A Student Handbook for Writing in Biology (Paperback)

~ Karin Knisely (Author)

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Product Description

This book provides practical advice to students who are learning to write according to the conventions in biology. Using the standards of journal publication as a model, the author provides, in a user-friendly format, specific instructions on: using biology databases to locate references; developing sound reading strategies; paraphrasing for improved comprehension; writing for a particular audience with the appropriate tone; preparing lab reports or scientific papers, posters, and oral presentations with accepted format and content; self-evaluating drafts; and using peer and instructor feedback for professional development.

About the Author

KARIN KNISELY, Bucknell University, USA. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: W. H. Freeman; Second Edition edition (November 29, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0716767090
• ISBN-13: 978-0716767091
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #575,065 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not great, but some use, March 21, 2009

By	Debby Lewis "BioWolf" (Ann Arbor, MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Student Handbook for Writing in Biology: Copublished by Sinauer Associates, Inc. and W. H. Freeman (Paperback)

Not a great helping book for writing biology research papers. I prefer "A short guide to writing about biology," by Jan A. Pachnik. Much better examples and tips for ideal writing methods. This book by Knisely recommends writing structure with poor usage and voice. Doesn't promote ease of reading or how to organize your paper initially. Go with the Pachnik book and you'll write better papers. I also recommend visiting your writing center if your school has one. They can help.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tool, December 31, 2009

By	HappyGamer (NY. USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: A Student Handbook for Writing in Biology: Copublished by Sinauer Associates, Inc. and W. H. Freeman (Paperback)

Bought this for my bio lab class to help with lab-report write-ups. A great book, really gives you a great insight into writing papers, from lab-reports, to official research publications. Strongly Recommend!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful Resource, September 29, 2008

By	Tiffany "Tiffany" (NH, USA) - See all my reviews

This book is an awesome resource. Whether you are in highschool or college it is simply enough to understand yet complex enough to help you write a college research paper.