Educational: General studies, educational skills and competencies

Book SynopsisWe've all been there: a new school year starts and there's 8 months till your exams - that's plenty of time, right? Then there's 6 months, 3 months, 1 month and oh, now there's 2 weeks left and you haven't started studying...What happens next is a panic-induced mayhem of highlighting everything in the textbook (without even questioning if it's actually helpful). But I'm here to help you change this!In The Only Study Guide You'll Ever Need, I'll cover a range of different topics including:· How to get started and pick up that pen· Learning techniques that actually work (hello, science of memory!)· The dos and don'ts of timetabling· And combatting fear of failure, perfectionism, exam stress and so much more!As a fellow student now at university, I definitely don't have a PhD in Exam Etiquette but this is the book younger me needed. All I wanted was one place that had a variety of tried-and-tested methods with reassurance from someone who had recently been through the education system. The Only Study Guide You'll Ever Need is just that, and I have collected the best techniques and tools I wish I'd known earlier to help you get through your studies and smash your exams!Jade x

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Book SynopsisComprehension skills are at the heart of 11+ and Common Entrance exams, such as those set by the Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring (CEM, University of Cambridge), the Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB) and by the schools themselves. The comprehension section of these exams typically contains a passage and a variety of questions that test understanding, inference ability, logical reasoning, grammar, vocabulary and reading techniques. This book contains four exams, each with a passage of contemporary literature, awarding 30 marks and designed to be completed in 30 minutes. The questions in this book are representative of the range of different question styles found in a typical standard comprehension exam paper. Full explanations on how to achieve the highest marks per question are included. Extensively road-tested by ElevenPlusExams, all 11+ Essentials tests are perfect for use in the classroom and at home.

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Book SynopsisIt's the revolutionary world history study guide just for middle school students from the brains behind Brain Quest.Everything You Need to Ace World History . . . kicks off with the Paleolithic Era and transports the reader to ancient civilizations-from Africa and beyond; the middle ages across the world; the Renaissance; the age of exploration and colonialism, revolutions, and the modern world and the wars and movements that shaped it. The BIG FAT NOTEBOOK™ series is built on a simple and irresistible conceit-borrowing the notes from the smartest kid in class. There are five books in all, and each is the only one book you need for each main subject taught in middle school: Math, Science, American History, English, and World History. Inside the reader will find every subject's key concepts, easily digested and summarized: Critical ideas highlighted in marker colours. Definitions explained. Doodles that illuminate tricky concepts. Mnemonics for a memorable shortcut. And quizzes to recap it all. The BIG FAT NOTEBOOKS meet Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award-winning teachers. They make learning fun, and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest.

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Book SynopsisThe new revised edition of Lidia Stanton's bestselling book of mnemonics demystifying over 200 of the most difficult spellings. The book is structured around confusing pairs of words, such as homophones or words that 'go together', tricky everyday words and tricky academic words, with memorable illustrations on every page to help you connect the word's meaning and graphical features with how it's spelt. This is not a traditional spelling book, but a resource that will really get you thinking, and laughing out loud. This guide encourages active learning and recollection, breaking away from repetitive methods such as 'look, cover, write, check', enabling you to effortlessly recall and identify once-confusing spelling patterns.Trade ReviewThis book is a 'brain teaser and brain trainer' - ingenious use of words, memory tips and tricks and lots of humour and amusement - 200 Tricky Spellings in Cartoons has it all. Imaginative ideas and superb graphics presented in a clear user-friendly format. This will appeal to everyone - children, teachers and parents. Readers will wonder how they managed without this book. It can also provide the impetus for children to develop their own strategies. Every school must have this essential book! -- Dr Gavin Reid, psychologist and authorA brilliant spelling book that uses cartoons and comedy to help you remember how to spell tricky words. We wish we had this book at school! -- Kate and Kathy, Authors, The Illustrated Guide to Dyslexia and Its Amazing People and The Bigger Picture Book of Amazing Dyslexics and The Jobs They Do

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Book Synopsis Exam Board: CEM Level & Subject: 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning and Spatial Reasoning Suitable for the 2024 tests Practice for your 11+ test in short, quick question bursts Making sure your child is ready for the 11+ CEM Assessment Tests by familiarising them with the real thing will help them do their very best in the 2023 11+ tests. The Collins 11+ Quick Practice Test range gives children plenty of opportunity to test themselves in short, timed bursts, helping to build confidence and ensure 11 Plus test success. Children can have a go at realistic, 11 plus test-style questions 25 timed tests get them used to working under pressure Example answers are worked out to show what examiners are looking for All answers are explained to help improve understanding and check progress For children age 10-11, the Collins 11+ Maths Quick Practice Tests are also recommended (9781844198931). For children age 9-10, the Collins 11+ Spatial Reasoning Quick Practice Tests (9781844199198) and Collins 11+ Maths Quick Practice Tests (9781844198900) are available. Previously published as Letts.

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Book SynopsisDo you want your child to attend an independent or grammar school? Wondering how to give him or her the best possible chance of passing these exams? The 11+ test or similar entrance exams must be passed for children to gain entrance to grammar and independent schools and with limited places and high competition it’s vital to prepare your child so they have the best chance of gaining a place. Discover Verbal Reasoning is here to help. Designed for complete beginners, Discover Verbal Reasoning introduces children to 11+ verbal reasoning exam questions and tests so they can get the basics right first. Boasting expert coaching and guidance for both you and your child, Discover Verbal Reasoning clearly explains how to tackle verbal reasoning exam questions correctly and is filled with hundreds of brand new, authentic practise questions in the same multiple choice format as the final verbal reasoning exam. And once you've completed the Discover level make sure to move on to the next level, Develop, and lastly the Practise Test Papers so your child receives a full programme of coaching needed to pass the 11+ verbal reasoning exam. The Practise & Pass 11+ series has been developed in line with the current entrance exams so your children will be answering questions that are in an identical format and style to those that will be in the final test. Covering the four key subjects, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, maths and English, the series is split into three levels – Discover, Develop and Practise Test Papers. After working through the Practise & Pass 11+ series your child will be fully prepared for the tests, have the edge over other applicants and be equipped with the best possible chance to get into the school of your choice. Give your child the skills and experience to pass the 11+ exam with flying colours.

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Book SynopsisThis is the type of book many teachers will keep on their desk and use the exercises very regularly; for me it is up there with Geoff Petty's Evidence-Based Teaching' and Paul Ginnis's The Teacher's Toolkit' as an essential resource. Worley is an excellent clear writer, who communicates very complex ideas very well. Francis Gilbert [http://www.francisgilbert.co.uk/], teacher, teacher trainer and author of I'm a Teacher, Get Me Out of Here'Inspire your class to think more deeply about curriculum subjects and get them actively taking part in exciting philosophy experiments today!This new book by bestselling author and founder of The Philosophy Foundation Peter Worley is a collection of practical lesson and activity plans to use in the primary classroom to get children thinking philosophically and creatively, integrating philosophy into different curriculum areas. The sessions - called thought adventures - use thought experiments, stories and poems to get children discussing and understaTrade ReviewThis book gets students 'doing' philosophy: actively engaging with it by getting involved in entertaining games and discussions. It's no wonder that philosophy is so good at helping students progress in all areas of the curriculum. I am pretty sure that if teachers only implemented a few of the strategies in Peter Worley's book, they'd quickly raise the levels of achievement amongst their students. * Francis Gilbert, author of I'm a Teacher, Get Me Out Of Here, former teacher and lecturer at Goldsmiths, Univeristy of London. www. francisgilbert.co.uk *Table of ContentsPhilosophy FAQs/ How it all links to the curriculum/ Be a philosopher for a day!/ Little philosophical exercises/Philosophical machines and artifacts/ Thoughtings and shortings/ Thinking in pictures/ Thought adventures

