Finding and evaluating material
Active reading
Scanning and skimming
What good readers do
Five steps to better reading
Reading critically
Notes
Taking notes and reading to learn
Don't think that studying with the OU means studying alone. You'll have regular contact with your tutor and many opportunities to work with other students - your course website or printed course guide will tell you more.
Self help study groups
Giving presentations
Assignments and exams
Writing in your own words (PDF, 108KB)
