Learning How to Study Again
A Practical Guide to Study Skills for Mature Students Returning to Education or Distance Learning
Published on 27. August 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-85703-981-8 (ISBN)
Description
You have decided to return to education, and now you may be worried that your study skills are not up to scratch. This inspiring and practical book has been written especially for adult learners, whether they are considering full-time courses, part-time studies or evening classes. It covers everything you need to know to succeed in your chosen course, including how to; discover your learning style, improve your reading speed and memory, take notes and get organised, improve your writing and mathematical skills, master research techniques, develop analytical skills and gain marks in exams.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Dimensions
Height: 215 mm
Width: 135 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-85703-981-8 (9781857039818)
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Catherine Dawson
The Mature Student's Study Guide 2nd Edition
Essential Skills for Those Returning to Education or Distance Learning
Book
11/2006
How To Books Ltd
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Person
Dr Catherine Dawson has been a researcher specialising in educational research and a tutor working with adult learners for over fifteen years. She is passionate about enabling and supporting adults to get back into education, which is why she has written Returning to Education, Practical Research Methods and now Learning How to Study Again.
Content
1. Learning how to learn; 2. Preparing to study; 3. Organising your study; 4. Enhancing your reading skills; 5. Enhancing your writing skills; 6. Enhancing your mathematical and scientific skills; 7. Getting the most out of your lectures and seminars; 8. Developing your group work skills; 9. Mastering open and distance learing techniques; 10. Making the most of information and communication technology; 11. Producing successful assignments; 12. Mastering research techniques; 13. Developing your analytical skills; 14. Conquering oral presentations; 15. Completing your dissertation; 16. Passing your Exams; 17. Coping with the pressures of study; 18. Making the most of learner support services