The Portable Dissertation Advisor

For many years, Miles T. Bryant has taught a course in the construction of the doctoral dissertation, working with hundreds of doctoral students in education and social sciences. Dr. Bryant earned his degree at Stanford University before joining the graduate faculty at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He is active in the American Educational Research Association, and is a widely published scholar.

Preface About the Author 1. First Steps Towards Your Dissertation 2. The Introductory Sections 3. The Literature Review 4. The Research Design 5. The Report of Your Findings 6. The Concluding Section 7. Sage Advice on Navigating the Dissertation Process Appendix A: Annotated Bibliography of Useful Books Appendix B: Bibliography of Helpful Dissertations Appendix C: Assessment Instrument for Evaluating Your Study Appendix D: Activities for Dissertation Support Groups References Index

"I do not believe I have ever seen a work of this kind that so thoroughly and so carefully examines the important consideration of working with the student's advisor, relationships with the student's supervisory committee, and the oral defense. Students using this text will certainly applaud this work." -- M. Scott Norton, Professor "I have read many books that are of a 'how to nature' for your doctorate. What Dr. Bryant has done is produce a definitive book that will be valuable to students working on their dissertation. He really understands what a student needs to do and clearly outlines how to start and finish and what needs to be done in between." -- Cal Hauserman, Principal "The Portable Dissertation Advisor is an excellent source for educators writing their dissertation. It is clear and precise." -- Joan Bowman, Principal