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The Academic Skills Handbook 2/e

Name: The Academic Skills Handbook 2/e
Brand: SAGE PUBLICATIONS
SKU: 9781529796803
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SAGE PUBLICATIONSISBN: 9781529796803

Your Guide to Success in Writing, Thinking and Communicating at University

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By Diana Hopkins, Tom Reid
Imprint: SAGE PUBLICATIONS
Release Date: May 21, 2024
Format: HARDBACK
Pages: 448

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This is your complete guide to success in navigating, writing, thinking, and communicating at university. Packed with tips, diagnostic tools, guided exercises, and full text examples, it equips you to boost your grades, ace your assignments, and get the most out of your time at university. This book helps you: Prepare for and navigate university culture Develop the academic skills needed for success at university Communicate your ideas with confidence and clarity Watch your skills grow with diagnostic tools Create your own study plan tailored to the skills you need Know what your tutor is looking for and how to deliver Turn your skills into success after university The Academic Skills Handbook is specially designed to show you where your strengths are and what you need to work on, so you get a practice plan that is perfect for your needs. It then arms you with the principles and practice to get ahead in your academic writing, presentations and group work. Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university.

Part 1: Transition to University Chapter 1: Understanding university culture Part 2: Reading & Note-Taking Skills Chapter 2: Reading skills Part 3: Listening and Speaking Skills Chapter 3: Getting the Most Out of Lectures Chapter 4: Communicating in Seminars Part 4: Blended/Online Learning Chapter 5: Getting the most out of a blended learning approach Part 5: Course Work & Assignments Chapter 6: Academic Essays Chapter 7: Lab Reports Chapter 8: Presentations Chapter 9: Working in Groups Chapter 10: Taking Exams Chapter 11: Writing Dissertations Chapter 12: Writing Posters Chapter 13: Reflective Essays Chapter 14: Writing a blog Part 6: Taking a Critical Approach Chapter 15: Taking a critical approach Part 7: The Core skills of good writing Chapter 16: Writing with Clarity Chapter 17: Writing with Accuracy and correct use of grammar Chapter 18: Being Concise Chapter 19: Writing in Academic Style Part 8: Referencing and citing sources Chapter 20: Referencing with accuracy

Professional, loved the images, layout and text combinations. I enjoyed it immensely and would certainly have loved this book for my undergraduate BA. -- Jay Dunstan * Chapter review * Overall, the chapter effectively navigates the nuances of university culture in the initial weeks. Its strengths lie in practical advice and insights into campus life. The practical advice is immensely useful for both incoming and current students. -- Yan Yee Yip * Chapter review *

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