Dr Jeanne Godfrey

University students are typically exposed to a much wider variety of academic sources at university – including monographs, textbooks, journals, and reports – and, crucially, a much larger proportion of their time is spent on independent academic reading, relative to their time in school. There are lots of study skills texts which deal with academic writing in some form or...

Reading is part and parcel of academic writing, and knowing which sources to include in assignments and how to go about this process can be challenging. That's where this handy guide comes in. With over 20 years' experience in the field, Jeanne Godfrey is no stranger to essay writing. Taking students step-by-step through the process, from choosing their sources to...

The second edition of this concise phrase book is an essential tool for all students who want to communicate their ideas, arguments and evaluations clearly and precisely. Featuring over 2,000 words common to most academic disciplines, The Student Phrase Book will help students to expand their vocabulary, understand how these words are used and spot mistakes in their own academic...

This indispensable guide shows students what successful academic writing involves and gives them the tools they will need to write successfully themselves. It separates fact from fiction and takes students through the five essential elements of academic writing: writing critically; using sources; developing your own voice; having a clear structure and style; and editing and polishing drafts. Chapters include annotated...

This short and pithy guide helps readers to understand the differences between English language tests and university-level work. It covers the study and language skills directly connected to using English successfully in an academic context. It also covers critical thinking, disciplinary knowledge, styles and genres. Useful skills for reading, making notes, writing assessments—particularly the use of language—understanding lectures and seminars,...