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Now in its fourth edition, this indispensable guide helps students
to create their own personal development programme and build the
skills and capabilities today's employers want. Step by step, it
takes students from the initial stages of setting goals and
defining success through to the application process for their dream
job. Part 1 prompts students to think about what 'success' means to
them and to think more deeply about what matters to them, what
inspires them, and what will help them to achieve their long-term
ambitions. This section also helps students to better manage their
time, energies and resources so that they can achieve the kind of
success they want. Part 2 shows students how to refine their people
and task management skills, enabling them to become the effective
communicators and problem-solvers that today's employers want. Part
3 develops students' creative and reflective thinking, thereby
strengthening students' academic and professional abilities. Part 4
helps readers to reflect on what employers really want from job
applicants and explains how they can take concrete action to
improve their job prospects. Chapters contain guidance on how to
put forward a strong application, how to make the best use of
placements, and how to keep records so that students feel more in
control during the application process. Internationally acclaimed
study skills author Stella Cottrell provides students with the
ingredients they need to create their own recipe for success.
Whether you're just starting at college or university, or about to
leave a postgraduate programme, Skills for Success will help you to
think creatively and constructively about personal, academic and
career goals. New to this Edition: - Contains increased coverage of
different styles and models of leadership, and managing and leading
teams - Includes more material on engaging with cultural difference
- Provides students with guidance on looking after their mental
health and wellbeing, to help reduce stress around planning for
life after university - Features more insights and case studies
from employers Accompanying online resources for this title can be
found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/skills-for-success. These
resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using
this textbook and are available at no extra cost.
This friendly, accessible guide provides international students
with 50 practical 'Ways' to help them make the most of their
experience overseas. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a
starting point, offering suggestions of things to do and think
about, alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to
new ideas and actions. Spanning the whole international student
journey, it will help students to recognise potential challenges,
connect with other students and take action that will prepare them
for life after their study abroad adventure. This is an ideal
resource for any student who wants to make the most of their time
studying overseas.
This is the ultimate guide to study skills, written by million copy
bestselling author Stella Cottrell. Her tried and tested approach,
based on over 20 years' experience of working with students, has
helped over a million students to achieve their potential. When it
comes to studying, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. This
engaging and accessible guide shows students how to tailor their
learning to their individual needs in order to boost their grades,
build their confidence and increase their employability. Fully
revised for the fifth edition, it contains everything students need
to succeed. This is an invaluable resource for undergraduate
students of all disciplines, and is also ideal for postgraduates,
mature students and international students. It prepares students
for what to expect before, during and after their studies at
university. New to this Edition: - Additional material on writing
skills, including proofreading, editing and writing for different
assignments - New chapters on managing stress and student wellbeing
at university, learning in diverse and international contexts and
writing essays - More emphasis on reflective learning - Extended
guidance on how to balance study with work - More use of visuals to
summarise key learning points Accompanying online resources for
this title can be found at
bloomsburyonlineresources.com/the-study-skills-handbook-5e. These
resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using
this textbook and are available at no extra cost.
Now in its 16th year, this bestselling planner is the ultimate
self-management tool for students. Formerly published as The
Palgrave Student Planner, it contains everything students need to
organise their information and time effectively, including study
skills advice, week-to-view diary pages, habit trackers, personal
finance guidance, timetables, useful contacts and websites,
spelling rules, notes pages and much more. Plastic-free, it
features a handy card pocket at the back, a bookmark ribbon and an
elastic pen loop. The Macmillan Student Planner is an essential
companion for students of all levels and subject areas in further
and higher education.
For the 2022-23 edition, please search The Bloomsbury Student
Planner or ISBN: 9781350932562 Now in its 17th year, this
bestselling planner is the ultimate self-management tool for
students. Previously published as The Palgrave Student Planner, it
contains everything students need to organise their information and
time effectively, including study skills advice, month-at-a-glance
pages, week-to-view diary pages, habit trackers, tips for online
learning, personal finance guidance, timetables, useful contacts
and websites, notes pages and much more. Plastic-free, it features
a handy card pocket at the back, a bookmark ribbon and an elastic
pen loop. The Macmillan Student Planner is an essential companion
for students of all levels and subject areas in further and higher
education.
The ability to demonstrate critical thinking is essential for
students who seek to achieve good grades at university but it
typically creates a lot of confusion and anxiety. Critical Thinking
Skills provides an easy to follow, step by step guide to developing
analytical reasoning skills and applying them to tasks such as
reading, note-making and writing. A complex subject is broken down
into easy to understand blocks, with clear explanations, good
examples, and plenty of activities to develop understanding at each
stage. Students can use this book to: * Critically assess other
people's arguments * Recognise flawed reasoning * Evaluate the
material used to support arguments * Apply critical thinking when
reading, writing and making notes * Write excellent essays and
reports The 4th edition features a new section on argument mapping
techniques, which help readers to visualize the structures of an
argument. It also contains new and updated examples that link to
current affairs, showing the importance of critical thinking as a
lifelong skill. Written by internationally renowned author Stella
Cottrell, this is an essential resource for students looking to
refine their thinking, reading and writing skills.
