Book Review: Knowing and Exploring the Correct Final Project Writing Procedures in Buku Pedoman Penulisan Skripsi, Tesis dan Disertasi

BOOK DETAILS

Publisher: Yrama Widya 

Author: Otong Setiawan Dj. 

ISBN: 978-602-374-842-6 

Thickness: 176 Pages 

Year of Publication: 2021 

Publication Location: Bandung

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Buku Pedoman Penulisan Skripsi Tesis Disertasi ini dirancang sebagai panduan untuk memudahkan mahasiswa dalam menyelesaikan tugas penulisan karya ilmiahnya.

Dalam menulis skripsi/tesis/disertasi, tidak sedikit mahasiswa tersandung oleh hambatan-hambatan pengetahuan teknis mekanikal, pembahasaan, pengorganisasian, pengomunikasian ide, pengkronologisan penyampaian, lay-out, dan penggunaan repertoar lainnya; tidak sedikit mahasiswa bingung dengan format skripsi/tesis/disertasi; sejumlah mahasiswa tidak tahu apa yang harus disampaikan dalam komponen tertentu pada tugas akhir perkuliahan; banyak mahasiswa tidak tahu bagaimana menyampaikan gagasan dalam tatanan dan titian penyajian bahasa tulis ilmiah; dan hampir semua mahasiswa tidak akrab dengan cara dan teknik untuk membuat skripsi/tesis/disertasinya meyakinkan.

Buku ini dirancang untuk memudahkan mahasiswa dalam menulis skripsi/tesis/disertasi. Buku ini menyajikan sistematika penulisan skripsi/tesis/disertasi, teknik penulisan ilmiah, format-format penulisan, serta konten setiap unsur dalam tulisan ilmiah. Hal menarik lainnya adalah deskripsi detail tentang hal yang harus diketahui dan harus ditulis dalam sebuah skripsi/tesis/disertasi, disertai contoh-contoh untuk memudahkan pemahaman sebagai model. Buku ini akan memandu Anda menyusun skripsi/tesis/disertasi secara sistematis, komprehensif, kohesif, koheren, logis, dan layak baca. Buku ini akan membuat Anda bangga dengan skripsi, tesis, atau disertasi Anda.

Buku ini merupakan perpaduan model-model skripsi/tesis/disertasi yang dipakai di lingkungan perguruan tinggi terkemuka di Indonesia dan universitas dunia ternama. Buku ini dirancang untuk memberikan kemampuan praktis sekaligus sebagai panduan dan pedoman mahasiswa untuk menyelesaikan tugas penulisan karya ilmiahnya. Buku ini tidak hanya dapat dijadikan acuan bagi mahasiswa untuk melaksanakan penelitian/penulisan tetapi dapat dijadikan acuan bagi pembimbing/promotor dalam mendampingi mahasiswa menyusun skripsi/tesis/disertasi.

BOOK REVIEW - ADVANTAGES

1. Clarity of Material

This book presents well-structured thesis, thesis and dissertation preparation materials. Starting from pre-research, writing approaches, formats and components to curriculum vitae are thoroughly discussed to introduce the material in this book to readers without rushing, the impression is straightforward and easy to understand. A special chapter on writing techniques is included, adding practicality and utility to writing standardized texts. 

2. Relevance 

Another advantage of this book is that it is universal for undergraduate to doctoral students. The author includes the correct procedures regarding the entire process of preparing this academic writing comprehensively. Starting from topic selection, methodology, everything related to research both in qualitative and quantitative, and equipped with specific tips for each level, making this book a useful guide. 

3. Useful Examples

One of the strengths of this book is the use of illustrations and examples that not only inspire readers but also provide practical illustrations of how to apply the theories discussed in the book as a complement. Making the understanding of the material presented more fluid and clearly illustrated, so that the reader has a kind of sketch or framework to write according to the procedures provided and can immediately practice it.

4. Equipped with Writing Procedures

In addition to describing the correct procedures for writing theses and dissertations, this book has supporting material, namely the correct writing guidelines in accordance with EYD and KBBI, accompanied by many examples that support the theory. In addition, there are other writing techniques such as citation techniques, bibliography, footnotes to typing illustrations and attachments that make it easier for readers to apply them.

5. Language Style

The language style of the book tends to be formal and academic, so it is appropriate in the context as a guideline for preparing academic papers. The author uses clear and straightforward writing with an organized structure to help readers understand the content presented. Each chapter is written systematically, with sub-chapters and key points arranged logically. This helps the reader understand the flow of the material without being confusing.

BOOK REVIEW - WEAKNESS

1. There is Limited Discussion on Certain Materials

The language style of the book tends to be formal and academic, making it suitable for context as a guide for preparing academic papers. The author uses clear and straightforward writing with an organized structure to help readers understand the content presented. Each chapter is written systematically, with sub-chapters and key points arranged logically. This helps the reader understand the flow of the material without being confusing.

CONCLUSION 

This book is a comprehensive guide for students who are preparing a thesis, thesis, or dissertation, covering every stage of research from pre-research, research implementation, to writing the final report. The book is designed to provide a systematic and structured understanding of the scientific research process, and is equipped with concrete examples that help readers understand each concept presented. 

The author outlines the advantages and disadvantages of each method, and provides practical tips to avoid common mistakes that often occur during preparation. At the end, the book offers structured writing guidelines and correct referencing techniques in accordance with academic citation styles. Overall, this book can be a useful resource as a basic guide in the preparation of scientific papers, although there is less in-depth material at the beginning.