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., M & Connolly, C. (2010) The Ultimate Study Skills Guide, Maidenhead: Open.
Useful resources for Students: Available on-line or in the College library
Assignments/Referencing: Creme, P. &* Lea, M. (2003) Writing at University (2nd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press Fairbairn, G.J. & Fairbairn, S.A. (2001) Reading at University, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Fairbairn, G.J. & Winch, C. (1996) Reading, Writing & Reasoning: A Guide for Students (2nd edition), London: Open University Press. The Internet Detective http://www.vts.intute.ac.uk/detective This is a free internet tutorial designed to help develop internet research skills and takes about one hour to complete. King, G. (2003) The Collins Good Writing Guide, Glasgow: Harper Collins. Levin, P. (2009) Write Great Essays, (2nd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press. Mohr, R. (1998) How to Write: Tools for the Craft, Dublin: UCD Press. Moore, S., Neville, C., M & Connolly, C. (2010) The Ultimate Study Skills Guide, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Neville, C. (2007) The Complete Guide to Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Murray, N. & Hughes, G. (2008) Writing Up Your University Assignments and Research Projects, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Pears, A. & Shields, G. (2008) Cite them Right: the Essential Guide to Referencing & Plagiarism, Newcastle: Pear Tree Books.
Study Skills/Exams: Chambers, E. & Northedge, A. (1997) The Arts Good Study Guide, Milton Keynes: Open University Press. Cottrell, S. (2008) The Study Skills Handbook (3rd edition), Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillan. Marshall, L. & Rowland, F. (1998) A Guide to Learning Independently (3rd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press. Moran, A. (1997) Managing Your Own Learning at University, Dublin: UCD Press.
Race, P. (2007) How to Get a Good Degree (2nd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press. Powell, S. (1999) Returning to Study, Buckingham: Open University Press. Talbot, C. (2003) Studying at a Distance, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Tracey, E. (2006) The Student’s Guide to Exam Success (2nd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Students with Dyslexia: Hargreaves, S. (2007) Study Skills for Dyslexic Students, London: Sage. Miles, T.R., Gilroy, D. & Du Pree E.A. (2007) Dyslexia at College (3rd edition), London: Routledge. Moody, S. (2007) Dyslexia: Surviving and Succeeding at College, London: Routledge. Moore, S., Neville, C., Murphy, M. & Connolly, C. (2010) The Ultimate Study Skills Guide, Maidenhead: Open University Press. Study Skills for Students with Dyslexia – University of Sheffield.
Grammar: BCS.befordsmartins.com/smhandbook/defaultasp Burt, A. (2009) Quick Solutions to Common Errors in English (4th edition), Oxford: How To Books Ltd Chompchomp.com Owl.english.purdue.edu Truss, L. (2003) Eats, Shoots and Leaves, London: Profile Books. Sinclair, C. (2007) Grammar: A Friendly Approach, Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Plagiarism: Neville, C. (2010) The Complete Guide to Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism, (2nd edition), Maidenhead: Open University Press. Pears, A & Shields, G. (2008) Cite them Right: the Essential Guide to Referencing and Plagiarism, Newcastle: Pear Tree Books.
Learning Preferences: Flemming, N.D. (2010) The VARK Questionnaire [Internet] http://ww.varklearn.com/english/page.asp?p=questionnaire
Computer Skills: Alderidge, E. (2008) How to be a Silver Surfer: A Beginner’s Guide to the Internet, (2nd edition), London: Age Concern Books BBC ‘Absolute Beginners’ Guide to Using a Computer’ www.bbc.co.uk/webwise/abbeg/abbegsound.shtml BBC Computer Tutor www.bbc.co.uk/computertutor An on-line guide for people who need to improve their computer skills – using a keyboard, mouse, computer screen and so on. Manning, L. (2006) Computing for Beginners: The Basics Explained in Plain English, UK: Authorhouse
