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How to complete a successful research project / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers
| How to complete a successful research project / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , [2014] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (308 pages) : illustrations |
| Disciplina | 371.30281 |
| Soggetto topico |
Report writing
Research - Methodology Academic writing Dissertations, Academic |
| ISBN |
1-292-07348-9
0-273-77409-3 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa  |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Cover -- Contents -- About the authors -- Acknowledgements -- Preface -- How to use this book -- Part 1: Introduction -- Chapter 1: Taking on a reasearch investigation -- Part 2: Planning your research project -- Chapter 2: Choosing a research topic -- Chapter 3: Framing a research question -- Chapter 4: Writing a project proposal -- Chapter 5: Planning and managing time -- Chapter 6: Working successfully with a supervisor -- Part 3: Researching the literature -- Chapter 7: Finding relevant source material -- Chapter 8: Assessing content in the literature -- Chapter 9: Interpreting published data -- Chapter 10: Note-making from research sources -- Chapter 11: Organising your research materials -- Part 4: Research approaches -- Chapter 12: Using quantitative research methods -- Chapter 13: Using qualitative research methods -- Chapter 14: Conducting experiments and field studies -- Chapter 15: Designing and carrying out surveys and interviews -- Chapter 16: Thinking in research contexts -- Chapter 17: Arriving at a position and supporting it -- Chapter 18: Following guidelines on ethics and safety -- Part 5: Data analysis and presentation -- Chapter 19: Analysing data -- Chapter 20: Presenting data -- Part 6: The writing process -- Chapter 21: Planning the writing phase -- Chapter 22: Writing up in the approved format -- Chapter 23: Writing up in the appropriate style -- Chapter 24: Citing, referencing and avoiding plagiarism -- Chapter 25: Reviewing, editing and proofreading -- Chapter 26: Acting on feedback -- Chapter 27: Presenting your project for assessment -- List of references. |
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| Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , [2014] | ||
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How to improve your critical thinking & reflective skills / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers
| How to improve your critical thinking & reflective skills / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (291 pages) |
| Disciplina | 808.02 |
| Collana | Smarter Study Skills |
| Soggetto topico | Report writing |
| ISBN | 0-273-77335-6 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Altri titoli varianti | How to improve your critical thinking and reflective skills |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150226803321 |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , 2013 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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How to research & write a successful PhD / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers Phd
| How to research & write a successful PhD / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers Phd |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, : Pearson, 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (xv, 406 p.) : ill. (some col.) |
| Disciplina | 808.066378 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | WeyersJonathan D. B |
| Soggetto topico |
Academic writing
Dissertations, Academic - Authorship |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Libros electrónicos. |
| ISBN | 0-273-77407-7 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | How to Use this Book -- INTRODUCTION -- 1 Taking on postgraduate studies -- 2 Principles of postgraduateness -- GETTING STARTED -- 3 Identifying and framing research questions -- 4 Writing a proposal or research plan -- KEY PhD RESEARCH SKILLS -- 5 Developing as a researcher -- 6 Planning and time management -- 7 Information literacy for PhD study -- 8 Accessing content from the literature -- 9 Organising research materials -- INTERACTIONS WITH OTHERS DURING A RESEARCH PROGRAMME -- 10 Successful postgraduate-supervisor relationships -- 11 Dealing with the highs and lows of being a postgraduate -- 12 Working in a research team -- 13 Teaching as a postgraduate -- 14 Giving a research seminar or paper -- 15 Preparing and presenting a poster -- 16 Being appraised -- RESEARCH METHODS -- 17 Critical thinking -- 18 Arriving at a position and supporting it -- 19 Research ethics and safety -- 20 Citing, referencing and avoiding plagiarism -- 21 Interpreting and presenting data -- 22 Aspects of qualitative research -- 23 Aspects of quantitative research -- 24 Experiments and field studies -- WRITING UP YOUR RESEARCH -- 25 Links between research, writing and speaking -- 26 The nature of scholarly writing -- 27 Scholarly writing style -- 28 Elements of a thesis -- 29 Becoming an autonomous writer -- 30 Thesis presentation -- EXAMINATION AND BEYOND -- 31 The PhD viva -- 32 Publishing your research -- 33 After your doctorate -- List of references. |
| Altri titoli varianti | How to research and write a successful PhD |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150211703321 |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, : Pearson, 2013 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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How to succeed in exams & assessments / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers
