The Skills You Need Guide for Students
The four books are:
- Becoming a Student – Assisting you in making informed choices about whether, what, when, and how to pursue your studies, as well as honing the essential practical skills required throughout your academic life.
- Study Skills – Cultivating your capacity to study efficiently and extract maximum benefits from your college or university experience.
- Writing Your Dissertation or Thesis – A comprehensive guide to what will likely be the most substantial piece of writing in your academic path.
- Research Methods – Comprehending the methodologies employed in research within the realms of social sciences and humanities.
(compared to buying the titles individually)
Becoming a Student
Making the decision to become a student is a significant life choice with far-reaching consequences for your personal life and daily routines. The array of decisions to be made, ranging from the choice to pursue higher education, to where, what, and how to study, can be overwhelming. Additionally, many students grapple with time management, financial planning, and sustaining motivation over the long term.
This eBook is meticulously crafted to tackle these challenges head-on.
It guides you through the intricate process of making crucial decisions before embarking on your educational journey. Furthermore, it offers invaluable insights into financial organization, budgeting, and effective study preparation. Ultimately, it equips you with the essential skills necessary to maintain organization and motivation throughout your academic tenure, covering everything from conquering procrastination to fostering self-motivation. It's an indispensable resource that no current or aspiring student should be without!
Published by: Skills You Need Limited. February 2021.
ISBN: 978-1-911084-31-0
Study Skills
A widespread concern among many students centers on the lack of formal instruction in effective study techniques. They often find themselves without guidance on critical reading, essay and report writing, revision strategies, or exam preparation.
This eBook has been meticulously crafted to address these pressing issues.
It offers comprehensive insights into understanding your individual learning style, mastering critical reading, excelling in various writing assignments, conducting fundamental research, optimizing your revision methods, and preparing effectively for exams. These crucial study skills are presented in a clear and practical manner. While primarily designed for those embarking on independent study, it also serves as a valuable resource for high school students and more seasoned learners seeking to refresh their skills, as well as educators and tutors in search of materials to assist their students.
Published by: Skills You Need Limited. February 2021.
ISBN: 978-1-911084-32-7
Writing Your Dissertation or Thesis
Moreover, it often constitutes a significant portion of your overall degree assessment, making it both critically important and profoundly demanding. This eBook serves as your comprehensive companion on the journey of crafting your dissertation, guiding you from the initial stages to the final submission. Commencing with the research proposal phase, it ensures you are well-equipped with a clear understanding of your project. From there, it walks you through each crucial step of the process, including the literature review, method selection, results documentation, and drawing insightful conclusions. Additionally, it offers valuable guidance on proper referencing practices. This book is thoughtfully designed to streamline the process, making it more accessible, less arduous, and ultimately less stressful. Any student facing the task of writing a dissertation cannot afford to be without this indispensable resource!
Published by: Skills You Need Limited. February 2021.
ISBN: 978-1-911084-33-4
Research Methods
Numerous undergraduate programs and the majority of postgraduate courses necessitate students to embark on substantial research projects, a task that often bewilders many who are uncertain of where to commence.
This eBook presents a meticulously crafted, step-by-step guide to research methods, with a particular emphasis on methodologies employed in social sciences, humanities, and healthcare research. It does not delve into laboratory research but contains principles that may prove beneficial to researchers across various domains.
From the initial phases of comprehending and selecting the philosophical foundations of your research to crafting a research design, method selection, conducting research, and subsequently analyzing your findings, this resource serves as an indispensable companion for budding researchers. Established researchers can also benefit from its contents, especially when reviewing specific techniques, ranging from survey design and sampling methods to statistical analysis.
Published by: Skills You Need Limited. February 2021.
ISBN: 978-1-911084-32-7
