Academic Literacy in the Social Sciences is an indispensable resource designed to help students succeed in academic contexts. Highly engaging and brimming with practical tools, this comprehensive how-to guide uses evidence-based studying and research strategies to help students better understand and critically evaluate social science research in a world of mass media and misinformation. Vital discussions on issues such as evaluating junk science and fake news help students further navigate the contemporary academic classroom. Taking a multi-disciplinary approach to the social sciences, the complete introduction to academic literacy includes the following features:

APA Guide and Examples – how to cite research and understand (and avoid) plagiarism

Study Tips – how to save time and develop more effective studying strategies based on the latest research

Practical Advice – how to develop a topic for a research paper, conduct a thorough literature search, effectively summarize information, and successfully present findings