| How to succeed in exams & assessments / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [2nd ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , [2011] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (x, 192 p. ) : col. ill |
| Disciplina | 378.170281 |
| Collana | Smarter Study Skills |
| Soggetto topico | Test-taking skills |
| ISBN |
0-273-74961-7
1-283-73382-X 0-273-74380-5 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | CONTENTS Preface and acknowledgements How to use this book Introduction 1. Succeeding in exams and assessments understanding the processes involved in revision and exam-sitting What markers are looking for 2. Assessment at university - How tests and examinations work Physical & mental preparation 3. Physical and mental preparation How to gear up for assessment and exam-sitting Study styles 4. Your learning personality - How to identify and capitalise on your preferred learning style 5. Studying independently - How to organise yourself and develop good study habits 6. Study buddies - How to work with fellow-students to improve the revision experience Time management 7. Time management - How to balance study, family, work and leisure when studying and revising 8. Creating a revision timetable - How to get yourself organised for exam study Revision strategies 9. Focussing your preparation - How to make full use of learning objectives, past papers and other assessment information 10. Exploiting feedback - How to understand and learn from what lecturers write on your work 11. Consolodating your learning - How to revise effectively through active learning 12. Memory tips and techniques - how to develop tools and strategies to help remember information and ideas Stress Management 13. Dealing positively with stress How to cope with the pressures of university life 14. Combatting exam nerves - How to reduce anxiety and perform well under pressure As the exam approaches 15. Exam strategies - how to ensure you have the appropriate tactics 16. Improving your exam performance - How to avoid common pitfalls Tackling specific types of exam and assessment 17. Multiple-choice and short-answer questions - How to tackle short-answer formats 18. Numerical questions - How to approach quantitative problems 19. Essay-style assessments - How to maximise your marks 20. Tutorial Assessment How to make your contribution count 21 . Assessments of practical and laboratory work How to improve your marks References and further reading Glossary |
| Altri titoli varianti | How to succeed in exams and assessments |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150232803321 |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, England : , : Pearson, , [2011] | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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How to write dissertations & project reports / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers
| How to write dissertations & project reports / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [2nd ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, : Pearson, 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (xii, 288 p. ) : col. ill |
| Disciplina | 808.02 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | WeyersJonathan D. B |
| Collana | Smarter study skills |
| Soggetto topico |
Dissertations, Academic
Research Report writing |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Libros electrónicos. |
| ISBN |
1-283-73402-8
0-273-74384-8 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction -- 1. Tackling a dissertation or project report: how to make the best possible start -- 2 . Choosing a dissertation or project report: how to decide on a theme for your investigation -- Planning your research -- 3. Writing a proposal: how to structure a successful dissertation or research proposal -- 4. Time management: how to write your dissertation or project while balancing family, work and leisure -- 5. Planning for dissertations: how to begin your research and evolve a model for your writing -- 6. Planning for experimental projects: how to organise your efforts effectively -- Finding and filtering information -- 7. Information literacy: how to make the best use of the library resources -- 8. Effective academic reading: how to read efficiently and with understanding -- 9. Analysing and evaluating source material: how to filter and select relevant material as part of the research process -- 10. Note-making from source material: how to create effective notes to support your dissertation and project research -- Applying research techniques -- 11. Principles of quantitative research: how to obtain and analyse numerical information -- 12. Principles of qualitative research: how to obtain and analyse descriptive information -- 13. Experimental research and field visits: how to develop and apply your skills -- 14. Thinking critically: how to develop a logical approach to analysis and problem-solving -- Working with data and numbers -- 15. Number crunching: how to solve problems in arithmetic and algebra -- 16. Interpreting and presenting data: how to understand and produce graphs, tables and basic statistics -- Addressing issues of plagiarism, referencing and ethics -- 17. Plagiarism and copyright infringement: how to avoid being accused of stealing the ideas and work of others -- 18. Citing and listing references: how to refer appropriately to the work of others -- 19. Ethics in researching and reporting: how to follow good research practice -- Writing