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Exam Skills: 4 tips about staying motivated

Being motivated to learn leads to positive results. It is easy to begin a course full of enthusiasm, but this can drop off in time, which in turn leads to study being less rewarding and enjoyable. …

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Exam skills: 6 tips about using study groups

We know that studying for an exam takes lots of effort – but being part of a study group means you can share your learning and not feel isolated. Watch this video to find out six top tips…

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Exam Skills: 3 tips about learning styles

What's your learning style? We all have a learning style which we feel most familiar with. However, by examining this style, we can often find ways of making learning more effective. …

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Exam skills: 6 tips for dealing with study stress

Preparing for and taking exams is for many, a stressful time. You can't think straight and are daunted by the amount you have to learn. But things are probably not as bad as they seem. …

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Exam skills: 6 tips to help you with writing exams

Your writing is one of the aspects of the English language you'll be tested on – so as the exam approaches make sure you know what to do. Watch this video to find out six top tips to…

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Study Skills – Managing your time

Finding distance learning difficult? Having trouble with your time management? Don't worry – find out how to make the most of your study time in this episode of our Study Skills series…

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Study Skills – Using sources

Using sources is a key part of academic study. Let's get you really good at referencing, quoting and paraphrasing! Find out how in this episode of our Study Skills series – part of our…

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Study Skills – Preparing for assignments

Worried about word counts? Don't know where to begin with your essays? Don't worry – we've got the tips to help you with your written assignments in this episode in our Study…

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Study Skills – Listening and making notes

You might know how to listen well in English, but listening to academic talk can still be a challenge! We've got some top note taking tips for you to make academic listening a breeze. Find out…

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Study Skills – Reading difficult texts

Difficult texts to read for your distance learning course? Does it feel like you're lost at sea? Don't worry – we've got the tips to help you in this episode of our Study Skills…

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Study Skills – Better learning

Knowing how to learn is important. You can reduce your workload and get better results. Interested? Of course! Watch the video to find out more. This is the first video in our Study and Exam…

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Exercise: Crash Course Study Skills #10

We’re finally to the end of our time together here on Crash Course Study Skills, so this week we’re taking a more holistic approach to being the best learner you can. Part of taking care…

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Papers & Essays: Crash Course Study Skills #9

Writing research papers is an essential skill in your career as a student, and this week we’re going to help you do that like a pro. From figuring out where to begin, to finding the best…

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Memory: Crash Course Study Skills #3

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Focus & Concentration: Crash Course Study Skills #5

Sign up for your FREE trial of The Great Courses Plus here: http://ow.ly/PhPe30egcrb Have you ever noticed how easy it is to get distracted while studying – even when you know you really…

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Reading Assignments: Crash Course Study Skills #2

Leaving the bookstore at the beginning of the semester you’re probably wondering how the heck you’re going to get through all of that reading. Today we’re explaining how much of…

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