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Book SynopsisKathleen McMillan and Jonathan Weyers work within the University of Dundee's Learning Centre and Academic Affairs Office respectively and have each been teaching for over 25 years and now specialize in supporting academic skills across both the arts and sciences.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Key concepts and processes - how thinking, reflection and creativity involve important skills Key approaches to thinking 2. Critical thinking - how to develop a logical approach to analysis and problem-solving 3. Reflective thinking - how to evaluate your feelings in academic contexts 4. Creative thinking - how to generate innovative and original ideas Critical thinking in practice 5. Arriving at a viewpoint - how to sift fact and opinion to arrive at a position on a topic 6. Supporting and opposing an argument - how to express your point of view through discussion and debate 7. Interpreting and manipulating data - how to approach graphs, tables, formulae and basic statistics 8. Decision-making and work-planning - how to make choices, plan ahead and prioritise 9. Group effort and collaboration - how to enhance your contribution to teamwork Evaluating the ideas of others 10. Evaluating information sources - how to filter and select reliable material 11. Effective academic reading - how to read efficiently and with understanding 12. Note-making from texts - how to create effective notes for later reference 13. Plagiarism and copyright infringement - how to avoid being accused of 'stealing' the ideas and work of others 14. Citing and listing references - how to refer appropriately to the work of others Putting your thinking into words 15. Tackling a writing assignment - how to respond to the specified task 16. Academic writing style - how to adopt appropriate language conventions 17. General writing structures – how to select and shape your content appropriately 18. Writing about reflection - how to structure and report your thoughts 19. Editing and presenting your assignment - how to review your own work and follow academic conventions Forward thinking 20. Exploiting feedback - how to learn from what lecturers think of your work 21. Preparing for employment- how to transfer your thinking skills to a career

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Book SynopsisIan Cooper is a leading consultant in business development and communications, a skills trainer and presenter for professional practices and service organisations.  He has written 10 books and broadcasted many times on radio and TV.Trade ReviewJust one question to ask, where was this book 30 years ago when I set out for the first time with my reporter's notebook? Ian Cooper's witty hints and tips can be appreciated even by readers like me who make their living by asking questions. He's recognised that most people, from professionals to fellow passengers on a bus, are more than willing to tackle any query if the approach is right. Len Tingle, BBC award-winning broadcaster and journalistTable of ContentsContents There are three sections to this book: 1. The golden Rules of Asking For example: Be Blunt and ask openly Ask yourself... what can we do differently? Don't assume the answer will be no without asking the question. Ask yourself, what is the worst that can happen if you get a 'no'? Think big... ask for the impossible. 2. The Technology of Questions. For example: Introduction Ask the right person Ask at the right time Whoever asks the questions controls the coversation How to get people into the right state to receive your questions 3. Personal food for thought for Questions For example: Introduction Ask When? When as a stress buster When makes things happen Ask yourself - when do I work best? Ask where shall I put things? Ask feedback questions to put yourself out of your waiting anxiety.

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Book SynopsisDo you want your child to attend an independent or grammar school? Wondering how to give him or her the best possible chance of passing these exams? Practise & Pass 11+: English Practice Test Papers is filled with hundreds of authentic practise questions in the same multiple choice format as the final exams. Designed for children who have completed the Discover and Develop levels, Practise & Pass 11+: English Practice Test Papers is the final stage of the Practise & Pass 11+ series which allows your child to receive a full programme of coaching needed to pass the 11+ exams. Competition is high and places are very limited in independent and grammar schools so Practise & Pass 11+: English Practice Test Papers is an invaluable tool to give your child the head start they need. The Practise & Pass 11+ series has been developed in line with the current entrance exams so your children will be answering questions that are in an identical format and style to those that will be in the final test. Covering the four key subjects, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, maths and English, the series is split into three levels – Discover, Develop and Practice Test Papers. After working through the Practise & Pass 11+ series your child will be fully prepared for the tests, have the edge over other applicants and be equipped with the best possible chance to get into the school of your choice. Give your child the skills and experience to pass the 11+ exam with flying colours. Discover the complete Practise & Pass 11+ series: Practise & Pass 11+ Level 1: Discover English Practise & Pass 11+ Level 1: Discover Maths Practise & Pass 11+ Level 1: Discover Non-Verbal Reasoning Practise & Pass 11+ Level 1: Discover Verbal Reasoning Practise & Pass 11+ Level 2: Develop English Practise & Pass 11+ Level 2: Develop Maths Practise & Pass 11+ Level 2: Develop Non-Verbal Reasoning Practise & Pass 11+ Level 2: Develop Verbal Reasoning Practise & Pass 11+ Level 3: English Practice Test Papers Practise & Pass 11+ Level 3: Maths Practice Test Papers Practise & Pass 11+ Level 3: Non-Verbal Reasoning Practice Test Papers Practise & Pass 11+ Level 3: Verbal Reasoning Practice Test Papers Practise & Pass 11+ Level 3: Practice Test Papers Variety Pack 1

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Book SynopsisWhat could be the point of teaching such works of bygone cultural and literary inheritance as Cervantes'' Don Quixote and Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice in schools today? This book argues that the narratives and stories of such works are of neglected significance and value for contemporary understanding of human moral association and character. However, in addition to offering detailed analysis of the moral educational potential of these and other texts, the present work reports on a pioneering project, recently pursued by the Jubilee Centre for Character and Virtues, concerned precisely with the use of these and other stories for moral and character education in schools. The success of the ''Knightly Virtues' project is an inspiring story in its own right and should therefore be of enormous interest to all schools, teachers and parents rightly concerned with this all-important aspect of their children's educational development.

