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Advice for students about study skills

The Mature Student's Study Guide

by Dr. Catherine Dawson

ISBN 1-84528-124-1

This inspiring and practical book has been written especially for adult learners, whether they are considering full-time courses, part-time studies or evening classes.

It covers everything you need to know to succeed in your chosen course, including how to discover your learning style, improve your reading speed and memory, take notes and get organised, improve your writing and mathematical skills, master research techniques, develop analytical skills and gain good marks in examinations.

 

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Advice for adult learners returning to education

Returning to Learning

A Practical Handbook for Adult Learners

by Dr. Catherine Dawson

ISBN 1-84528-062-8

This informative and encouraging handbook is for anyone considering returning to education and should help readers of any age or academic background identify opportunities and move ahead with decision making.

It includes information on making the right choices, overcoming barriers, working out finances, balancing work and family commitments and obtaining financial support. buy from amazon

Advice for students about research methods

Practical Research Methods

A User-Friendly Guide to Mastering Research Techniques and Projects

by Dr. Catherine Dawson

ISBN 1-85703-829-0

For anyone who has to conduct a research project and does not have time to wade through complicated research textbooks, this up-to-date handbook explains technical jargon in a concise way and includes practical examples to illustrate the issues raised.

It provides information on planning and designing a research project, interview techniques, questionnaire design, running focus groups and presenting findings.

 

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Advice for parents about college and university

The Parents' Guide to College and University
Dr. Catherine Dawson
ISBN 1-84258-073-3

This book is a practical, user-friendly guide to further and higher education, aimed especially at parents. It includes:

  • an explanation of British qualifications

  • advice on learning choices and making applications

  • advice on the costs to parents and students

  • information about student life

  • advice on letting go

  • information about health and safety issues.

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