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SUPERVISION AN OVERVIEW FOR NEW PLAYERS. John Shepherd SM&GS. Choosing A Topic. Fits into APA/University time frame? Sufficient Standard? Original Contribution? Interest to Student? Do-able by Student? Supported by School/University? Suitable Co-supervisor? Cross-disciplinary?
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SUPERVISION AN OVERVIEW FOR NEW PLAYERS John Shepherd SM&GS
Choosing A Topic • Fits into APA/University time frame? • Sufficient Standard? • Original Contribution? • Interest to Student? • Do-able by Student? • Supported by School/University? • Suitable Co-supervisor? • Cross-disciplinary? • Career Prospects? RMIT University
Organizing the Project • First, Catch Your Student • Funding; Support • Paperwork • Background Reading • Preparatory Tools • Plans ‘B’ RMIT University
Success in the Project • Plan Ahead : Set Targets • Select a Co-Supervisor Carefully • A Place to Sit • A New Experience • Meet the Student Regularly • Avoid Periods of Inactivity : Continuity • Keep the Student Informed • Listen to the Student • Outside Work : Warning Signs RMIT University
Success in the Project • Outside Study : Warning Signs • Co-publication En Route • Conference Attendance • Seminars • A Role Model • Oversee Thesis Writing • Select Examiners Carefully • Enjoy the Process RMIT University