Authors: Yvonne Wood and Erika Ayling

Number of Pages: 136

Publication Date: 2008

ISBN13: 9780955901102

Cover: Paperback

Whether you are returning to study after a break or are advancing into further education, this guide offers a wide variety of techniques to assist you throughout your course.

It embraces all learning styles and study methods; techniques are discussed to improve your memory and enhance class work and independant study.

Preparation for study is explained in detail so that you can achieve maximum benefit from each session. The advantages of both group and self-study are discussed.

Revision timetables are included, and exam techniques explained, in order to minimise the stress and anxiety associated with exam time. This guide can be used in conjunction with your course book, offering advice on all aspects of your study and revision.

This textbook has not been aligned with any specific syllabus or awarding body as good study skills and revision techniques are generic and universally applicable, regardless of syllabus or assessment method.

Contents

Section 1 - Preparing to study

• How the brain stores memories
• Improving your memory
• Preparation for study
• Physical requirements for successful study

Section 2 - Study Techniques

• Study methods to suit learning styles
• Defining important elements of each body system
• Structures of the individual systems
• Functions and processes
• Techniques and tips for remembering key points
• Constant reviewing of information

Section 3 - Revision Planning

• The value of study buddies and study groups
• Realistic targets
• When and how to prepare for the exam

Section 4 - Exam Preparation

• Techniques for taking exams
• Timing and preparation
• Preparation for the day
• Post-mortem
• Self-evaluation
• What next?
• Celebration

Section 5 - Worksheets and reference material

• Glossary
• Answer key for exercises
• Anatomical illustrations for individual body systems
• Wordsearches for individual body systems
• Skin quiz
• Mix & match exercises
• Multiple choice questions