a first draft -- 20. Structuring a dissertation: how to organise your writing within a standard framework -- 21. Structuring a project report: how to select and shape your content appropriately -- 22. Academic writing style: how to adopt appropriate language conventions -- Editing, revising and presenting -- 23. Reviewing, editing and proof-reading: how to make sure that your writing is concise and correct -- 24. Exploiting feedback: how to understand and learn from what your supervisor writes on your work -- 25. Presentation of dissertations and reports: how to follow the appropriate academic conventions -- References and further reading -- Glossary. |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, : Pearson, 2011 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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How to write essays & assignments / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers
| How to write essays & assignments / / Kathleen McMillan & Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [2nd ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, : Pearson, 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (xi, 252 p. ) : col. ill |
| Disciplina | 808.02 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | WeyersJonathan D. B |
| Collana | Smarter study skills |
| Soggetto topico |
Academic writing
Essay - Authorship Report writing |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Libros electrónicos. |
| ISBN |
0-273-74963-3
1-283-73415-X 0-273-74382-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction 1. Why expressing yourself well in writing is important - how to develop your writing skills What markers are looking for 2. What markers are looking for in your essays and assignments - how to identify the key elements required to meet markers' expectations Getting started 3. Tackling writing assignments - How to get started Researching your topic 4. Effective academic reading - How to read efficiently and with understanding 5. Library and learning resources - How to make the best use of the facilities 6. Note-making from texts - How to create effective notes for later reference 7. Thinking critically - How to develop a logical approach to analysis, synthesis and evaluation Writing a first draft 8. Academic writing formats - How to organise your writing within a standard framework 9. Planning writing assignments - How to respond to the task Writing technique 10. Academic writing style - How to adopt appropriate language conventions 11. Shaping your text - how to create effective sentences and paragraphs 12. Improving your grammar - How to avoid some common errors 13. Better punctuation - How to use punctuation marks appropriately 14. Better spelling - How to spell competently 15. Enhancing your vocabulary - How to increase your word power Editing & Revision 16. Reviewing, editing and proof-reading - how to make sure your writing is concise and correct Plagiarism and referencing 17. Plagiarism and copyright infringement - how to avoid being accused of stealing the ideas & work of others 18. Citing and listing references - how to refer appropriately to the work of others Presentation 19. Presentation of assignments - how to follow the appropriate academic conventions Improving your marks 20. Exploiting feedback - how to understand and learn from what lecturers write on your work 21. Essay writing in exams - how to improve your marks References and further reading Glossary. |
| Altri titoli varianti | How to write essays and assignments |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150232703321 |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, : Pearson, 2011 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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How to write for university : academic writing for success / / Kathleen McMillan, Jonathan Weyers
| How to write for university : academic writing for success / / Kathleen McMillan, Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, : Pearson, 2014 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (x, 255 p.) : ill |
| Disciplina | 808.066378 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | WeyersJonathan D. B |
| Collana | Smarter study skills |
| Soggetto topico | Academic writing |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Libros electrónicos. |
| ISBN |
1-78764-422-7
1-292-00647-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | INTRODUCTION -- Chapter 1: The importance of writing at university -- ESSENTIALS FOR GETTING STARTED -- Chapter 2: University writing in context -- Chapter 3: Lectures, listening and academic writing -- Chapter 4: Researching information for writing assignments -- Chapter 5: Reading effectively -- Chapter 6: Notes from lectures and reading -- Chapter 7: Speaking, thinking and academic writing -- UNDERSTANDING THE CONTEXTS AND PRACTICES REKATING TO ACADEMIC WRITING -- Chapter 8: Organising yourself for writing -- Chapter 9: The format of academic writing -- Chapter 10: Following the expected academic style in your writing -- Chapter 11: Information-processing and critical thinking for writing -- Chapter 12: Referring to source material in your writing -- Chapter 13: Presentation of academic assignments -- Chapter 14: What markers look for when assessing written work -- DEVELOPING FUTURE ACADEMIC WRITING -- Chapter 18: Acting on the feedback on your coursework -- Chapter 19: Academic writing in exams -- APPENDICES -- Appendix 1: Speed-reading techniques -- Appendix 2: Examples of note-creation styles -- Appendix 3: Fallacies and logic: Examples of weak thinking -- Appendix 4: Sample plan for a student writing task -- Appendix 5: Introductions and conclusions - weak or strong? -- Appendix 6.1: Outline for citing sources using Harvard style -- Appendix 6.2: How to list different types of source following Harvard style -- Appendix 7: Simplified rules of punctuation -- Appendix 8: Basic spelling rules -- Appendix 9: Definitions of grammar terms -- Appendix 10: How to solve common errors in grammar -- Glossary -- References and further reading. |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, : Pearson, 2014 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Så lyckas du med essäer och inlämningsuppgifter / / Kathleen McMillan och Jonatan Weyers ; översättning och bearbetning till svenska: Anna Brynhammar
