Essential study skills : the complete guide to success at university / Tom Burns & Sandra Sinfield.

Previous ed.: 2008.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Overview Introduction Succeeding at university: quick steps to success Places to go and things to do Make sense of your course Study Techniques and Learning Effectively How to learn effectively Get organised for independent study Computers: Any place, anywhere, any time - Debbie Holley How to succeed in group work How to interact and build relationships at University How to survive academic reading: targeted research and active reading How to make the best notes Creative strategies and Learning Effectively How to be creative in your learning How to think effectively: analytical and critical thinking Communicating Effectively in Assignments How to write better assignments How to prevent plagiarism How to overcome writing blocks and become a confident writer How to write great essays How to produce excellent reports How to write a brilliant dissertation How to deliver excellent presentations How to run your own seminars and workshops Emotional Dimension How to deal with your emotions Reflective Learning Reflective learning and the learning log! Memory and effective revision How to understand and pass exams Personal Development Planning (PDP): becoming who you want to be - Christine Keenan Moving on: What to do when you finish university

Whether you are a student wanting to improve your study skills or a lecturer wishing to give students a helping hand with their work, this book provides you with essential skills, including how to produce a dissertation and techniques for academic research.