The Study Skills Handbook

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This title introduces higher-level study skills and allows students to develop a deeper understanding of the learning process itself, encouraging a reflective and well-informed approach to study. If you are serious about achieving success on your course, The Study Skills Handbook is your essential companion. Based on over 20 years' experience of working with students, 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. Using this practical, no-nonsense book, you will: ■ Identify your learning style and existing skills, and harness them to learn effectively ■ Develop core study skills in time management, academic writing, revising, critical thinking, teamwork and more ■ Discover what you can do 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 beginning university-level study in English for the first time, The Study Skills Handbook is your passport to success.