Cover -- Title page -- Contents -- Introduction: how this book can help you -- Part I: Background -- 1 Communication in context -- 2 All about universities -- 3 Learning at university level -- Part II: The Basics -- 4 Critical thinking -- 5 Dealing with ideas: argument -- 6 Dealing with ideas: exposition -- Part III: Learning Strategies -- 7 Effective reading -- 8 In and out of class -- Part IV: Assignments -- 9 Academic genres -- 10 Planning an assignment -- 11 Research: finding resources -- 12 Research: using resources -- 13 Writing well: the basics -- 14 Improving your written style -- 15 Effective oral presentations -- Part V: Beyond University -- 16 Taking it with you -- Appendixes -- Endnotes -- Recommended books -- Index
Summary
A handbook for university study skills. Get good marks for your essays and assignments! Learn to think and write clearly! Find the information you need easily! Do you want to make the most of your time at university? 'Beginning University' shows you how t
