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English Language & Literature: Learning & Study Skills

Introduction

Here is a selection of books which cover topics such as studying, academic writing, critical thinking, taking lecture notes, managing your time and more.

Study methods

How to study

How to manage your time

Useful shelfmark numbers

Topic Shelfmark number Where in the library?
Research methods 001.42 Ground floor
Research methods in the social sciences 300.72 First floor
Research methods in education 370.72 Ground floor
General study skills 378 Ground floor
Academic writing / how to write a dissertation 808.042 First floor
Referencing styles 808.027 First floor

Reading and Writing

How to think critically

Studying with dyslexia

Looking after your wellbeing

Resources for doing research

Research Methods Database

Sage Research Methods

Sage Research Methods supports beginning and advanced researchers in every step of a research project, from writing a research question, choosing a method, gathering and analyzing data, to writing up and publishing the findings.

CONTENT
Access to books, articles, instructional videos and podcasts covering different types of research methods.

TOOLS

  • The Project Planner provides step-by-step guidance for completing your research project
  • The Methods Map is a visualization tool that demonstrates how methods are related and connects users to relevant content
  • Which Stats Test can help you to choose which statistical method is best for your data by answering a series of multiple-choice questions

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