An edition of Going to University
(2007)
Going to University
the Secrets of Success
by Kevin B. Bucknall
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Going to University: The Secrets of Success
April 1, 2007, Exposure Publishing
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Table of Contents
List of Figures
Preface
1. University, here I come!
OK! How can I do well and also enjoy myself?
Why do I want to go to university anyway?
What’s in it for me?
Time to join the grown-ups
Freedom means choices!
Deciding the essentials: housing, transport, food and finance
Everyone should make the most of Fresher Week
Don’t waste your first-year but do have fun
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
2. Now I’m here, what am I supposed
to do?
The low-down on higher learning
Why am I here? Many philosophers have asked this
There’ll be some changes made
And you think that you’ve got problems?
Adjusting – the change of life
Whether you’re young or old strengthen that motivation!
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
3. Learning well now means earning more later
How do I start?
Getting to grips with the set textbook
I tell you, there’s something out there: or how to find what you need to know
Extracting information from journals
Bet you can improve your reading!
A study buddy or study group is the magic secret!
Tips to make your learning easier
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
4. Teaching, hear me talking to ya!
Lectures – the course starts here
Tutorials and seminars: a great learning experience
No sweat in the workshops and labs
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
5. Information, information: how to organise and use it
Where the heck is it -1? Filing your notes for easy access
Where the heck is it -2? Finding stuff on
your computer
I’ve really got to start that assignment
I’ve got lots of information – now what?
Deciding what you think: suddenly it gets tricky!
Avoiding plagiarism: do you copy, good buddy?
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
6. Orals are worth more than the paper they’re written on
Doing a dry run
Coping with nerves – it’s cool to hang loose
Showtime! Delivering that paperLearning to speak body language
Questions, questions
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
7. Write on baby! Way to go!
Essay tips – a list of things to avoid
Essay tips – watch for these when writing essays
Tried the above and I still have problems writing
You too can be stylish
A late assignment is an unhappy assignment
If the worst happens and you fail an assignment
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
8. They’re going to examine me, but I feel fine
Getting ready for the exam
I hate exams but I’ve got to do them
Putting you to the test: other exam formats
Cheating may look enticing but is a poor idea
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
9. Developing team skills – the passport to a better job
We’re off! Starting the project
Stage one: brainstorming the project
Stage two: working in small groups
Stage three: putting it together and assembling the overall group report
Stage four: examining the draft report
So what could go wrong with group projects?
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
10. Role-playing and drama queens – presentation matters
Life, the universe and everything: developing more skills that will stand you in good stead
Dealing with essentials: the buck starts here
Let the talking begin
Yes, they’re all looking at you!
Visual aids – always give them something to look at
Using props
More role-playing tips
That important question time in role-playing sessions
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
11. End of part one: the homecoming
The end of your first term
Towards the end of your first-year
Case studies
Discussion points
Summary
Appendix A. Some useful Internet URLs
Appendix B. There are many good free computer programs
Index
Edition Notes
The Physical Object
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| December 4, 2022 | Edited by ImportBot | import existing book |
| November 8, 2010 | Edited by Kevin Bucknall | Several chapters expanded and information was updated |
| April 28, 2010 | Edited by Open Library Bot | Linked existing covers to the work. |
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