Delivering Inspiring Doctoral Assessment

This book provides academics, trainers and supervisors worldwide the tools to effectively support doctoral students in the assessment process. Its multidisciplinary approach makes it a uniquely useful manual for the examination of works from conception to completion, and dissemination - in both formative and summative assessments. It gives clear guidance on: ·How assessment is structured and conducted, ·Activities and questions for the supervision of vivas and public debates, ·How to manage assessment outcomes. This bookequips early career assessors to effectively perform their duties and supportive roles, andis avaluable resource for doctoral students seeking insight into the rationale behind the ways in which their preparation is structured and delivered.