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Study Tip: Develop a Schedule

A well-structured schedule promotes efficiency by minimising wasted time and preventing procrastination. When you have a clear plan, you are less likely to spend excessive time on non-productive activities or become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work.

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Defining Terms and Learning to Essay

Language and its use are ever evolving. The spoken word shapes meaning through vocal prosody in addition to word choice, order, and context. The spoken word, also, frequently has an interlocutor with whom immediate or swift repair can be made if misunderstandings occur. The written word doesn’t have access to the same support. It’s a different medium, requiring different care.

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Study Tip: Don't Be So Hard On Yourself

Students often find themselves under immense pressure to excel academically, socially, and personally. This pressure can sometimes lead to students being overly critical of themselves and losing sight of the joy that should accompany the pursuit of knowledge. If you feel like you have lost your mojo a little, here are some tips:

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Boosting Academic Writing Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique

Staying focused and maintaining consistent productivity while writing research papers can be challenging. This is where the Pomodoro Technique comes into play, offering a structured approach to enhance your academic writing process.

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Study Tip: Schedule Time for Self-care

Embracing self-care isn't just a luxury; it's a vital investment in our well-being, a way to nurture both our physical and mental health. Integrating self-care routines into our everyday routine can produce significant outcomes. Here are some suggestions.

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Overcoming Writer's Block

Although often interpreted as a lack of inspiration, the mechanisms underpinning writer's block may be somewhat more complex and are likely associated in some way to a fear of writing.

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How Do I Develop An Academic Writing Style?

"Developing skills in academic writing is an ongoing process that ideally never ends." In this article, Voice Study Centre Lecturers Kerrie Obert and Sophie Scott identify strategies to establish an academic writing style.

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