CAPOD Study skills booklets
The printable PDF booklets below were prepared by June Knowles and provide support for many aspects of study. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view or print these booklets (this is already installed on University computers).
If you need assistance with any study area please do not hesitate to book an appointment via learning@st-andrews.ac.uk
- Devising a revision schedule (PDF, 31 KB) Outlines reasons for preparing a revision schedule, and how to go about it effectively.
- Preparation for exams (PDF, 43 KB) Tips on how to perform well during exams.
- Reading for Purpose (PDF, 33 KB) Tips on how to read in a way that will increase your learning and recall of the material studied.
- Taking notes from written material (PDF, 75 KB) How to take notes in a way that will help you remember the material you are studying.
- Taking notes in a lecture (PDF, 70 KB) Tips on what to do before, during and after lectures to improve your note-taking skills and get more out of your lectures.
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