12 Steps to study success by Lashley, Conrad
Barcode # 033879
This book teaches students to use their time and effort most effectively, by developing a range of essentially simple techniques, which fit with their own natural learning style. Topics covered include: organizing time; taking notes; reading; gathering information; doing presentations; and writing essays, reports and dissertations. The 12 easy-to-follow steps take the student through a gentle learning process that hones and polishes their skills.

50 ways to prevent and manage stress by Rosenthal, M.Sara
Barcode # 034007

An A-Z of exam survival : how to approach exams with confidence by Di Clemente, Mario
Barcode # 033875
Exams are perhaps the worst moment of every student's life and the pressure that each student is under to achieve a good result is immense. This book will take some of the pain out of the process by providing students with the right tools to cope with the stress and deal with the work. Written in an informal and approachable style, this guide will provide GCSE and A-level students with all the information that they need in order to excel in their exams. It provides advice on: Planning a revision timetable; Efficient note taking and filing systems; The specific skills required for the revision of arts, maths and science subjects; Memory aids including spider diagrams, Mind Maps and mnemonics; Managing stress; Last minute revision tips and advice on coping in the exam itself; Top advice on succeeding with coursework.

Calm For Life by Wilson, Paul
Barcode # 033878
Paul Wilson concentrates on long-term remedies for eliminating stress, tension and negativity by giving simple directives on how to spread calm thoughout the whole of life, and achieve serenity.

Critical thinking for students : learn the skills of critical assessment and effective argument by van den Brink-Budgen, Roy
Barcode # 032534
Revised and updated for the third edition, this practical guide covers critical thinking skills for students, including: how to develop good arguments, how to evaluate other people's arguments, and how to deal with assumptions and the use of evidence.

How to pass exams every time by Evans, Mike
Barcode # 032555
Reading this books will really make a huge difference to exam performance, whatver exams you're taking-professional or academic, Master's level or GCSE and A level, essay or multiple choice.

How To Study : practical Tips For University Students by Race, Phil
Barcode # 033877
'Essential Tips for Students' is the ideal companion for all students at college or university. It contains around 1,000 practical tips, taking students from their first lectures through to their final exams and beyond. The book covers a wide range of concerns including:- Getting through assessments - how to write essays, give presentations, prepare for and sit exams. Handling the ups and downs of being a student - how to manage disappointments and get out of trouble. Getting a job - how to create a CV, write job applications and succeed at interview. All the tips are written in a jargon-free, friendly style and are illustrated with humorous cartoons. Essential Tips for Students helps students to use their study time wisely, productively and efficiently, so that they still have time to enjoy the rest of student life.

Managing stress by Looker, Terry
Barcode # 033876

Managing Stress by Brewer, Kristine C.
Barcode # 033870
The stress we experience today is more intense and unrelenting than ever before. Although working in stressful situations can be stimulating and motivating, if you can't control it the result can be deteriorating health, lack of productivity and depression. The understanding of how and why you react to stress can help you to master it. The author believes the reader will be able to channel energy in to greater efficiency, without succumbing to the dangers. Topics included are: how to identify the sources of stress; use exercise and diet to achieve better health; how to balance your work and your family; how to assess short- and long-term priorities; to break the "Stress Cycle"; and how to use effective relaxation techniques.

Managing Stress: The Stress Survival Guide for Today by Markham, Ursula
Barcode # 033903
Dreading that important meeting? Too tired to sleep? Lacking motivation? Feeling overwhelmed and no longer able to cope? You're suffering from stress. Too much stress can be harmful, causing physical and mental ill health. Yet a certain amount of stress is also necessary, keeping you alert and enabling you to 'think on your feet'. So how much is too much? How can you maintain the right balance when you feel under pressure in this hectic modern world? Ursula Markham's positive and practical book will teach you how to control the stress in your life, and gain self-confidence. Filled with useful charts, exercises and examples, it will help you to: recognize the symptoms of stress overload; assess your stress factor; relieve tension through lifestyle changes, diet, physical and mental relaxation techniques; and utilize the positive power of stress.

Passing exams by Hamilton, Dawn
Barcode # 033904
There is much more to exam success than just knowing the course material. Students need to know how to revise correctly, how to manage their time during the exam itself, and how to deal with the inevitable nerves and stress.The book is packed full of techniques that should help students to: understand what examiners are really looking for; use their revision time more effectively; improve their memory; make the most of their allotted time in an exam; write better essays; learn how to eliminate exam stress; and improve diet and lifestyle to boost energy levels.

Power up your mind : learn faster, work smarter by Lucas, Bill
Barcode # 032544
Much work-based training is a waste of time because the majority of people are neither emotionally ready to learn nor inclined to apply their learning to the way they behave. This book offers a new model of learning - READY, GO, STEADY - which could revolutionize the way one learns and performs.

Presentation skills for Students by Van Emden, Joan
Barcode # 034006

Skills for Success: the personal development planning handbook by Cottrell, Stella
Barcode # 033899
This text seeks to enable students to think creatively and constructively about personal, academic and career goals. Individuals are encouraged to identify what success really means to them and to plan an effective path towards achieving their aims. The book is rich in structured, reflective and practical activities that develop essential skills and qualities. There are also materials for recording achievement and preparing for job applications. Students and lecturers delivering personal development planning in higher education should find this a useful guide.

Stress Busting by Papworth, Michael
Barcode # 033881

The student skills guide by Drew, Sue
Barcode # 033872
This guide, in its second edition, outlines key skills for students with new sections on reflecting on your experience, critical analysis, learning styles and successful participation in seminars and meetings.

The student's guide to exam success by Tracy, Eileen
Barcode # 033871

Study skills for speakers of English as second language by Lewis, Marilyn
Barcode # 033873
Starting at any university is a major step in life. Students who speak English as a second language and who are studying in a new country are taking an even bigger step. How do we choose our subjects? Can we go and talk with the lecturers? What about making friends? In this book students will find practical answers to these and other frequently asked questions. The text is written in straightforward English.

The Study Skills Handbook by Cottrell, Stella
Barcode # 18952
This practical guide aims to help students maximize their potential during their time at university. From preparing students for what to expect from higher education, encouraging them to think about the skills they already have, providing resources to help them evaluate and manage their own learning and develop good study habits, to helping them understand how learning, intelligence and memory work, the book contains sensible suggestions, self-check tables and lots of illustrations. "The Study Skills Handbook" is a useful companion for any student. The second edition includes two new chapters, one on projects, dissertations, reports and case studies, and one on planning your next move. Other chapters have additional material. For example, there are new sections on independent learning, e-learning, designing your own assignment titles, and writing in analytical rather than descriptive writing styles.

The Ultimate Stress Buster : A Seven-step plan for calm and relaxation by Brewer, Sarah
Barcode # 033882
Recognise the signs and identify the causes of stress, Develop your self-esteem,plan a nutritious stress-busting diet, blow off steam and take exercise, explore alternative therapies, organise yor life more efficiently, learn to relax.

Write great essays by Levin, Peter
Barcode # 033906

Writing at university by Creme, Phyllis
Barcode # 033905
This writing guide provides a deeper understanding of what writing at university is all about, with useful methods and approaches to give the reader more control over his/her academic writing. It explores both traditional essay and other kinds of writing and the reader is encouraged to build upon existing abilities as a writer through applying practical tasks to his/her work.