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Studying is one of the most challenging activities and one of the most satisfying. If one takes the wrong approach, however, it can be frustrating and disappointing and geography in particular calls on a wide range of skills, from oral presentations to IT fluency, from working in teams to datahandling. "Study Skills for Geographers" is an essential reference for beginning geography undergraduates who want a clear and easily-accessible guide to research and study in geography. The book outlines the basic skills required for the most efficient use of the student's time.
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There are moments in nearly everyone's degree when one has to do something - lead a seminar, go on a fieldtrip, cite references, think through arguments - but how to do it or what to expect is unclear. Studying at university requires a slightly different approach to studying at school and if you are uncertain about what is required, this is the book for you. Packed with practical hints, study tips, short cuts and examples, this book is designed to help you throughout your degree.Designed for all geography students, this guide delves into coping with conflicting time commitments, constructing essays, presentations with posters and in class, managing different styles of assessment, dissertations, tutorial activities, discussion and debate, and much, much more. Sound advice is mixed with crosswords, games and reassurance. Study Skills for Geography Students is a hands-on manual designed to help you make the most of your degree course and to enjoy it.
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