Def Int Ions Of Dissertation

William Allan Kritsonis, PhD Professor PhD Program in Educational Leadership Prairie View A&M University Member of the Texas A&M University System Prairie View, Texas 77446

Dissertation – Some Definitions 1. An extended usually written treatment of a subject; specifically one submitted for a doctorate. Source: Merriam Webster Dictionary Online - 2007 2. A long essay: A lengthy formal written treatment of a subject, especially a long paper submitted as a requirement for a degree. Source: American Heritage Dictionary Online - 2007 3. A long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one that is done as a part of a course at a college or university. Source: Cambridge Dictionaries Online - 2007 4. A written essay or thesis, especially one written by a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. Source: Inforplease - Online 2007 5. A long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially, one that is done for a PhD. Source: Cambridge Dictionary of American English Online – 2007 6. A formal lecture on a particular subject. Source: Allwords.com 2007 7. A long essay, especially one written for a university degree or diploma – a continued discussion. Source: AskOxford - 2007