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Book SynopsisHas maths ever made you feel anxious, confused or like you just don't get it? This is an entertaining collection of mathematical games and curiosities for you to astound your family and friends with. You don't have to follow the chapters in a certain order - you can use this book however you would like, whether you want to get creative, play a game or impress your friends with a clever trick.Designed to spark a child's enthusiasm for maths and make learning simple, this book will help children to grasp the fundamental concepts in maths through exploration and play. This book will appeal to all learning styles and abilities but is particularly relevant for those with specific learning difficulties such as dyscalculia. Building self-esteem and promoting a growth mindset, these activities will help readers to effortlessly develop their number skills, empowering even the least confident learner with a deeper understanding of maths.Trade ReviewJudy has a genius for helping struggling learners enjoy numbers. -- Professor Brian Butterworth, author of Dyscalculia: From science to education.This is a cleverly organised, clearly presented collection of games and activities which will help build an understanding of maths in learners. It's a great example of, 'If you ask the right questions, then children learn.' -- Dr. Steve Chinn, Visiting Professor, University of DerbySweaty palms? Racing heart? A lump in the back of your throat? As a maths teacher, I know that maths anxiety can prevent people, young and old, from accessing this beautiful subject. Judy draws upon her vast and rich experience in education to create this book that all teachers and parents should have. This engaging, fun and playful book has gathered together a wonderful collection of maths activities and curiosities that will engage maths fans but equally importantly, inspire those that need a little encouragement too! -- Bobby Seagull, school maths teacher, author of The Life-Changing Magic of Numbers and BBC presenter for the Monkman & Seagull Genius GuidesTable of Contents1. Play it!2. Play some more!3. Ponder it!4. Conjure it!5. Simplify it!6. Square it!7. Make it!8. Riddle it!9. Believe it!

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Book SynopsisFoster your childâs critical thinking skills and see confidence soar! The variety of fun and creative activities in this engaging full-color workbook helps your child develop critical thinking skills and become a better learner. Ideal for classroom and home use.

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Book SynopsisKumon Middle School Math workbooks introduce math subjects with explanations of topics, definitions of terms, and practice problems designed to improve your child's math skills. Using Kumon's step-by-step method your child will advance through algebra, geometry, and word problems topics without feeling frustrated or overwhelmed when faced with new problems. These workbooks will help your child develop confidence in his or her math abilities.

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Book SynopsisThis book includes an accompanying Online Learning Centre. The link can be found within the preliminary pages of the book.âœThis book will undoubtedly become a must read for every PhD student.âDr Steven McCabe, Associate Professor, Birmingham City University, UKâœA great addition to any supervisor or student's bookshelf"Professor Inger Mewburn, Director of researcher development, Australian National University, AustraliaâœThe PhD Handbook is an essential read to make this journey easier and more structuredâProf Dr Carsten P Welsch, Head of Physics Department, University of Liverpool, UKâœThe PhD Handbook is a vital companion to PhD studies in any discipline."Colin G. Johnson, Associate Professor, University of Nottingham, and co-author of How to Get a PhDBased on the authors successful training courses run around the world for thousands of PhD students, aTable of ContentsLINK TO ONLINE LEARNING CENTREINTRODUCTIONPART 1: HOW TO MAKE A GOOD STARTCHAPTER 1: WHAT TO EXPECTCHAPTER 2: CLARIFY YOUR PERSONAL GOALSCHAPTER 3: ESTABLISH SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPSCHAPTER 4: PLOT YOUR COURSECHAPTER 5: CREATE GOOD HABITSCHAPTER 6: BUILD SUPPORT NETWORKSPART 2: HOW TO GET GOINGCHAPTER 7: LAY THE FOUNDATIONSCHAPTER 8: SET YOUR SCOPECHAPTER 9: IDENTIFY TASKSCHAPTER 10: SCHEDULE TASKSCHAPTER 11: BULLETPROOF YOUR PLANCHAPTER 12: TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR TIMECHAPTER 13: COMMUNICATE PERSUASIVELYPART 3: HOW TO KEEP GOINGCHAPTER 14: BOOST YOUR RESILIENCECHAPTER 15: OVERCOME PROCRASTINATIONCHAPTER 16: TRACK YOUR PROGRESSCHAPTER 17: LOOK AHEADCHAPTER 18: DEAL WITH SETBACKSCHAPTER 19: HANDLE CONFLICT AND CONFRONTATIONPART 4: HOW TO GET IT FINISHEDCHAPTER 20: GET IT ALL DONECHAPTER 21: HANG IN THERECHAPTER 22: GET READY FOR THE VIVACHAPTER 23: TAKE THE NEXT STEPAFTERWORDGLOSSARYINDEX

