Study skills
How to read effectively
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Wed 13 November 2024
11:00 - 12:00 - Location
- 4D24, Frenchay Campus Library, Further info
- Contact
- UWE Bristol Library Contact the library
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
This introductory workshop provides advice for selecting what to read, tips to ensure you are reading effectively, and an opportunity to practise a technique for active reading.
The session materials are on the Study Skills site. Please click on the workshop title in the list.
There is also a How to make notes and read effectively online workbook with similar activities and content to the live workshop.
Learning objectives
By the end of this session, you will feel more confident about:
- Selecting what to read.
- Recognising methods for reading effectively.
- Applying techniques for active reading.
How to attend
If you are interested in attending this on-campus event, please register via InfoHub.
The session materials are on the Study Skills site. Please click on the workshop title in the list.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
Accessibility
Venue information:
- Accessible parking: Yes
- Step-free access: Yes
- Automatic doors: Yes
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
- Quiet spaces available: Yes
For full details check out our Library accessibility guide or contact us for specific queries.
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