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Doing your best in exams
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Exam stress
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Doing Your Best in Exams
"What do you really know about the challenges posed by the assessment system in university? For example, how should you revise for exams? What do examiners mean when they use certain words and phrases in exam questions? Are there any practical tips for doing well in multiple-choice question (MCQ) exams? What should you do on exam day, especially if you’re nervous? The purpose of this chapter is to answer these and other relevant questions about doing your best when you’re being assessed."
Moran, A. (2023) Managing Your Own Learning at University. Revised and updated edition. London: University College Dublin Press.
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The student's guide to exam success
"Exams frighten almost everyone. Fear of failure can make students struggle with coursework, revision and exams. Allaying the anxieties that cause people to procrastinate, go blank, or underperform, this book helps you to understand your fears; stop panicking and start enjoying your work; and develop a balanced mental approach to your exams."
Tracy, E. (2006) The student’s guide to exam success. 2nd ed. Maidenhead, Berkshire, England ; Open University Press.
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Exam Success
"Does anxiety stop you doing well in exams? Do you lack confidence or the skills for successful revision? Doing well in exams is one of the biggest challenges students face at University, and is crucial to getting a good degree. This essential guide will equip you with all the tools you need to optimise your performance in exams."
McIlroy, D. (2005) Exam success. 1st ed. London ; SAGE.
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14 Days to Exam Success
Becker, L.M. (2018) 14 days to exam success. Second edition. London: Palgrave.
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Revision techniques
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Creating a revision timetable
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Revision tips
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Memory tips and techniques
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Directing your revision
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Revision
Penn, P. (2020) The psychology of effective studying : how to succeed in your degree. 1st ed. London: Routledge.
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Academic writing in exams
McMillan, K. and Weyers, J.D.B. (2014) How to write for university : academic writing for success. Harlow: Pearson.
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Multiple-choice and short-answer questions
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Priming yourself for exams
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Exam-day strategies
McMillan, K. (2021) The study skills book : your essential guide to university success. Fourth edition. Harlow, England: Pearson Education Limited.
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Revision: Techniques for effective learning

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Exams: Strategies for effective performance

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