| Så lyckas du med essäer och inlämningsuppgifter / / Kathleen McMillan och Jonatan Weyers ; översättning och bearbetning till svenska: Anna Brynhammar |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Prentice Hall, , 2010 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (249 pages) : illustrations |
| Disciplina | 378.242 |
| Collana | Studera smart |
| Soggetto topico | Report writing |
| ISBN |
1-280-78098-3
0-273-72663-3 9786613691378 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | swe |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150224603321 |
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| Harlow, England : , : Prentice Hall, , 2010 | ||
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Sådan klarer du eksamener og andre prøver / / Kathleen McMillan og Jonathan Wyers
| Sådan klarer du eksamener og andre prøver / / Kathleen McMillan og Jonathan Wyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Prentice Hall, , 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (194 pages) |
| Disciplina | 371.2 |
| Collana | Smarte Studier |
| Soggetto topico | Examinations |
| ISBN |
1-280-78105-X
0-273-73753-8 9786613691446 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | dan |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910150224503321 |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, England : , : Prentice Hall, , 2011 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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The study skills book / / Kathleen McMillan and Jonathan Weyers
| The study skills book / / Kathleen McMillan and Jonathan Weyers |
| Autore | McMillan Kathleen |
| Edizione | [Third edition.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Harlow, England : , : Pearson Education Limited, , 2012 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (xi, 450 pages) : illustrations |
| Disciplina | 371.30281 |
| Collana | Smarter study skills |
| Soggetto topico |
Study skills
Students, Foreign - Great Britain College student orientation - Great Britain |
| ISBN |
1-283-68380-6
0-273-77334-8 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Cover -- The Study Skills Book -- Contents -- About the Authors -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- How to Use This Book -- Understanding What University Involves -- Preparing for University -- Starting Out -- General Expectations -- What Makes University Education Different -- Graduate Skills and Attributes -- Managing Yourself -- Personal Development Planning -- Time Management -- Financial Tips -- Campus Orientation -- Social Life at University -- Contributing to the Academic and Outside Community -- Developing Your Learning Skills -- Your Learning Personality -- Studying Independently -- Lectures -- Listening Skills -- Note-taking in Lectures -- Co-operative Learning -- Participating in a Team -- Laboratory Sessions and Field Visits -- Tutorials -- Thinking Critically -- The Library as a Resource -- Analysing and Evaluating Information -- Effective Academic Reading -- Note-making from Texts -- Computing Literacy -- E-learning -- Number Crunching -- Interpreting and Presenting Data -- Shaping Up in Maths -- Improving Your Academic Writing -- Tackling Writing Assignments -- Academic Writing Format -- Planning Writing Assignments -- Citing and Listing References -- Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement -- Academic Writing Style -- Shaping Your Text -- Improving Your Grammar -- Better Punctuation -- Better Spelling -- Enhancing Your Vocabulary -- Reviewing, Editing and Proof-reading -- Presentation of Assignments -- Performing Well in Course Assessments -- Assessment at University -- Multiple-choice and Short-answer Questions -- Numerical Questions -- Essay-style Assessments -- Tutorial Assessment -- Assessments of Practical and Laboratory Work -- Tackling a Dissertation or Project -- Choosing a Dissertation or Research Topic -- Ethics in Researching and Reporting -- Report Writing -- Literature Surveys -- Poster Presentations.
Spoken Presentations -- Exploiting Feedback -- Succeeding in Exams -- Physical and Mental Preparation -- Creating a Revision Timetable -- Revision Tips -- Memory Tips and Techniques -- Focusing Your Revision -- Study Buddies -- Improving Your Exam Performance -- Exam Strategies -- Combating Exam Nerves -- Planning for the Future -- Planning for a Career -- Assessing Yourself -- Your Curriculum Vitae -- Kick-starting Your Career -- Appendix: Student Resources -- References and Further Reading. |
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McMillan Kathleen
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| Harlow, England : , : Pearson Education Limited, , 2012 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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