Our Dissertations, Ourselves [electronic resource] : Shared Stories of Women's Dissertation Journeys /
Dinkins, Christine Sorrell.author.
Sorrell, J.author.
Twenty women from nine disciplines share the common experiences, emotions, challenges, and transformations that come from writing a doctoral dissertation. Designed to invite readers into shared experiences, this book provides support and practical guidance for women writing dissertations, their advisors, and all those on the journey with them.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Machine generated contents note: -- Preface1. Writing the Unknown2. Mystery, Confusion, Isolation3. Realigning Relationships4. Transformation of the Self5. Advisor and Committee: Dancing with Strangers6. End of a Journey and a New Beginning7. Looking BackAppendix: Gathering the Stories.
Twenty women from nine disciplines share the common experiences, emotions, challenges, and transformations that come from writing a doctoral dissertation. Designed to invite readers into shared experiences, this book provides support and practical guidance for women writing dissertations, their advisors, and all those on the journey with them.
Higher education.
Education—Philosophy.
Gender identity in education.
Educational sociology.
Sociology.
School management and organization.
School administration.
Higher Education.
Educational Philosophy.
Gender and Education.
Sociology of Education.
Gender Studies.
Administration, Organization and Leadership.