Throughout this course, you will complete Resources for Successful Writing (RSW) modules that cover elements essential to writing a successful doctoral-level paper. Each RSW module begins with a pre-test, followed by an opportunity to practice the skill, and finally there is a post-test. The amount of time you will need to complete each module will depend on your skill level for that module.
Mastering APA style is a critical skill in your EdD program. This week, the RSW module covers APA reference entries.
To prepare:
Go to the the website https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/c.php?g=410047&p=2800022#s-lg-box-8571780 ?
?Scroll up and read the Introduction to References and Citation Modules?
????Then, complete the module “Essential Components and Purpose of APA Reference Entries.” ?just click the on I’m ready to start learning! in order to complete the module.
Assignment
To complete:
Print out or save your certificate of completion. Remember that BlackBoard accepts Word Doc submissions. You may just paste a screenshot or photo of the certificate on a Word Doc and submit.
Submit your certificate of completion for the RSW module.
Learning Resources
Required Readings
Single, P. B. (2010). Demystifying dissertation writing: A streamlined process from choice of topic to final text. Sterling, VA: Stylus Publishing.
Chapter 1, “The Single System for Academic Writing”
Figure 1.5, “The Single System for Academic Writing” (p. 16)
Chapter 2, “Choosing a Topic and an Adviser”
Section 2.4, “Entering the Conversation: Subject Matter (pp. 34–38)
Chapter 5, “Focusing on Focus Statements” (pp. 87–89)
Butin, D. W. (2010). The education dissertation: A guide for practitioner scholars. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin.
Chapter 3, “Focusing Your Research” (pp. 42–43)
Thomas, G. (2013). How to do your research project: A guide for students in education and applied social sciences (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Chapter 1, “Your Introduction: Starting Points” (pp. 2–7)
Walden University Writing Center. (2015d). Walden templates: General templates. Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general
“APA Course Paper Template With Advice (6th ed.)”
Walden University Writing Center. (2015b). Modules: Introduction to references and citations. Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/c.php?g=410047&p=2800022#s-lg-box-8571780
“Scroll up and read the Introduction to References and Citation Modules?”
“?Then, complete the Essential Components and Purpose of APA Reference Entries”
