Week A
Study skills

See below examples of resources helping improve general study skills, time management and organisation.

A comprehensive list is available for Highdown Sixth Form students on Teams Class Notebook. 

Books
Eat That Frog B. Tracy
The Good Study Guide A. Northedge
Max Your Memory M. Pascale
Skills for Success S. Cottrell
The Talent Code D. Coyle
Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention J. Henri

 

 

 

Websites
CollegeInfoGeek Thomas Frank and his team have built this website from the ground up to help you learn effectively, spend less time studying, and become more productive. It’s full of very useful advise and highly recommended.
The Learning Scientists Six strategies for effective learning.

Mantex

Reading, note taking and anything related.

Note-taking systems Most widely used note-taking systems explained in detail.
University of Bristol’s Guide to Referencing Academic Work Different systems of referencing explained.
SQ3R Reading Technique Video tutorial.
Flash Card Machine A free service for creating web-based study flashcards that can be shared with others.
Quizlet Flashcards, tests, and study games make it fun to learn anything.
Tutor2u Partners with teachers & schools to help students maximise their performance in important exams & fulfil their potential.
Revision World Revision World is part of a group of revision websites, offering you thousands of free GCSE and A Level revision resources and study help advice. Use Revision World to create your own free study planner or revision timetable.