers how the practice of doctoral examination can be improved to ensure that both examiners and students can make the most of the assessment process. </p><p>This book analyses both good and bad practice to promote fair thorough and productive examination. With insight into how to prepare for a viva as well as a consideration of the responsibilities afterwards the book de-mystifies this crucial part of the doctoral examination process to provide a comprehensive overview of the principles criteria and processes needed to ensure success. Key points covered include: </p><ul> <p> </p> <li>The different forms doctoral submission can take </li> <p> </p> <li>How examiners are chosen </li> <p> </p> <li>Where to begin when reading a thesis </li> <p> </p> <li>Managing your time as an examiner </li> <p> </p> <li>What makes a ‘good’ doctoral thesis?</li> <p> </p> <li>How to prepare for the viva</li> <p> </p> <li>How to develop a preliminary report</li> <p> </p> <li>The role of the supervisor before during and after the viva</li> <p> </p> <li>Examiners’ roles and responsibilities </li> <p> </p> <li>Working through agreements and disagreements</li> <p> </p> <li>Feeding back both orally and in writing.</li> </ul><p>Drawing from a mixture of personal experience existing research and anecdote this book is ideal reading for anyone new to the world of doctoral examination or equally those looking to improve their practice. </p>