Further Reading and Templates

Active Reading: Reading Effectively 

Click for information and guidance on how to read quickly and effectively. 

Learning How to Learn at University

There are two types of opportunities that universities provide when it comes to learning – deductive and inductive. Click to learn more about each. 

Note-Taking in Lectures 

Complete the table to assess how effective your note-taking is, before reading on to discover how to become better at note-taking in lectures and seminars. 

Reading for Assessment  

Click to learn more about common mistakes students make when reading for an assignment, as well as the importance of good-quality research. 

The Use of Cases 

Click to learn more about the ways in which case studies are used in teaching, and how your lecturer might expect you to apprach them. 

What Impacts on the Way You Learn? 

There are a number of factors which can affect the ways you learn, and being aware of these can enable you to maintain a deep approach throughout your studies. Click for an overview of these factors.