Product Description

'Studying as an adult is very different to your school experience. This book will give you the skills and confidence you need when returning to education as a mature student.' You have decided to return to education, and now you may be worried that your study skills are not up to scratch. This inspiring and practical book has been written especially for you - whether you are considering a full-time course, part-time studies, evening classes or distance learning such as an Open University degree. It covers everything you need to know to succeed in your chosen course, including how to: discover your learning style; improve your reading seed and memory; take notes and get organised; improve your writing and mathematical skills; master research techniques; develop analytical skills; and, gain marks in exams.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #276381 in Books
• Published on: 2006-11-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .75 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 211 pages

From the Back Cover
`Studying as an adult is very different to your school
experience. This book will give you the skills and confidence you need
when returning to education as a mature student.'

You have decided to return to education, and now you may be worried that
your study skills are not up to scratch. This inspiring and practical book
has been written especially for you - whether you are considering a
full-time course, part-time studies, evening classes or distance learning
such as an Open University degree. It covers everything you need to know
to succeed in your chosen course, including how to:

* Discover your learning style
* Improve your reading seed and memory
* Take notes and get organised
* Improve your writing and mathematical skills
* Master research techniques
* Develop analytical skills
* Gain marks in exams

About the Author
Catherine Dawson has been a researcher specialising in educational research and a tutor working with adult learners for over fifteen years. She is passionate about enabling and supporting adults to get back into education, which is why she has written Returning to Learning and Practical Research Methods. Location: based in Weymouth, Dorset.