Introduction to Scholarship: Building Academic Skills for Tertiary Study 2e Author: C Siewierski Communication and Media Introduction to Scholarship: Building Academic Skills for Tertiary Study 2e offers a practical approach to developing the basic academic...
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Introduction to Scholarship: Building Academic Skills for Tertiary Study 2e Author: C Siewierski Communication and Media Introduction to Scholarship: Building Academic Skills for Tertiary Study 2e offers a practical approach to developing the basic academic and critical-thinking skills required to succeed in the tertiary environment. It focuses on a broad range of cognitive skills for the foundation of university preparation. The textbook assumes a generic, relatable and practical ‘coached’ approach to the theory and practice of academic skills and thinking. Each chapter begins with a relevant and familiar educational/life scenario that South African students will be able to relate to, after which each short section features basic theory and then practice opportunities. A variety of reading, writing and language-based developmental activities improve students’ language skills and familiarity with academic English. The tone is humorous and collegial, which will encourage students to be
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