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Successful study : skills for teaching assistants and early years practitioners created by Christine Ritchie and Paul Thomas

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: London Routledge 2014Edition: SecondDescription: 163 pages ill. 26 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780415709088 (hbk.)
  • 9780415709095 (pbk.)
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • LB2395
Contents:
1. Starting Stude: Getting organised - starting with you! 2. Reading for Stude 3. Note Taking 4. Writing Academically 5. Planning and Writing Essay-Type Assignments: Why write essays and assignments? 6. Further Writing: Reports and Case Studies 7. Portfolios and other Assignments 8. Challenges: Examinations and searching for resources 9. Reflection, Reassurance and Relaxation! Reflecting upon learning an practice.
Summary: "Successful Study is a guide for students embarking upon an education related Foundation Degree without previous study experience. It is aimed at those re-entering Higher Education (HE) after a long gap or for those who left school without thinking about going to university to study and are now starting HE study for the first time. The world of study at university can be a daunting and bewildering place for new students unfamiliar with the academic processes such as writing essays and presenting portfolios. This book offers clear and straight-forward explanations of how to prepare for study, how to work at higher education level and how to tackle assignments. This new edition has been fully updated to include:Clear links to work-based practices throughoutAdvice for students with disabilityGuidance on using e-resourcesTips for managing your learning and increasing motivation How to think criticallyReflective practiceWith case studies, tasks and opportunities for reflection, this accessible book has been specifically designed for those on Teaching Assistant, Early Years or related Foundation Degrees and will be an essential resource for those wanting to find the answers to study questions quickly and easily"--Summary: "Successful Study is an essential guide for students embarking upon an education related Foundation Degree without previous study experience. The world of study at university can be a daunting and bewildering place for new students unfamiliar with the academic processes such as writing essays and presenting portfolios. This book offers clear and straight-forward explanations of how to prepare for study, how to work at higher education level and how to tackle assignments. Covering all aspects of educational study, and based on the experiences of real education professionals, this new edition has been fully updated to include: - Clear links to work-based practices throughout - Advice for students with disability - Guidance on using e-resources - Tips for managing your learning and increasing motivation - How to think critically - Reflective practice With case studies, tasks and opportunities for reflection, this accessible book has been specifically designed for those on Teaching Assistant, Early Years or related Foundation Degrees and will be an essential resource for those wanting to find the answers to study questions quickly and easily"--
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Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Core Collection Main Library Core Collection LB2395 RIT (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 149416 Available BK135794
Book Book Main Library Open Shelf LB2395 RIT (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 149417 Available BK135804
Book Book Main Library Open Shelf LB2395 RIT (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 149418 Available BK135770
Book Book Main Library Open Shelf LB2395 RIT (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 149419 Available BK135764

Includes bibliographical references and index

1. Starting Stude: Getting organised - starting with you! 2. Reading for Stude 3. Note Taking 4. Writing Academically 5. Planning and Writing Essay-Type Assignments: Why write essays and assignments? 6. Further Writing: Reports and Case Studies 7. Portfolios and other Assignments 8. Challenges: Examinations and searching for resources 9. Reflection, Reassurance and Relaxation! Reflecting upon learning an practice.

"Successful Study is a guide for students embarking upon an education related Foundation Degree without previous study experience. It is aimed at those re-entering Higher Education (HE) after a long gap or for those who left school without thinking about going to university to study and are now starting HE study for the first time. The world of study at university can be a daunting and bewildering place for new students unfamiliar with the academic processes such as writing essays and presenting portfolios. This book offers clear and straight-forward explanations of how to prepare for study, how to work at higher education level and how to tackle assignments. This new edition has been fully updated to include:Clear links to work-based practices throughoutAdvice for students with disabilityGuidance on using e-resourcesTips for managing your learning and increasing motivation How to think criticallyReflective practiceWith case studies, tasks and opportunities for reflection, this accessible book has been specifically designed for those on Teaching Assistant, Early Years or related Foundation Degrees and will be an essential resource for those wanting to find the answers to study questions quickly and easily"--

"Successful Study is an essential guide for students embarking upon an education related Foundation Degree without previous study experience. The world of study at university can be a daunting and bewildering place for new students unfamiliar with the academic processes such as writing essays and presenting portfolios. This book offers clear and straight-forward explanations of how to prepare for study, how to work at higher education level and how to tackle assignments. Covering all aspects of educational study, and based on the experiences of real education professionals, this new edition has been fully updated to include: - Clear links to work-based practices throughout - Advice for students with disability - Guidance on using e-resources - Tips for managing your learning and increasing motivation - How to think critically - Reflective practice With case studies, tasks and opportunities for reflection, this accessible book has been specifically designed for those on Teaching Assistant, Early Years or related Foundation Degrees and will be an essential resource for those wanting to find the answers to study questions quickly and easily"--

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