Find out the differences between referencing and bibliographies I just want to go through a run down of the differences between referencing material used for your essays and what a bibliography actually does. It’s quite easy to remember the difference even though they both refer to a relatively similar process. Referencing takes place within your … Read more
Find out how reflective learning can help you What is reflective learning? Reflective learning is the process of deliberately carrying out ‘cycles of inquiry’. The word ‘cycle’ is used here to demonstrate the manner in which a reflective learner moves between action and reflection. Taking some action results in doing things differently and afterwards, the … Read more
Before you tackle your next essay, take a moment to read my guide to avoiding the simplest mistakes that so many students make, losing them valuable marks. Let’s kick off with the top 10 reasons students lose marks when they’re writing essays: In order to avoid going off on a tangent, you’ll need to decide … Read more
Footnotes and endnotes are other common referencing styles, both of which provide information on the sources either at the footer of the page (footnotes) or at the end of the essay (endnotes). Follow this simple guide to master the basics. Practice Using Footnotes/ Endnotes in Microsoft Word When using footnotes or endnotes, a number is … Read more
Although you may not have long to go before the exam, last minute revision can make a significant difference to your grade. Try to prioritise – what are the key things you need to know? Is there anything you’re struggling to remember? Check the final facts: use your revision tools/prompts Don’t try to learn new … Read more
The growing and well-disseminated use of data-processing tools has allowed many scientists to recklessly copy-paste the works written by other researchers, in extents that vary from single words up to entire paragraphs or pages, without even mentioning the identity of real source. Fortunately, the same technology, which enables people to exploit others’ papers without breaking … Read more
The aim of this post is to help you develop and improve ideas for your essay using a range of elicitation techniques which will advance your thinking. Have a go at mind mapping and brainstorming – both are fun and both will help you generate the originality you need for a better essay grade. There … Read more
When you’re searching for information for your essays, you’ll come across many sources on the Internet that you might consider using. So how do you sift out the good quality material from the less good? This article provides you with guidance on both a quick way to evaluate the quality of source material, and also … Read more
Plagiarism involves using intellectual property without attribution, with forms ranging from patch writing to verbatim copying. Avoiding plagiarism requires citation, proper paraphrasing, and using quotation marks for direct quotes. Editors should follow COPE guidelines for addressing cases of suspected plagiarism. Define plagiarism: Plagiarism is using someone else’s intellectual property (such as words, source code, ideas, … Read more
ABSTRACT The advent of technology has played a role in the overall development of the human society. As with other sectors of the society, technological advancements such as new media and the internet have furthered the development of the educational sector. New media has brought about various ways which can enhance the learning process of … Read more