Learning Resources

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Learning Resources

In this area find guidance and advice as a student in an educational setting. There are useful practical tips and support to help you fulfil your potential with education.

 

Note Taking

In this video, Michelle provides advice on how to take effective notes. Active listening and keeping an organised approach is very important for clear note taking.

Mind Maps

In this next video, Aoife talks about using mind maps at college – why we use them, when we use them and how to use them.

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The following are links to mind mapping apps you may wish to try.

Coggle

Mindmeister

These videos go into more detail on how to mind map effectively.

How to make a mind map – the basics

The ultimate mind map tutorial

Study Techniques

In this video you will learn about techniques for breaking up your study time into effective chunks. This can help with focus and making the most of your study time.

Writing an Essay

In this video learn about effective ways to write a successful essay. Get guidance about planning an essay, the introduction, writing an argument and forming the conclusion. You will also learn about editing, citing, grammar and spelling.

Top 10 Tips for Exams

Exams can be a stressful time. In this video we share useful tips on how to successfully make the most out of your exams. Find useful advice and guidance for dyslexic students in exams.

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