The first of this year’s School of Culture Research Seminars which will be held this week on 14th November, 4pm. The seminar, hosted by The Faculty of Education and Society Research Institute, will take place at Reg Vardy room 111 and is...
Are you fascinated by books? Do you want to illustrate books? Are you seeking inspiration for your next reading book? Check out this beautiful collection of photographs by Celeste Noche.
We have recently begun a subscription to Box of Broadcasts (BoB), an on-demand TV & radio streaming service. BoB is an educational broadcasting and archives service from the British Universities and Colleges Film and...
Are you working with Key Stage 2 classes? Do you want inspiring, fun and free story writing workshops for your children? Are you planning your teaching for next year? If so, keep reading and...
Our online form is the quick and easy way to request one-to-one support with a study skills adviser or librarian. Just follow the tips below to complete the form and we’ll arrange an appointment...
What’s the secret of a productive spell of writing? How do you get down to writing a report, journal article, research paper, your thesis…? Chris Smith shares insights gleaned from interviews with a diverse...
Originally compiled to assist students with dyslexia and special needs, AbilityNet’s great blog posting has tips on apps for motivation and focus when studying which will help everyone. If you’re busy revising or finishing...
Did you know that we offer study skills expertise on a wide range of topics to help you with all your learning needs? Not everyone needs support with the same study skills,...
“Be inspired by words” – Find Something to Suit Your Needs at WRITE Festival 2018 WRITE Festival is returning to South Tyneside again this year, between 12th & 25th May. There are more events...
In a previous exam blog, we looked at practical tips and techniques that can help you at exam time. This time we will look at how to do deal with exam stress. Firstly, it...
Based on the popular British Library exhibition and a new online exhibition from Google Arts and Culture. It includes the early manuscripts and sketches of author J.K. Rowling and is of particular interest to...
Self-efficacy and Study Skills What is Self-Efficacy and why is it important? Bandura (1977) suggests that self-efficacy is a belief in one’s abilities or capabilities. But don’t mistake self-confidence for self-efficacy! You...
Motivation Motivation is something you can’t buy and repackage. It can ebb and flow at crucial times. Sometimes you may feel like you’re on a perpetual treadmill. You may feel that you’re going through...
We know that it’s easy to put off and avoid writing your dissertation – getting all the ironing done and washing all those dirty dishes suddenly seem very interesting things to do! That’s why...
The transformation of the Prospect building will begin this week on 23 March. Please see UOS online for further information and updates on this exciting project which will create a new student gateway enquiry desk, additional...
