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Reading and Making Notes
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Reading and Making Notes
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Dr Jeanne Godfrey
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Series | Pocket Study Skills |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:168 | Dimensions(mm): Height 108,Width 138 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9781137402585
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Classifications | Dewey:428.40711 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
Edition |
2nd edition
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Imprint |
Bloomsbury Academic
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Publication Date |
29 April 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
This practical, pocket-sized guide takes students through the dos and don'ts of making notes and helps them to develop effective reading and note-making strategies. It breaks down the process into clear stages, from understanding assignment titles and fine-tuning sources to using different note-making formats and software. Packed with tips and examples, it will help students to gain confidence in reading for academic purposes and achieve the best marks they can for their work. Its succinct and accessible style makes it an ideal resource for undergraduates and postgraduates of all disciplines. It would also be a valuable text for mature students who are returning to academic study and looking to brush up on their reading and note-making skills. New to this Edition: - Fully updated with brand new content on note-making, short activities and even more illustrative examples
Author Biography
Jeanne has been teaching and managing in the field of English language and academic writing for over twenty years and currently lectures at the University of Leeds UK. She has been Chair of the British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes and set up one of the first academic writing centres in a UK university. Jeanne is author of The Student Phrase Book, How to Use Your Reading in Your Essays, Reading and Making Notes and Writing for University.
Reviews'It is quite stunningly good... a joy to read.' - Kate Williams, Oxford Brookes (and series editor)
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