Writing Recommendation Letters

Author : Karen Kelsky
Publisher : Crown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780553419429

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The Professor Is In by Karen Kelsky Pdf

The definitive career guide for grad students, adjuncts, post-docs and anyone else eager to get tenure or turn their Ph.D. into their ideal job Each year tens of thousands of students will, after years of hard work and enormous amounts of money, earn their Ph.D. And each year only a small percentage of them will land a job that justifies and rewards their investment. For every comfortably tenured professor or well-paid former academic, there are countless underpaid and overworked adjuncts, and many more who simply give up in frustration. Those who do make it share an important asset that separates them from the pack: they have a plan. They understand exactly what they need to do to set themselves up for success. They know what really moves the needle in academic job searches, how to avoid the all-too-common mistakes that sink so many of their peers, and how to decide when to point their Ph.D. toward other, non-academic options. Karen Kelsky has made it her mission to help readers join the select few who get the most out of their Ph.D. As a former tenured professor and department head who oversaw numerous academic job searches, she knows from experience exactly what gets an academic applicant a job. And as the creator of the popular and widely respected advice site The Professor is In, she has helped countless Ph.D.’s turn themselves into stronger applicants and land their dream careers. Now, for the first time ever, Karen has poured all her best advice into a single handy guide that addresses the most important issues facing any Ph.D., including: -When, where, and what to publish -Writing a foolproof grant application -Cultivating references and crafting the perfect CV -Acing the job talk and campus interview -Avoiding the adjunct trap -Making the leap to nonacademic work, when the time is right The Professor Is In addresses all of these issues, and many more.

Author : Kimberly Sarmiento
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-22
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781601386120

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How to Write Successful Letters of Recommendation by Kimberly Sarmiento Pdf

Letters of recommendation are a part of every standard school or job application. As an employer, professor, colleague, peer, or friend, chances are that at one point or another, you will be asked to put a person on paper and every word counts. How to Write Successful Letters of Recommendation is your one-stop source for painting the perfect picture in just one short letter. You will learn everything you need to know about writing the perfect letter of recommendation that will get your friend, colleague, or student accepted or hired. The most effective letters of recommendation are accurate, succinct, descriptive, and powerful, and include realistic evaluations of performance and capability. With ideas about how to start your letter and topics to include, this complete guide will teach you how to do just that, as you construct the perfect letter from start to finish. Outlined in ten easy steps, this complete guide gives you the tools you need to write reference letters that your employees, colleagues, students, and friends will appreciate. This book is filled with tips and tricks for personalizing the letter and making your friend, student, employee, or coworker shine. With a word bank of powerful phrases and descriptive words, you ll have everything you need to make your letter stand out at your fingertips. Sample letters of recommendation are also included, along with explanations of why each one is effective and tips for replicating these letters in just minutes. You will learn about the different types of recommendation letters, from employment to academic to volunteer, and how to direct your letter to the appropriate audience. You ll even learn what to do if someone you haven t worked with closely asks you to be a reference, or how to deal with being asked for hundreds of recommendations at once. This exhaustively researched book will even teach you how to politely avoid writing letters for those people you aren t quite comfortable recommending. The Companion CD-ROM is filled with templates, examples, word banks, and worksheets, so that you can easily learn to verify experience, confirm competence, build credibility, and bolster confidence with just a simple letter. A recommendation is more than just a letter; it s often make-or-break in a candidate s application for school, volunteering, or employment. With the step-by-step instructions and writing guidelines in this book, you will learn how to write introductions; opening statements; the body, including a well-written, vivid assessment of character and work ethic; and a strong conclusion. This new book will also teach you how to appropriately sign your letter, and will provide you with tips of re-reading and editing it to make sure you gave an effective recommendation. We spent hundreds of hours interviewing high school teachers, college professors, employers, and more who have nailed the art of composing effective communications. With How to Write Successful Letters of Recommendation, your employees, colleagues, students, and friends will see you as their go-to source to helping them succeed in their next big venture.

Author : Susan Whalley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Employment references
ISBN : PSU:000053912572

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How to Write Powerful Letters of Recommendation by Susan Whalley Pdf

Offers advice and suggestions to educators on how to write powerfulletters of recommendation for students with post-secondary plans, and featuresfifty-two sample letters that highlight the special skills or qualities ofdifferent types of students.

