Study and Communication Skills for the Chemical Sciences

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Tina Overton (Professor of Chemical Education, Monash University) Stuart Johnson (Director of Careers Service, University of Bristol)

Study and Communication Skills for the Chemical Sciences

Tina Overton (Professor of Chemical Education, Monash University), Stuart Johnson (Director of Careers Service, University of Bristol), Jon Scott (Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Student Experience, University of Leicester)

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Oxford University Press
30 April 2019

Chemistry

Study and Communication Skills for the Chemical Sciences has been carefully designed to help students transition seamlessly from school to university, make the most of their education, and ultimately use their degree to enhance their employability.

The accessible and friendly writing style helps to engage students with the subject while frequent chemical examples highlight the relevance of the skills being learned. A comprehensive range of skills are covered, from making the most of practicals, lectures and group work, through to writing and presentation skills, and effective revision for exams. An expanded chapter on employability offers invaluable advice for getting a job in today's competitive market.

Written by leading experts in science education, this text is essential reading for any undergraduate chemistry student wishing to succeed at university get the most out of their degree after graduation.NEW TO THIS EDITIONNew chapters on 'Developing and Articulating Your Skills' and 'Career Skills' help students with concerns around employabilityNew sections on the importance of collaboration and dialogue, setting and enforcing internal deadlines, using technology in group work, and reflective writing expand on the types of skills coveredExtensive updates have been made to the online resources, including example CVs, templates and cover lettersChapters are restructured to aid preparation for flipped lectures, with content on problem based learning, online learning forums and video captureAdditional support for making the school to university transition, with a more explicit discussion of collusion and working with information sources, has been included.KEY FEATURESThe friendly, conversational writing style makes the text ideal for beginning undergraduate studentsA broad range of skills are covered, from writing and presentation skills, to working in groups and revising for examsFrequent examples drawn from chemistry highlight the relevance of the skills being learnedThe experienced author team is headed up by a leading expert in chemistry education.

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By: Tina Overton (Professor of Chemical Education Monash University), Stuart Johnson (Director of Careers Service, University of Bristol), Jon Scott (Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Student Experience, University of Leicester)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 247mm, Width: 190mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 592g
ISBN: 9780198821816
ISBN 10: 0198821816
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 30 April 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Why Are Study & Communication Skills Important? 2. Making the Most of Lectures 3. Making the Most of Tutorials and Workshops 4. Making the Most of Group Work 5. Making the Most of Practical Work 6. Working with Different Information Sources 7. Choosing the Right Writing Style 8. Writing Assignments 9. Writing Practical and Project Reports 10. Communicating with a Non-Scientific Audience 11. Avoiding Plagiarism 12. Using Feedback 13. Preparing Scientific Presentations 14. Delivering Scientific Presentations 15. Creating Academic Posters 16. Getting the most out of Revision 17. Getting the most out of Exams 18. Developing and Articulating your Skills 19. Career Skills

Tina Overton is Professor of Chemistry Education at Monash University in Australia and Honorary Professor at the University of Nottingham, UK. Tina has published on the topics of critical thinking, context and problem-based learning, the development of problem solving skills, work-based learning and employability and has co-authored several textbooks in inorganic chemistry and skills development. She has been awarded the Royal Society of Chemistry's HE Teaching Award, Tertiary Education Award and Nyholm Prize, the Royal Australian Chemical Institute's Fensham Medal and is a National Teaching Fellow and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Stuart Johnson is the Director of the Careers Service at the University of Bristol. He obtained a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Leicester, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Learning and Development from Thames Valley University. He was previously the Deputy Director of the Career Development Service at the University of Leicester. Professor Jon Scott is the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Student Experience and Professor of Bioscience Education at the University of Leicester. He obtained a BSc in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Neurobiology from Durham University. He joined the University of Leicester as a lecturer in physiology since 1987 and went on to become the Director of Biological Studies.

Reviews for Study and Communication Skills for the Chemical Sciences

A thoroughly accessible text, both for academics and students alike. Highly recommended. * Philippe Wilson, De Montfort University * I really like the activities for students which can be tailored and used within my own teaching. The writing style is highly accessible and offers pragmatic advice on many topics and experiences that students face throughout their degree. Practical resource, many useful aspects that can be used and adapted to embed within our curriculum. * Suzanne Fergus, University of Hertfordshire * The language of the book is very accessible. It is easy and attractive to read. There are excellent sections on writing CV, networking etc. The online resources are great. * Katerina Ridge, University of Surrey * I think the book will inspire students to think about how to become attractive in the labour market. Where should one begin, and then build stone on stone until one has a solid construction. * Elin Lovise Folven Gjengedal, Norwegian University of Life Sciences *

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Study and Communication Skills for the Chemical Sciences

Tina Overton (Professor of Chemical Education, Monash University), Stuart Johnson (Director of Careers Service, University of Bristol), Jon Scott (Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Student Experience, University of Leicester)

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