Study Skills For Dummies

Discover the time–saving tips and expert techniques that will keep you on top of your studies
Want to transform yourself from rough diamond into model student? Whether you′re embarking on A–levels or heading for university, this easy–to–use guide explains the essential skills you need to achieve academic success. From note–taking tips to advice on structuring essays and dissertations, Study Skills For Dummies is packed with all the stuff they don′t teach you in class.
Prepare for the year ahead confidently – become an effective planner and critical thinker, and develop your ICT skills
Maximise on class–time – develop note–taking and learning habits that help you get the most out of seminars and lectures
The fundamentals of research – use the library and the Web to find the information you need, fast
Write killer essays – turn your ideas, notes and research into well–written assignments
Ace your exams – focus your revision and maximise your mental preparation to nail your exams
Open the book and find:
What makes your tutor tick
Internet research methods that save you time
The ingredients of a compelling presentation
Advice on tackling an ever–expanding reading list
What statistics do (and don′t) tell you
Tips for brainstorming and writing creatively
How to steer clear of plagiarism
Strategies for exam success
The key to balancing work and play

Nota biograficzna:

Doreen du Boulay is a learning advisor and former student tutor in Study Skills Support at Sussex University. She has also worked as a teacher, essay examiner and MA dissertation marker.

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Discover the time–saving tips and expert techniques that will ke ep you on top of your studies
Want to transform yourself from rough diamond into model student? Whether you′re embarking on A–levels or heading for university, this easy–to–use guide explains the essential skills you need to achieve academic success. From note–taking tips to advice on structuring essays and dissertations, Study Skills For Dummies is packed with all the stuff they don′t teach you in class.
Prepare for the year ahead confidently – become an effective planner and critical thinker, and develop your ICT skills
Maximise on class–time – develop note–taking and learning habits that help you get the most out of seminars and lectures
The fundamentals of research – use the library and the Web to find the information you need, fast
Write killer essays – turn your ideas, notes and research into well–written assignments
Ace your exams – focus your revision and maximise your mental preparation to nail your exams
Open the book and find:
What makes your tutor tick
Internet research methods that save you time
The ingredients of a compelling presentation
Advice on tackling an ever–expanding reading list
What statistics do (and don′t) tell you
Tips for brainstorming and writing creatively
How to steer clear of plagiarism
Strategies for exam success
The key to balancing work and play