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Skills for OU Study

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This is a list of OU booklets that cover aspects of study skills.

Booklet	Table of contents	Printed copy
Using a computer to support your study (PDF, 722KB)	Introduction Using a computer to study Access to a computer Choosing a computer The internet – going online Getting ready
Preparing Assignments (PDF, 418KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Types of assignment The stages of planning an assignment Understanding the question Introductions and conclusions Writing paragraphs Paraphrasing, quoting and referencing Choosing a writing style Improving your written English	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Revising for Examinations (PDF, 672KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Overview Managing exam stress How to revise How to take written exams How to prepare for oral exams In conclusion	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Studying with the OU: UK Learning Approach (PDF, 529KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Who this booklet is for Language and culture Cultures at the OU Your tutor You as a learner In conclusion	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Develop Effective Study Strategies (PDF, 1.8 MB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Why think about your learning? Active learning Learning skills Being reflective Managing your time and space In conclusion	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Reading and Taking Notes (PDF, 1.1 MB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Overview Reading and listening Why take notes? These skills will take you forward	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Thinking Critically (PDF, 554KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Critical thinking and why it is important Reading with a critical eye Writing with a critical voice Critical thinking and working with others Summary: thinking for yourself	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Communicating and Presenting (PDF, 493KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Introduction Communication skills Presentation skills Planning a presentation Giving a presentation In conclusion	Purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Studying with dyslexia (PDF, 559KB) OU students sign in to download this booklet as a PDF.	Introduction What is dyslexia? Learning at the OU Organisation and time management Reading Taking notes Assignment writing Revision and exams In conclusion	Enquirers can purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Studying and staying mentally healthy (PDF, 641KB)	Introduction Studying and mental health Studying and the OU Organisation and time management Reading and taking notes Working with others Writing assignments Revision and examinations What if I become too ill to study? In conclusion	Enquirers can purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Studying with little or no sight (PDF, 596KB) Studying with little or no sight (DOC, 299KB, 41 pages)	Introduction What does the OU mean by 'little or no sight'? OU study methods Supporting your learning Visual and non-visual approaches to study Using computers Accessing printed material Taking notes Being organised Writing assignments Revision and exams Appendixes	Enquirers can purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.
Studying when you are D/deaf (PDF, 535KB)	Introduction Studying and the OU How the OU can help you Choosing your course Communicating and working with other people Reading, taking notes and writing assignments Revision, examinations and ECAs In conclusion Glossary	Enquirers can purchase the booklet from OU WorldWide at http://www.ouw.co.uk/.

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