Author : Julie Schumacher
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345807335

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Dear Committee Members by Julie Schumacher Pdf

“Like Richard Russo’s Straight Man this book has a lot to say about the humanities in American colleges and universities…. Very funny and also moving.” —Tom Perrotta, New York Post A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: NPR and Boston Globe Finally a novel that puts the "pissed" back into "epistolary." Jason Fitger is a beleaguered professor of creative writing and literature at Payne University, a small and not very distinguished liberal arts college in the midwest. His department is facing draconian cuts and squalid quarters, while one floor above them the Economics Department is getting lavishly remodeled offices. His once-promising writing career is in the doldrums, as is his romantic life, in part as the result of his unwise use of his private affairs for his novels. His star (he thinks) student can't catch a break with his brilliant (he thinks) work Accountant in a Bordello, based on Melville's Bartleby. In short, his life is a tale of woe, and the vehicle this droll and inventive novel uses to tell that tale is a series of hilarious letters of recommendation that Fitger is endlessly called upon by his students and colleagues to produce, each one of which is a small masterpiece of high dudgeon, low spirits, and passive-aggressive strategies. We recommend Dear Committee Members to you in the strongest possible terms. Don’t miss Julie Schumacher's new novel, The English Experience, coming soon.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Lyle MacPherson
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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How to Write a Great Reference Letter by Anonim Pdf

Author : Joe Schall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Employment references
ISBN : PSU:000033836928

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Writing Recommendation Letters by Joe Schall Pdf

Author : MOHAMMED. ALBAKRY,Clint Bryan
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2024-01-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780472039654

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Writing Recommendation Letters by MOHAMMED. ALBAKRY,Clint Bryan Pdf

The first book-length guide to academic recommendation letters, supported by real-world examples

Author : Jo Handelsman,Sarah Miller,Christine Pfund
Publisher : Macmillan Higher Education
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2006-12-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781319373955

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Scientific Teaching by Jo Handelsman,Sarah Miller,Christine Pfund Pdf

Featuring six chapters of digestible research points and practical classroom examples, Scientific Teaching encourages educators to approach teaching in a way that captures the spirit and rigor of scientific research, helping to transform how students learn science.

Author : Shaun Fawcett
Publisher : Final Draft!
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Employment references
ISBN : 0973626534

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Instant Recommendation Letter Kit by Shaun Fawcett Pdf

Instant Recommendation Letter Kit - Revised Edition: is an update and expansion of the information and templates that were in the Original best selling version. It is THE unique information source for writing ALL types of recommendation letters: personal, business, employment, and college admission. As a style guide, the Kit contains a wealth of tips, tricks, pointers, and information about how to write EVERY kind of recommendation letter and reference letter imaginable. Most importantly, it includes 67 real-life letter templates that owners can download straight into their word processor. All owners of the Kit get a SPECIAL E-MAIL ADDRESS AT WHICH THEY CAN ORDER A FREE SET OF ALL 67 OF THE LETTER TEMPLATES from the main book, which they can then download into their word processor and work with (MS-Word). The Kit also contains a bonus chapter on how to write college admission essays and personal statements, including a number of essay samples, as well as a researched collection of links to the top sites on the Net offering writing services for recommendation letters. This Kit is a unique must-have writing resource if you need help writing ANY kind of recommendation letter.

Author : Anne Curzan,Lisa Damour
Publisher : University of Michigan Press ELT
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780472034512

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First Day to Final Grade by Anne Curzan,Lisa Damour Pdf

The third edition of First Day to Final Grade: A Graduate Student’s Guide to Teaching is designed to help new graduate student teaching assistants navigate the challenges of teaching undergraduates. Both a quick reference tool and a fluid read, the book focuses on the “how tos” of teaching, such as setting up a lesson plan, running a discussion, and grading, as well as issues specific to the teaching assistant’s unique role as both student and teacher. This new edition incorporates newer teaching and learning pedagogy. The book has been updated to reflect the role of technology both inside and outside the classroom. In addition, a new chapter has been added that discusses successfully transitioning from being a teaching assistant to being hired as a full-time instructor.

