Writing Guidelines for Applied Science Students

Book excerpt: How do I write a report to a grower? What does plagiarism mean? What should a research report look like? Where do I start looking for information? All these questions and more will become important to you when you are studying science and applied sciences. Whether you are at university or polytechnic, this book will guide you through the assignment writing process. This revised edition updates APA referencing (fifth edition), extends the chapters on presenting data and accessing information, and offers additional tips on how to avoid plagiarism and use secondary sources effectively. Writing Guidelines for Science and Applied Science Students is an invaluable resource for students and teachers alike. It is essential reading for all who write or design assignments in science courses as well as agriculture, horticulture and related fields of study.