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Study and communication skills for the biosciences /

By: Johnson, Stuart, 1973- [author.].
Contributor(s): Scott, Jon [author.].
Publisher: Oxford, United Kingdom : Oxford University Press, 2019Edition: Third edition.Description: ix, 262 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm.Content type: text | text | still image Media type: unmediated | unmediated Carrier type: volume | volumeISBN: 9780198791461; 9780198791461:; 0198791461.Subject(s): Life sciences -- Study and teaching (Higher) | Communication in biology | Communication in science | Study skills | Technical writing | Report writingDDC classification: 808.06657 JOH
Contents:
Why are study and communication skills important? -- Using feedback -- Making the most of lectures -- Working with different information sources -- Academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism -- Choosing the right writing style -- Writing essays -- Writing practical and project reports -- Working in tutorials and groups -- Preparing scientific presentations -- Delivering scientific presentations -- Creating academic posters -- Getting the most out of revision -- Getting the most out of exams -- Making yourself employable.
Summary: This title reviews the essential skills a bioscience student needs to reach their full potential during their studies, and to enhance their employability beyond university. It is written in a practical, motivational style, with plenty of examples and advice to help students master the skills being explored.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Why are study and communication skills important? -- Using feedback -- Making the most of lectures -- Working with different information sources -- Academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism -- Choosing the right writing style -- Writing essays -- Writing practical and project reports -- Working in tutorials and groups -- Preparing scientific presentations -- Delivering scientific presentations -- Creating academic posters -- Getting the most out of revision -- Getting the most out of exams -- Making yourself employable.

This title reviews the essential skills a bioscience student needs to reach their full potential during their studies, and to enhance their employability beyond university. It is written in a practical, motivational style, with plenty of examples and advice to help students master the skills being explored.

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