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Book SynopsisFalsehood and Fallacy shows students how to evaluate what they read in a digital age now that old institutional gatekeepers, such as the media or institutions of higher education, no longer hold a monopoly on disseminating knowledge. Short chapters cover the problems that exist as a result of the current flow of unmediated information, Fake News, and bad arguments, and demonstrate how to critically evaluate sources particularly those that appear online. Kilcrease provides a range of tools to help students evaluate the legitimacy of what they read. She discusses how to be on the lookout for bad arguments and logical fallacies and explains how students can produce clear and convincing academic writing. Exercises are included throughout the book to test student knowledge. Written in a positive style and full of useful tools and exercises, Falsehood and Fallacy embraces the idea that everyone is a writer and has aptitude for further growth.Table of Contents1. Introduction Part One: Falsehoods 2. You’re in College, But You Don’t Know Everything 3. Evaluating Statements and Identifying Sources 4. Evaluating Sources with the CRAAP Test 5. Reading Your Sources Part Two: Fallacies 6. Evaluating the Content of Sources: Fallacies of Causation 7. Fallacies of Narration, Generalization, and Evidence 8. Fallacies of Diversion Part Three: Bringing it Together 9. Writing about Anything

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Book SynopsisGive your child the support they need in EnglishThese new practice test materials for Cambridge English: Movers (also known as Young Learners English: Movers) support young learners and include comprehensive guidance for both teachers and parents. By working through the practice tests, children will feel ready for what they need to do on the day of the test, and will also have fun whilst they are learning.The book includes: 3 full practice tests with a colourful and clear design to motivate and encourage young learners, and prepare them for what they will see in the real test Audio is available online with recordings by young native English speakersThe Teacher's Guide and a Parent's Guide are available online, and are full of information and support for anyone preparing their child for their first Cambridge English test.For Teachers and Parents (available online) A full guide to each part of the test Ideas for exam preparation activities Model answer recordings for the Speaking paper recorded by young native English speakers so that learners hear examples of correct English again and again Cambridge English vocabulary list with the key words learners need to know Audio scripts for the Listening and Speaking sections Answer keyTrade Review.

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Book Synopsis Exam Board: SQA Level: National 4/5 Subject: Administration & IT The National 4 & 5 Administration Course Notes provide comprehensive guidance for the entire CfE course.

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Book SynopsisThe Collins Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives curriculum framework (0838) from 2022.We are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title for the Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives curriculum framework (0838) from 2022. Focused on developing the six Global Perspectives skill strands, the Student's book provides full coverage of the Stage 3 Cambridge Primary Global Perspectives curriculum framework. Each chapter enables students to develop their Global Perspectives skills through practical exploration of one of sixteen global topics. Stage 3 explores Obeying the law, Family, friends, community and culture, Rich and poor, The world of work, and Moving to a new country. Students will investigate issues relating to the topics within their school, family, local surroundings and culture. Learners will build skills to support their work in the final task of

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Book SynopsisCommon Core Achieve is a groundbreaking blended test-prep program that helps adult learners prepare for high school equivalency exams more quickly and retain more of what they learn. It is aligned to College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education and built upon the new standards and assessment targets for the 2014 GED Test, TASCâ test, and HiSETâ Exam. Contextualized skill instruction engages learners while preparing them for test success, postsecondary credentials or certification programs, and family-sustaining careers.Includes 1 copy of the Common Core Achieve GED Science Exercise Book.

