| Edition |
2nd ed. |
| Description |
viii, 321 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
Whether nervous or worried about studying, this text is designed to develop potential and build self-confidence as it takes readers through all the stages of producing high quality academic work. |
| Contents |
I. Background -- Introduction -- 1 Going to university -- 2 How universities work -- 3 How to understand your course -- II. Learning effectively -- 4 How to learn effectively -- 5 How to organise yourself for independent study -- 6 How to use computers and e-learning to support your learning -- 7 How to succeed in group work -- 8 How to be creative in your learning -- 9 How to deal with your emotions -- 10 How to be a reflective learner -- 11 How to research and read academically -- 12 How to make the best notes -- III. Communicating effectively -- 13 How to become a confident writer -- 14 How to write great essays --15 How to write a great reflective essay and a brilliant research project -- 16 How to produce excellent reports -- 17 How to deliver excellent presentations -- 18 How to run and participate in seminars -- IV. Effective revision, exams & PDP -- 19 How to build your memory and revise effectively -- 20 How to understand and pass exams -- 21 How to make the most of Personal development planning (PDP). |
| Subject |
Study skills -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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College student orientation -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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| Added Author |
Sinfield, Sandra.
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| ISBN |
9781412945851 (pb) |
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9781412945844 (hb) |
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1412945844 (hb) |
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1412945852 (pb) |
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