Dissertation critique exam Flashcards
Criteria to remember when critiquing the dissertation proposal.
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What is a critique?
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A series of arguments which, when combined, allow you to evaluate the theoretical and practical merits or limitations of a proposed piece of research.
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What four things must I consider when critiquing?
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- Project proposal; clear and concise?
- Engagement with literature; are there enough references?
- Methodology; is it feasible/appropriate?
- Overall, how realistic is it?
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What general elements can I evaluate?
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Core geographical concepts: SPACE, SCALE, TIME, PLACE
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How can I determine the degree of logic present?
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Consider the way in which knowledge is being gained; the reasoning employed i.e. INDUCTIVE (observation-based, general to specific) or DEDUCTIVE (sensible hypotheses)
