Studying and Learning at University
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Studying and Learning at University

Vital Skills for Success in Your Degree

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Studying and Learning at University

Vital Skills for Success in Your Degree

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About This Book

Studying and Learning at University provides a concise and accessible introduction to the essential study skills for first-time undergraduates.

Alan Pritchard focuses on the skills that every student will need to master to achieve success in their academic career. Practical, straight-forward advice is provided on subjects such as how to:

  • approach learning
  • use active reading techniques
  • use computers and the internet to support academic study
  • prepare for written assessment
  • prepare and deliver presentations.

This guide is essential reading for anyone new to study at undergraduate level. Students setting out on any undergraduate course will welcome the support and guideance provided here.
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 hub for tips, resources and videos on study success!

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Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Year
2008
ISBN
9781473902688
Edition
1
Topic
Education
Subtopic
Research in Education

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. Acknowledgements
  7. Introduction
  8. 1 How We Learn
  9. 2 Reading for Academic Purposes
  10. 3 Note-taking and Recording for Learning
  11. 4 Finding the Information You Need: Using Libraries and Library Systems
  12. 5 Computers and the Internet as a Source of Quality Information
  13. 6 Assessment: Essays and Dissertations
  14. 7 Other Forms of Assessment: Reports and Examinations
  15. 8 Giving Presentations
  16. Appendix 1 – Transferable Graduate Skills
  17. Appendix 2 – Concept/Mind-mapping Resources
  18. Glossary
  19. References
  20. Index