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Introduction
Introduction
You may be continuing your study straight from college or university, or you may be returning to study after a few years break- either way studying whilst working full-time can be challenging.
On this page, we have gathered a range of resources that will support you through each step of the process;
Getting back into learning
Planning your study and study techniques
Exam techniques and revision
Academic and Reflective writing
Coping Strategies
Everyone is different and there are tips and techniques to suit all learning preferences and in a range of mediums to allow you the choice of watching; reading or doing. We hope you find them helpful!
Getting back into learning
Getting back into learning
Returning to learning after a few years break can be daunting. Study methods keep adapting and changing so there may be some new techniques you may not have used previously. Studying whilst working can also be a juggling act, so in this section, you will find a range of useful tips and tools to get you back into study. There are some great articles sharing some top study tips and videos explaining how to maintain focus, and avoid procrastination; and some learning style questionnaires to help you to understand your learning references- they may have changed...
Successful Study and Exam Prep
Successful Study and Exam Prep
Sign up for a live online Skills Session. Our 2-hour online sessions, encourage active participation allowing you to exchange ideas with tutors and fellow apprentices.
By participating, you will:
Gain valuable techniques and tips for effective study planning and scheduling.
Explore a variety of study tools and techniques, including spaced practice (distributed), interleaving, retrieval practice, elaboration, concrete examples, and dual coding.
Prepare yourself for both objective tests and case study exams.
Learn strategies to cope with cramming and overcome exam anxiety.
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Taking Notes
Taking Notes
The first step in honing your new study skills is to take better notes.
Focus & Concentration
Focus & Concentration
Have you ever noticed how easy it is to get distracted while studying –
Procrastination
Procrastination
Some top tips to help you to overcome and avoid procrastination
Episode Description
Episode Description
In this episode of our host, Stuart Pedley Smith, Head of Learning at Kaplan, discusses Neurodiversity and study tips for anyone with additional learning needs.
We have two guests for this episode, Kirsty Gibson and Abigail Nolan. At the time of recording the podcast, Abigail and Kirsty both worked within Kaplan’s Quality Development and Improvement Team, with expertise in inclusion and diversity. They are both hugely passionate about neurodiversity and share their knowledge and tips.
Planning your study and study techniques
Planning your study and study techniques
Starting your study with a good plan is the first step to success. Here you will find a range of resources to help you develop a good study plan, that works for you. There is a range of different techniques and tools to explore; some tips to help you adjust to studying whilst working; and some Kaplan articles that explore the science of learning and how our brains work.
How a student changed her study habits by setting goals and managing time
How a student changed her study habits by setting goals and managing time
Make a good study plan
Make a good study plan
Study Technique Tier List | What's The BEST Study Method?
Study Technique Tier List | What's The BEST Study Method?
If you are studying at home, try these tips to stay focused and productive, as well as maintain a healthy work balance.
Exam techniques and revision
Exam techniques and revision
Taking exams can be stressful, below you will find a range of resources to help you to refine your revision; master multiple-choice questions; understand a little better how your brain works; and we will share some tips on how to avoid overloading your brain.
How to Study for Exams - Spaced Repetition | Evidence-based revision tips
How to Study for Exams - Spaced Repetition | Evidence-based revision tips
This video is all about spaced repetition and how to apply it to your own study routine. We talk about some of the evidence behind it, and I share my own tips for how to build your spaced repetition spreadsheet.
