Basic Study Skills: A Practical Guide to Learning for All Students

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This book is aimed at students at almost every level, including college and university, adult learners, access students and students on correspondence and distance learning courses. It will be particularly valuable for those who have been out of a learning situation for some time and are lacking the confidence to re-enter the educational environment.

The book covers all aspects of study skills, from improving reading, writing, listening and thinking skills, to knowing how to study independently, conduct research and take tests and examinations.The user-friendly and accessible format enables readers to dip in and out of the book whenever they need to brush up on a particular skill.It also includes uesfeul exercises, addresses, websites and further reading for those who wish to follow up the information provided in the book.

Author Bio

For over 25 years Dr Catherine Dawson has been a researcher specialising in educational research, and a tutor working with college and university students. She has written extensively for both academic journals and popular magazines and is passionate about providing information to help students succeed on their courses. She is also the author of Introduction to Research Methods and Advanced Research Methods.