Successful Study for Degrees / Edition 3

by Rob Barnes

Overview

This is a practical guide to studying more effectively at first and higher degree levels. Primarily for students looking for more than just a basic study skills book, it blends practical ideas with sound principles to offer a readily accessible, handy guide.
This third edition includes a new chapter on distance learning and updated chapters about online and computer-based learning, in addition to essential advice on:

• personal survival in the university setting
• developing a good learning attitude
• using ebooks, online searcher and electronic media
• time management, deadlines and task management
• essay technique and writing your dissertation
• small-group and seminar study.

Packed with useful information and guidance, this is an indispensable read for any student in higher education.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138144118
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/21/2016
Edition description:	3rd ed.
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Rob Barnes is Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of East Anglia

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started and Keeping Going 2. A Standard Approach to Organisation 3. Alternative Forms of Writing 4. Style 5. Editing 6. Collaborative Writing 7. Writing for Publication