Faced with your dissertation or major project and need some help
getting started? Thinking about how your final project will affect
your overall grades? Then read on.
Tapping into her tried and tested formula for learning, bestselling
author of The Study Skills Handbook, Stella Cottrell, takes you
step-by-step through the key stages of planning, developing,
researching and writing up your dissertation or project
report.
Whether you are an undergraduate or a postgraduate, this guide:
- Offers comprehensive coverage of the major components essential
to producing strong dissertations and project reports
- Gives unique emphasis to the importance of project management
skills
- Gets you involved through interactive activities, checklists and
engaging student examples
Most importantly, it offers the support you need at every stage and
will help ensure that the creation of your academic masterpiece is
an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Engaging, accessible and practical, this book helps students to
get the most out of new technologies to enhance their learning
practices, engage with their studies and improve their study
skills. Covering a broad range of topics, it encourages a
reflective perspective on e-learning resources.
If you are serious about succeeding on your course, The Study
Skills Handbook is your essential companion. Based on over 20
years' experience of working with students, 1/2 million copy
bestselling author Stella Cottrell helps you develop the skills you
need to improve your grades, build your confidence and plan for the
future you want. Her tried and trusted approach recognises that we
each have a unique formula for success and that finding it is the
key to reaching our potential. This book will help you to:
- use your learning style and existing skills effectively
- develop core study skills in time management, academic writing,
critical thinking and more
- discover how to make learning easier and faster
- improve your grades and make study more enjoyable.
Whether you are a school or college leaver, a mature student, or an
international student embarking on university-level study in
English for the first time, this handbook is your passport to
success.
Using a unique combination of mindfulness-based techniques and
study skills, this book shows students how to apply mindfulness to
their studies and everyday life in simple, practical steps. It
introduces a wealth of tools and techniques that can be applied to
specific study contexts, such as listening in lectures, completing
assignments and preparing for exams, and shows readers how
mindfulness can help them to manage the stresses of student life
more effectively. Chapters are rich in guided activities,
meditations, observations and reflections, and full of engaging
illustrations. This hands-on guide to mindfulness is a must-read
for students of all disciplines and backgrounds who are looking to
bring a sense of calm to their lives and give their studying
technique a boost.
This book will inspire and motivate students to shape new habits
and make effective use of time in their studies, work and everyday
lives. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point,
offering suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside
opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and
actions. It helps students to make smart use of time-saving
strategies, set manageable goals and pace their study so they keep
on top of deadlines. It also shows them how to identify potential
distractions, manage procrastination and take action that will
stand them in good stead for their studies and working lives.
Packed with practical tips, this book will help students of all
levels to fine-tune their time management skills, take control of
their time and be more productive.
This highly practical book will inspire and motivate students to
shape new habits and develop a winning approach to writing. Each of
the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering
suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside
opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and
actions. It will help students to find the writing routines and
strategies that work for them, develop their writing style and
fine-tune their assignments with a critical eye. Additionally, it
supports students in identifying their weaknesses and taking steps
to address them. Whether your students are in their first or final
year, this indispensable resource will support them in building the
writing skills they need to succeed at university and beyond.
This practical book will inspire and encourage students to shape
new habits and make stress-management a natural part of their
everyday routine. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting
point, offering suggestions of things to do and think about,
alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new
ideas and actions. It shows students how to recognise helpful and
unhelpful stress, identify their stress triggers and develop coping
mechanisms to ease and manage stress. Throughout, it encourages
students to take charge of their wellbeing and strike a healthy
study-life balance. Packed with supportive guidance, this book will
help students to stay on top of stress during their time at
university.
This practical guide presents 50 ways in which students can
revitalise their approach to studying and boost their grades. Each
of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering
suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside
opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and
actions. It will help students to devise their own personal study
strategy, achieve more in the time available to them and fine-tune
their work so they get the best possible marks. This handy book
will support students of all levels in mapping their own route to
success.
Provides an easy-to-follow set of strategies and techniques that
build to a plan for achieving your best possible exam performance.
It gives practical step-by-step guidance in long-term planning for
optimal performance through to last minute revision strategies.
This fully updated, two-colour edition includes two brand new
chapters.
Teaching Study Skills sets study skills development in context, outlining good teaching practices and positive learning environments that enhance student skills. It addresses such skills as supportive infrastructures, induction practices, orientation of students to HE, and supporting 'at risk' students. The book offers a range of activities for teaching staff to adapt when teaching study skills to individuals or groups. Topics covered include: managing learning, interactive group skills, writing skills, revision and exam strategies, memory, thinking skills, and developing skills of critical analysis.
- Is Uni right for you - and which subject and Uni would suit you
best? - What do Unis look for - and how can you impress them in
your application? - And how do students survive at Uni? How do they
end up where they should be, fed and watered, with money in their
pockets? You2Uni is the ideal book for those thinking about going
to university after school or college. Through illustrations of
student life and practical activities and discussion points,
You2Uni helps you to make informed decisions about what is right
for you, improve your academic skills, and develop skills for
independent everyday life. It covers every aspect of transition to
university life, from choosing a subject to managing your money,
and from writing essays to looking after yourself.
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