Author : Alexandra Cavoulacos,Kathryn Minshew
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780451495679

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The New Rules of Work by Alexandra Cavoulacos,Kathryn Minshew Pdf

"In this definitive guide to the ever-changing modern workplace, Kathryn Minshew and Alexandra Cavoulacos, the co-founders of popular career website TheMuse.com, show how to play the game by the New Rules. The Muse is known for sharp, relevant, and get-to-the-point advice on how to figure out exactly what your values and your skills are and how they best play out in the marketplace. Now Kathryn and Alex have gathered all of that advice and more in The New Rules of Work. Through quick exercises and structured tips, the authors will guide you as you sort through your countless options; communicate who you are and why you are valuable; and stand out from the crowd. The New Rules of Work shows how to choose a perfect career path, land the best job, and wake up feeling excited to go to work every day-- whether you are starting out in your career, looking to move ahead, navigating a mid-career shift, or anywhere in between"--

Author : Jen Jack Gieseking
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781479835737

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A Queer New York by Jen Jack Gieseking Pdf

Winner, 2021 Glenda Laws Award given by the American Association of Geographers The first lesbian and queer historical geography of New York City Over the past few decades, rapid gentrification in New York City has led to the disappearance of many lesbian and queer spaces, displacing some of the most marginalized members of the LGBTQ+ community. In A Queer New York, Jen Jack Gieseking highlights the historic significance of these spaces, mapping the political, economic, and geographic dispossession of an important, thriving community that once called certain New York neighborhoods home. Focusing on well-known neighborhoods like Greenwich Village, Park Slope, Bedford-Stuyvesant, and Crown Heights, Gieseking shows how lesbian and queer neighborhoods have folded under the capitalist influence of white, wealthy gentrifiers who have ultimately failed to make room for them. Nevertheless, they highlight the ways lesbian and queer communities have succeeded in carving out spaces—and lives—in a city that has consistently pushed its most vulnerable citizens away. Beautifully written, A Queer New York is an eye-opening account of how lesbians and queers have survived in the face of twenty-first century gentrification and urban development.

Author : Paul Bodine
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2010-01-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780071626552

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Perfect Phrases for Letters of Recommendation by Paul Bodine Pdf

Expert advice for helping an applicant’s chances of acceptance by choosing the right words and phrases As a teacher, professor, or an employer, you are often called upon for letters of recommendation--and probably as often find yourself stumped about what to say. It can be a daunting task when someone’s future is in the balance. This book, written by a writing expert, will help you find the right words--and avoid the pitfalls--of creating a letter of recommendation. Author Paul Bodine explains what makes a recommendation letter good and also what can make it ineffective. The book contains paragraph-length examples of effective recommendation letter writing for all types of situations.

Author : Gholamreza Nazari
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : College applications
ISBN : 1480241377

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100 Winner Letters of Recommendation by Gholamreza Nazari Pdf

Learn how to write a persuasive recommendation letter that makes a DIFFERENCE! At top universities and colleges, the competition among candidates is fierce. Therefore, the quality of a candidate's application plays the key role. In this regard, the letter of recommendation is one of the most essential aspects of a student's graduate school application. Powerful letters of recommendation is the crucial factor in whether a student can be admitted into a graduate program. Therefore, writing a recommendation letter is a huge responsibility and should be taken seriously. Sometimes, it is helpful to look at sample letters of recommendation to see exactly how they should look and to become more familiar with the content, tone, and style of an influential recommendation letter. This book offers 100 sample letters of recommendation for master and PhD candidates. The sample letters are provided by university and college professors for their students, with various academic backgrounds. These letters helped the candidates gain admittance into their desire programs in esteemed universities around the world. Write the right words and avoid pitfals of ceating a letter of recommendation Whether you are offering a recommendation letter or requesting it, this book can help you to be more familiar with the content, tone, and style of an influential and powerful recommendation letter. If you're a graduate candidate, examples of strong letters of recommendation can help you understand how to get the best letters yourself from your teachers. If you're a college professor, the examples in this book will inspire you to support your students strongly as they apply to graduate programs. For every graduate student and teacher's bookshelf!

Author : Nancy L. Nolan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 193381957X

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45 Medical School Recommendation Letters by Nancy L. Nolan Pdf

When they prepare for medical school, few candidates take the time to acquire the caliber of recommendation letters they will need to distinguish themselves in a highly competitive applicant pool. This book, which was written by an Ivy League admissions expert, offers detailed advice to write (and get) persuasive letters that highlight the personal, academic and professional strengths the committee expects to see. It also includes 45 successful recommendation letters, including several that "explain" extenuating circumstances in a candidate's history (such as disappointing grades, a gap in employment, and low MCAT scores). At top medical schools, where the competition is fierce, the quality and depth of a candidate's reference letters can make the difference between acceptance and rejection. Whether you are an applicant who needs a persuasive letter of recommendation, or someone who has been asked to write one, this exceptional book is mandatory reading.