Study skills
Studying can be daunting. These free courses will refresh your study skills and prepare you for success.
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Society, Politics & Law
Developing reading skills in relation to the Social Sciences
Have you ever wondered what skills are needed to get the most out of reading Social Science materials? This free course, Developing reading skills in relation to the Social Sciences, looks at how reading skills are developed and provides three questions that should be kept in mind when working through Social Science texts and extracts.
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Note taking in relation to the Social Sciences
Do you find it difficult to know what is important when taking notes? This free course, Note taking in relation to the Social Sciences, will enable you to decide the value of taking notes and improve your understanding of the methods that can be used.
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