[PDF] A Study Skills Handbook eBook

Author : Sarah Moore
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 48,95 MB
Release : 2010-02-16
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 0335240070

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"We would heartily recommend the book to students who are at the beginning of their studies." Maxine Fletcher, Lecturer, Oxford Brookes "This book’s crammed full of very useful topics, information and exercises that I've never seen before, especially in the section on research, which I particularly liked." Joel, Student, Keele University Competition for graduate jobs has never been so fierce. The Ultimate Study Skills Handbook will help you succeed from the first week of your studies through to graduation. Covering all the core skills you will need to help you make the most of your university course, The Ultimate Study Skills Handbook is your key to success. This is the handbook of techniques, tips and exercises. Written by a team of experts and tested on students, the advice in this book will help you to improve your grades, save time and develop the skills that will make you stand out to prospective employers. Whichever subject you are studying, this practical and concise book will help you find your individual learning style and tell you exactly what you need to know to excel as a student: Working out the best way for you to learn Doing your research Presentations Revising for exams Improving your critical thinking skills Managing your time

Author : Peter Hollins
Publisher : Pkcs Media, Incorporated
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 50,7 MB
Release : 2021-08-28
Category :
ISBN : 9781647433321

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Studying and learning don't have to be chores that you dread. Discover how to make the process fun, easy, and successful. Studying and learning, especially in the rigid confines of school, can be tough to say the least. Use this book to decode exactly how to make it work for you. You'll discover the strategies to rocket to the top of your class. How to double your learning, memory, and testing capabilities. The Study Skills Handbook teaches us about great students. Are they all baby Einsteins? No, they simply have practiced the types of tips in this book. This type of academic success is learnable, but you have to know the code first. Consider this book the code to your academic wellbeing. You will blast your competition and set the curve in each class. How to simply become a better student - at anything inside or outside the classroom. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Not just for students - for parents, educators, teachers, professors, autodidacts, etc. Optimal exam day strategies - even if you haven't crammed enough How to make the most of your classroom time by being less passive Your perfect study environment to absorb info Convenient and easy memory techniques to memorize anything What an exam and class postmortem are and how they can help you.

Author : Stella Cottrell
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 46,11 MB
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 135031501X

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This is the ultimate guide to study skills, written by million copy bestselling author Stella Cottrell. Her tried and tested approach, based on over 20 years' experience of working with students, has helped over a million students to achieve their potential. When it comes to studying, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This engaging and accessible guide shows students how to tailor their learning to their individual needs in order to boost their grades, build their confidence and increase their employability. Fully revised for the fifth edition, it contains everything students need to succeed. This is an invaluable resource for undergraduate students of all disciplines, and is also ideal for postgraduates, mature students and international students. It prepares students for what to expect before, during and after their studies at university. New to this Edition: - Additional material on writing skills, including proofreading, editing and writing for different assignments - New chapters on managing stress and student wellbeing at university, learning in diverse and international contexts and writing essays - More emphasis on reflective learning - Extended guidance on how to balance study with work - More use of visuals to summarise key learning points

Author : John Ernst
Publisher : Teacher Created Resources
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 46,21 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781557341945

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"Student-directed activities help middle schoolers learn how to get organized, how grading is done, and how to develop good study skills."--Amazon.com

Author : Tom Burns
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 26,29 MB
Release : 2012-03-07
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 1446260445

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Lecturers, why waste time waiting for the post to arrive? Request your e-inspection copy today! 'Brilliant little book! ... It's easy to follow and understand, full of practical hints and tips, helps to remove some of the pressures of uni life!' - Amazon review 'Really useful sections on reading and taking notes ... the bread and butter of student life.' - Amazon review Do you want to do better at university? Whether you're a student wanting to improve their study skills or a lecturer who wants to give their students a helping hand with their work, this book is for you. Packed with study tips and handy activities, this proven guide shows you step-by-step how to study effectively and make the best of your time - whatever level you're at. Whether you are going to university straight from school, a mature student, or an overseas student studying in the UK for the first time, you'll find out how to: Sail through those tricky first weeks Get the most out of lectures by understanding how you learn Learn techniques for academic writing and research Pass exams with flying colours Stay cool and cope with stress. Practical and interactive, this edition features six brand new chapters to arm you with even more essential skills including how to produce a dissertation, planning your career and focusing on building relationships with lecturers and other students to help you get ahead. Visit the Essential Study Skills Companion Website Launched with this edition is an improved and expanded companion website. Don't miss the extensive range of guidance and resources for both students and tutors, including video tips, study packs, practice exercises and other tools for you to use in both your preparation and actual work. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills website for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!

Author : Stella Cottrell
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,70 MB
Release : 2010-06-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780230250185

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Following-on from The Study Skills Handbook, this book enables students to think about personal, academic and career goals and to plan a path to success. Rich in activities that develop valuable career skills, this edition has a new chapter on Understanding your Personal Performance, and updated information on job applications.

Author : Stella Cottrell
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 35,49 MB
Release : 2007-01-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780230506534

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The Exam Skills Handbook provides an easy-to-follow set of strategies and techniques that build to a plan for achieving your best possible exam performance. It provides practical step-by-step guidance in long-term planning for optimal performance through to last minute revision strategies. As well as its original series of 'ready-made' revision sessions, it provides checklists, structured reflections, and a hallmark page-by-page design that helps you work quickly and easily. You can take charge of your preparation and approach exams with calm and confidence, expertise and enjoyment.

Author : Tony Buzan
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 27,2 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781406612073

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Tony Buzan's techniques have been proven over many years and students will see immediate benefits across their memory, speed reading and general recall.

Author : Mike Smith
Publisher :
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 27,52 MB
Release : 1990
Category : English language
ISBN :

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A clear presentation of the various skills required for study at university level, this text includes many exercises that practice the following: using dictionaries, reading, note-taking, using university libraries and examination procedures.

Author : Judith Dodge
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 22,58 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Academic achievement
ISBN : 9780590495103

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Conatins sevety-five classroom-tested strategies designed to improve studetns' learning skills.