Study skills
How to make notes and read effectively
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Tue 28 February 2023
10:00 - 11:00 - Location
- 2D09, Glenside Campus Library, Further info
- Contact
- UWE Bristol Library askalibrarian@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
This introductory workshop presents useful tips for selecting what to read and creating effective notes.
There is also a How to make notes and read effectively online workbook with similar activities and content to the live workshop.
Workshop objectives
To feel more confident about:
- selecting what to read
- making effective notes while reading
- taking effective notes from lectures.
How to attend
This is an on-campus workshop.
If you are interested in attending this on-campus event, please register via InfoHub (login required).
Session materials are on the Study Skills Blackboard course.
If you have any questions or any accessibility needs, please contact UWE Bristol Library.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
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