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></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><P></P><UL><P><LI>The different forms doctoral submission can take </LI><P></P><P><LI>How examiners are chosen </LI><P></P><P><LI>Where to begin when reading a thesis </LI><P></P><P><LI>Managing your time as an examiner </LI><P></P><P><LI>What makes a ‘good’ doctoral thesis?</LI><P></P><P><LI>How to prepare for the viva</LI><P></P><P><LI>How to develop a preliminary report</LI><P></P><P><LI>The role of the supervisor before, during and after the viva</LI><P></P><P><LI>Examiners’ roles and responsibilities </LI><P></P><P><LI>Working through agreements and disagreements</LI><P></P><P><LI>Feeding back both orally and in writing.</LI><P></P></UL><P></P><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>