Faculty Realizations

Last time we looked at student realizations of the dissertation process. Today we will look at realizations of the process from the faculty point of view. 

"I am surprised at how easy it is to get a journal article out of the dissertation, and how few do it." Very few students take the extra time and effort to publish the data from their dissertation. Yes, it will take some time to put it together, but you have already done all of the hard work!

 

"Students do not understand what a chair is supposed to do." Students are often confused about the role of a chair. He or she is not an editor and is not a co-author. They are more of a mentor, guiding you in the direction that you need to go to get done. Many faculty will offer editorial and writing advice, but it is not required. 

"I am shocked at how much time students waste." Students often procrastinate with the dissertation, it feels overwhelming and they are not sure how to get it going. You probably had specific times aside when you worked on coursework; it helps do so when writing too. If you feel stuck, get help!  

"Students ignore feedback from faculty." Many times students resent advice from faculty, and choose to ignore it. This leads to more delays in getting done. Typically, faculty have been through the process before and know what is required. If you ignore their advice, you are wasting their time and yours.  

"Many students do not read all of the documents provided in the classroom, research center, and other Walden dissertations." Other people have solved the problems you are having right now in your writing and in the dissertation process. Take the time to read all of the documents available, and save yourself time and money! 

Next time, we will take a look at how to make things easier for your committee. Do you have an issue or a question that you would like me to discuss in a future post? Send me an email with your ideas. leann.stadtlander@waldenu.edu