Reading and Note Taking

Video length 02:04

This short video will introduce you to the 'half and half' method of note making. This handy technique allows you to take down factual information and reflect on it, all on the same page.

Cornell notes are a good way to summarise a topic or day's work. They transfer easily into revision notes too. 

This short guide will introduce you to active reading. Active reading allows you to interact with text in a way that enables you to process the information. 

This guide will give you more detailed information on making effective notes. It includes a range of techniques that you may find useful. 

Video length 05:06

Sometimes it can be overwhelming when you are faced with carrying out research. The number of books, articles and video clips can seem like too much. This guide will give you useful tips to follow when doing your own research. 

When faced with a bigger writing task such as an independent project, dissertation or extended project, it is important to plan what you read. This guide will help you to narrow down your key terms before you start your research. 

Video length: 2:36

These research templates will help you to keep track of your research as you go along. They will help you to use your research to formulate arguments whilst ensuring you are critically analysing the information you find