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New professors' reflections on the dissertation process.

Academic Exchange Quarterly

| March 22, 2004 | Onofrey, Karen A.; Day, Deanna | COPYRIGHT 2004 Rapid Intellect Group, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Abstract

In this article, we reflect on the process and procedures that we embraced when completing our doctorates. In the quest for academic excellence, we examine the role of organization, current technology, collaboration among graduate students, and options in traveling and scheduling. With the intention of providing pragmatic information for those still in the midst of their research and writing, we also share what we wished we had known prior to the experience.

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Do you recall the excitement you experienced when you opened your acceptance letter into your chosen doctoral program? And equally important, do you recall a few years ...

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