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The study skills handbook / Stella Cottrell.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: Palgrave study skillsPublisher: London : Red Globe Press, 2019Edition: fifth editionDescription: vii, 432 pages : illustrations ; 26 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781137610874 (paperback)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 015122 378.170281 COT 23
LOC classification:
  • LB2395 .C68 2012
Contents:
Introduction.- PART A: Self Efficacy: Managing Your Success as a Student.- 1. Success as a Student.- 2. Gaining the Most From Your Course.- 3. Employability and Planning Towards Your Future.- 4. Successful Study: Intelligence, Strategy and Personalised Learning.- 5. The C-R-E-A-M Strategy for Learning.- 6. Time Management as a Student.- 7. Managing Stress and Wellbeing.- PART B: Academic, People and Task Management Skills.- 8. Working with Others: Collaborative Study.- 9. Developing Cultural Competence.- 10. Reading and Note-Making.- 11. Researching and Managing Information for Study.- 12. Critical Thinking.- 13. Writing at University Level.- 14. Developing Your Academic Writing.- 15. Writing Essays.- 16. Managing Assignments: Projects, Reports, Case Studies and Dissertations.- 17. Devising Your Exam Strategy.- 18. Memory.- Appendices.- Answers to Activities.- References.- Index.
Summary: "This is the ultimate guide to study skills, written by million copy bestselling author Stella Cottrell. Her tried and tested approach, based on over twenty 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." -- Provided by publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction.- PART A: Self Efficacy: Managing Your Success as a Student.- 1. Success as a Student.- 2. Gaining the Most From Your Course.- 3. Employability and Planning Towards Your Future.- 4. Successful Study: Intelligence, Strategy and Personalised Learning.- 5. The C-R-E-A-M Strategy for Learning.- 6. Time Management as a Student.- 7. Managing Stress and Wellbeing.- PART B: Academic, People and Task Management Skills.- 8. Working with Others: Collaborative Study.- 9. Developing Cultural Competence.- 10. Reading and Note-Making.- 11. Researching and Managing Information for Study.- 12. Critical Thinking.- 13. Writing at University Level.- 14. Developing Your Academic Writing.- 15. Writing Essays.- 16. Managing Assignments: Projects, Reports, Case Studies and Dissertations.- 17. Devising Your Exam Strategy.- 18. Memory.- Appendices.- Answers to Activities.- References.- Index.


"This is the ultimate guide to study skills, written by million copy bestselling author Stella Cottrell. Her tried and tested approach, based on over twenty 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." -- Provided by publisher.

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