Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/10207
Title: Post graduate research supervision: an 'agreed' conceptual view of good practice through derived metaphors
Authors: Grant, K
Hackney, RA
Edgar, D
Keywords: Research supervision;Postgraduate research;Metaphor;Conceptual model;Academic practice
Issue Date: 2014
Publisher: Informing Science Institute
Citation: International Journal of Doctoral Studies, 2014, 9 pp. 43 - 60
Abstract: The paper explores the role of the postgraduate supervisor through advising, mentoring, and monitoring for the varied and complex process towards successful doctoral thesis completion. There is a scarcity of research into this important area, and we therefore undertake a comprehen-sive literature review to determine the current state of knowledge and international approaches. This involved an initial analysis of policy documents from European and Australian universities to provide insights into institutional norms. Primary data collection was then collected through surveys and personal interviews with a range of experienced academics involved in postgraduate supervision. We identify three metaphors related to a ‘machine’, ‘coach’ and ‘journey’ as critical perspectives towards professional student engagement. Our findings are believed to be of benefit to academics and doctoral candidates involved in challenging and original research.
URI: http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/10207
ISSN: 1556-8881
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