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OverviewStudents will always perform better in exams if they have the necessary emotional resources in the run-up to them. This guide offers advice on developing emotional strength in response to the increasingly heavy demands that are made on students in the modern world. The variety of strategies include: developing self-awareness; finding out how to stop procrastinating and worrying about results; learning about the dangers of swotting; developing the necessary confidence to handle reading lists, coursework, presentations and practicals; learning to deal with tutors, lectuters and examiners. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eileen TracyPublisher: Open University Press Imprint: Open University Press Dimensions: Width: 15.40cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.426kg ISBN: 9780335207275ISBN 10: 0335207278 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 01 January 2002 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Awaiting stock ![]() Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Part one: States of mind for success Clear your head Healthy body, healthy mind Part two: Techniques for success Lay solid study foundations Remember, remember Use resources wisely Plan for success Master your exams Appendices Bibliography Index.ReviewsThis is a book which combines essential study skills guidance with counselling on overcoming exam fears!Eileen Tracy!takes a supportive, understanding, and very personal approach to her readers. If you feel nervous, under-confident, or overwhelmed by the prospect of exams, she knows how you feel, and has plenty of remedies on offer. -- www.mantex.co.uk Mantex Info Design website 20031030 An indispensable study aid! Radio 1 20020101 Author InformationEileen Tracy is a study skills counsellor and lecturer who applied and developed study techniques in her own exam preparation at Oxford University. In addition to running her private practice in Central London, where she helps students to resolve learning difficulties and fulfil their academic potential, she has appeared on BBC television as well as contributing regular articles in the national press. She has also provided educational advice and on-line exam support on Freeserve's and the BBC's education website. www.eileentracy.co.uk Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |