Literature review: the process
You may have to write a literature review as part of a research project or as a standalone assignment. There is a lot involved in writing a literature review. So here are some general tips …
Category: Assignments
Reading and researching for assignments: managing the sources
The reading and research effort involved in an assignment can be significant. And there is nothing more frustrating than when it comes to writing the assignment, knowing you have read something useful but cannot …
Using feedback to improve future performance
Learning is a process of communication, and feedback is essential to this. It helps you identify strengths/weaknesses in your work and focus on problem areas. But it is not always obvious what your feedback is …
University reading: making it efficient
Reading is an essential part of university study. But when you look through the reading lists for your courses, they can seem daunting. You might be asking yourself how you …
Reading and researching for assignments: before you begin
The reading and research involved in writing an assignment can be an overwhelming task. You may put off starting it because you are not sure where to start. Or you may feel the …
Thinking critically about your reading
Reading at university is a demanding task. It can often seem difficult to question the work of academics, given that they are experts in their fields. But this is something you have to do …