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Book SynopsisA Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course Learning How to Learn have encouraged more than two million students of all ages from around the world to master subjects with which they once struggle. Fans often wish they''d discovered these learning strategies earlier and ask how they can help their kids master these skills as well. Now in this new book for kids and teens, the authors reveal how to make the most of time spent studying.We all have the tools to learn what might not seem to come naturally to us at first - the secret is to understand how the brain works so we can unlock its power. This book explains:Why sometimes letting your mind wander is an important part of the learning processHow to avoid rut think in order to think laterallyWhy having a poor memory can be a good thingThe value of metaphors in developing understandingA simple, yet powerful, way to stop procrastinatingFilled with illustrations, application questions and exercises, this book make

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Book SynopsisInspiring Interns are the UK's leading internship agency, working with thousands of graduates and employers to create meaningful work experience that leads to permanent employment. Inspiring Interns have appeared as expert panellists on Guardian careers talks; written their own internship manifesto for the 2010 General Election which was praised by Theresa May MP (now Home Secretary); and advised the CIPD on their report Interns: to pay or not to pay'. Andrew Scherer is marketing manager at Inspiring Interns. In his work as a journalist he ran several websites, was published in the Guardian, and has covered both the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2010 Football World Cup. Table of ContentsTable of Contents About the Author Acknowledgements Introduction PART 1 Finding an Internship 1. Selecting a sector 2. Advertised internships 3. Internship agencies and recruitment services 4. Speculative applications and hidden internships 5. How to avoid bad internships 6. CVs and cover letters 7. Interviews PART 2 During your Internship 8. Preparations and expectations 9. Your first day 10. Your mentor 11. Your boss 12. Your colleagues 13. Social media and the workplace 14. Day-to-day office life 15. Networking PART 3 After your Internship 16. Securing that job 17. Your Reference 18. Your new CV 19. Staying in touch Conclusion PART 1 will look at all the processes involved in securing a beneficial internship, offering advice and insights into what areas are available (particularly emerging industries) and what kind of person might suit a sector. It will then offer guidance to the reader on the best places to find these opportunities – both publicised and hidden, and how to make the most of your application, from initial contact to interview stage. Crucially, PART 1 will also give expert advice on warning signs to look out for when applying for internships, ensuring candidates are not exploited or find themselves in a position they did not want. PART 2 will walk the reader through all the aspects of conducting a successful internship, dealing with issues that a potential intern, particularly one who may not have experienced an office environment before, may not be aware of. It will range from ensuring you have everything ready to ensure your first day runs smoothly; keeping expectations realistic; managing relationships with superiors, colleagues and clients; and new potential stumbling blocks at work, such as the advent of social media and the implications thereof. PART 3 will help the reader maximise their internship experience after it has finished. It will deal with securing a positive reference, how to update your CV/cover letter accordingly to include the extra experience, and give advice on cultivating the contacts made during a placement.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContents Part I : The BasicsMeeting & greetingCommunication and CorrespondenceMeetings Part II : The Skills Problem Solving Research Financial Awareness Presentations and Verbal Communication Part III : The People Working in a TeamManaging your BossManaging your CustomersManaging Yourself

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Book SynopsisBill Kirton is an experienced lecturer and writer who most recently held the post of Royal Literary Fund Writing fellow at the Universities of Aberdeen, Dundee and St Andrews. Jonathan Weyers and Kathleen McMillan both work at the University of Dundee. Both have been teaching and lecturing for over 25 years and latterly have specialised in the transferable skills area. They have a track record of collaborative writing and achievement in this area. Table of ContentsAbout the author Author's acknowledgements Publisher's acknowledgements Introduction: Do as we say, not as we do Part 1: Establishing the basics Chapter 1: Developing good writing skills Chapter 2: Giving markers what they want Chapter 3: Getting started with academic writing Part 2: Getting ready to write Chapter 4: Learning how to read Chapter 5: Turning reading into notes Chapter 6: The bare bones of academic writing structures Chapter 7: How to create a plan Part 3: Writing, Editing and other essentials Chapter 8: The conventions of academic writing Chapter 9: The basics of sentences and paragraphs Chapter 10: The importance of critical thinking Chapter 11: Never ever plagiarise Chapter 12: Quotations, citations and references Chapter 13: The importance of the post-writing phases Chapter 14: Making the most of feedback Conclusion: Follow the conventions but be yourself

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