100 Activities for Teaching Study Skills

100 Activities for Teaching Study Skills is a practical,user-friendly guide for teachers and support staff that provides innovative and imaginative ways to motivate and engage students in developing their study skills. It includes activities for study preparation and time management, reading, writing, listening, independent study, group work, dissertations, reports, and projects, as well as critical and creative thinking, revision, examinations, and tests.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2018
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

100 Activities for Teaching Study Skills is a comprehensive resource for study skills tutors, teachers, and support staff. This practical and user-friendly guide is designed to enhance your existing study skills materials and offer innovative and imaginative approaches to motivate and engage your students. The activities encompass various aspects of study skills, including:

Study Preparation and Time Management:

Develop effective strategies for preparing for exams, assignments, and projects.

Learn time management techniques to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively.

Reading, Writing, and Listening:

Enhance reading comprehension and critical analysis skills.

Improve writing proficiency through practice and feedback.

Develop listening skills for effective communication and note-taking.

Independent Study and Group Work:

Encourage independent learning and self-motivation.

Facilitate group discussions and collaborative learning experiences.

Dissertations, Reports, and Projects:

Guide students through the process of researching, writing, and presenting dissertations, reports, and projects.

Provide guidance on academic writing conventions and plagiarism prevention.

Critical and Creative Thinking:

Promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Encourage creative thinking and innovation in academic and personal endeavors.

Revision, Examinations, and Tests:

Prepare students for exams and assessments through practice and revision techniques.

Offer guidance on exam preparation strategies and stress management.

Each activity in this resource includes clear guidance on the purpose, level, and type of activity, along with a range of discussion notes that highlight key issues and research insights. Students are encouraged to reflect on and develop their study skills, connecting them to subject content and the learning process. This fosters motivation, enhances learning, and increases the chances of success for students. By incorporating these activities into your teaching practice, you can provide your students with the tools and skills they need to excel in their academic endeavors.

Weight: 992g
Dimension: 293 x 206 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526441317