How to study for exams - Evidence-based revision tips
How to study for exams - Evidence-based revision tips
This video explains how to study for exams with scientifically-proven techniques. We start by talking about why rereading, highlighting and summarising are pretty inefficient, and then talk about the evidence behind Active Recall as the most efficient revision technique. We end with a few suggestions as to how to incorporate Active Recall into your study routine
5 Rules (and One Secret Weapon) for Acing Multiple-Choice Tests
5 Rules (and One Secret Weapon) for Acing Multiple-Choice Tests
A,B,C,D... which answer is most common on multiple-choice questions? Is the old advice to "go with C when in doubt" actually true? In this video, I'll reveal the answer. Additionally, we'll go over five useful strategies you can use to improve your performance on these types of questions
Academic Writing
Academic Writing
Here you will find a range of materials that will help you to organise your approach to planning and structuring assignments; develop your skill of critical analysis; videos and articles to help you gain a better understanding of Harvard referencing. There is also a free short course through Open University to help develop academic practice and some useful tools including a Harvard referencing generator to support you.
Here you will find a range of materials that will help you to organise your approach to planning and structuring assignments; develop your skill of critical analysis; videos and articles to help you gain a better understanding of Harvard referencing. There is also a free short course through Open University to help develop academic practice and some useful tools including a Harvard referencing generator to support you.
Academic Style
Academic Style
This video gives information on academic writing style in English, with a list of 10 style 'rules'.
What is Academic Writing?
What is Academic Writing?
Academic writing is writing which communicates ideas, information and research to the wider academic community.
Reflective writing
Reflective writing
This video outlines the elements needed in a reflective paper and an approach to refining your reflective writing piece.
What is critical analysis?
What is critical analysis?
In this short video you will consider how to improve your critical analysis skills.
A guide to Harvard Referencing
A guide to Harvard Referencing
Jonny, a student at the University of Derby, explains Harvard Referencing.
Here is a short video that explains how to redact sensitive information in reflective writing
Click here to access a helpful guide to avoiding plagiarism
Coping Strategies
Coping Strategies
It is inevitable that from time to time we will all find ourselves stretched by the balancing act between work, studying and home. Being under pressure is not necessarily a bad thing as this is often when we produce our best work and it teaches us resilience skills.
Being outside our coping zone can feel uncomfortable and it is important to take action if this is not a temporary response to a critical incident.
Whilst we all have our own ideas of what works for us featured below are some ideas of strategies that can be genuinely useful in helping us to cope.
It is OK to talk about feelings
It is OK to talk about feelings
It is healthy to share, so make sure if you feel troubled or concerned that you find someone you trust to talk these through. If you would prefer not to do this with a friend or family member, there are national helplines who offer a listening service.
Keep moving
Keep moving
Regular exercise is known to boost concentration, aid sleep and increase self-esteem. You don’t have to lift weights at the gym; a quick walk around the park is enough to raise energy levels.
Turn off your phone.
Turn off your phone.
These days we all have mobile phones next to us 24/7 and the temptation to grab the phone at every notification can be overwhelming. Instead, check your settings and turn off notifications for your news apps.
Make sure you make time for activities you enjoy
Make sure you make time for activities you enjoy
When we feel pressured, our hobbies and interests are often the first activities to be abandoned. Make sure you build time into your schedule for things you enjoy. If it helps, make an appointment in your diary to do them, so that you ring-fence the time.
If you need to, ask for help
If you need to, ask for help
It is a real sign of strength to be able to ask for support or guidance from your tutor or line manager and is definitely not something we should be ashamed or hesitant to do.
Make sure you take proper breaks.
Make sure you take proper breaks.
Limit the hours you work and create time away from business activities so that you can relax and catch up with family and friends. Taking a step away from work is not only healthy but we can often see things more clearly after a break.
Eat well, Sleep well
Eat well, Sleep well
It is easy to forget to have a well-balanced meal when we are stressed or anxious - but cooking can help detract from negative thoughts and ensure that you eat properly and that your body is properly nourished. If you drink alcohol, take care with your consumption. Over-drinking is not a good way to manage difficult feelings and an excess of alcohol makes us feel worse. To help you sleep well, wind down before bedtime by turning the television and computer off. Some people find a warm bath and a gentle read is enough to make them sleepy.
Remember to laugh.
Remember to laugh.
Laughter is good medicine is known to increase the immune system and reduce stress hormones.
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