Work Placements A Survival Guide For Students

Author : Christine Fanthome
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-14
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781137081919

Get Book

Work Placements - A Survival Guide for Students by Christine Fanthome Pdf

This book is an essential guide for students contemplating or embarking upon work placements. Using comments from students, employers and tutors, it includes guidelines on how to find an appropriate placement; audit skills; construct a strong CV and application; prepare for an interview and derive maximum benefit from the work placement experience. The book identifies common problems facing students, together with remedial strategies, and offers suggestions for tackling written and oral assignments. Finally, it shows how to create and implement a successful job-search strategy.

Author : Christine Fanthome
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2005-09-08
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9780230802100

Get Book

The Student Life Handbook by Christine Fanthome Pdf

Many students arrive at university with the idea that this will be 'the time of their lives'. However, some students find that being a fresher is not all it's cracked-up to be: they are not immediately at ease with university culture and find it hard to deal with the day-to-day issues arising from living away from home. The Student Life Handbook draws on the experiences of over 160 students from all over the UK to offer practical advice on balancing domestic demands with university study. Covering many aspects of university life such as finance, accommodation, leaving home and joining the social scene, this guide will help students reap the greatest possible benefit and enjoyment from their time at university.

Author : Linda May Grobman
Publisher : Best of the New Social Worker
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1929109261

Get Book

The Field Placement Survival Guide by Linda May Grobman Pdf

Field placement is one of the most exciting and exhilarating parts of a formal social work education. It is also one of the most challenging. It allows you, the student, to put into practice the concepts, theories, and skills learned in the classroom. It puts you in the position of practicing with live clients. It gives you room to explore and grow as a budding professional. More than anything else, it requires you to look inside yourself to examine yourself, your abilities, your reactions, and your suitability as a social worker. It can be invigorating, and it can be extremely difficult. Field placement regardless of the setting or time involves universal issues for all social work students. Those issues are reflected in THE FIELD PLACEMENT SURVIVAL GUIDE. This collection of articles from THE NEW SOCIAL WORKER magazine addresses the multitude of issues that social work students in field placement face, including choosing a placement, getting prepared, using supervision effectively, working with clients, copies with challenges, and moving on to a successful social work career. This collection is a goldmine of practical information that will help social work students take advantage of all the field placement experience has to offer. Each chapter (many written by seasoned experts in field education; others by students) presents a different aspect of the practicum and offers students insight into the importance of both the challenges and the joys of this unique learning experience. This second edition includes 9 new chapters. This book is part of the BEST OF THE NEW SOCIAL WORKER(R) book series.

Author : Gareth Davey
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008-04-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781446245651

Get Book

The International Student′s Survival Guide by Gareth Davey Pdf

The International Student′s Survival Guide is a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to studying and living in the UK. It will be invaluable in preparing international students for the inevitable differences in culture, customs, and academic life, and helps to ensure they get the most out of their time at University. Gareth Davey provides students with all the information needed to make the right choice about where to study and provides valuable advice on how to settle into your new surroundings, including guidance on: Choosing and applying for a course Leaving home and arriving in the UK Managing finances and living costs Academic culture Teaching and assessment methods Health and welfare Life after graduation Throughout the guide there are checklists and self-evaluation forms to help the reader chart their progress. A glossary is included to aid understanding of the topics covered, and directories of additional sources of information make it easy to find out more where necessary. This guide will be a useful resource for students coming to the UK to embark on either undergraduate or graduate study in any subject. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips, resources and videos on study success!

Author : Jackie Carter
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781529738650

Get Book

Work Placements, Internships & Applied Social Research by Jackie Carter Pdf

Showcasing how you can use a work placement to develop your research and professional skills, this warm and personable book demonstrates how you can transfer and grow skills from your academic training to the workplace and maximise the benefits of learning by doing. The book also: · Helps you confidently navigate the entire internship process, providing reassuring guidance about key steps such as applying and interviewing for placements · Highlights the importance of practicing reflective learning and encourages you to become a reflective researcher · Empowers you to make an internship work for you, giving you key employability and workplace skills. Drawing on a range of real student voices, this pragmatic guide helps you make the most of the opportunities offered by a work placement and shows how the skills you learn will help you thrive in academia and beyond.

Author : Keith Fildes
Publisher : ASET
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007-03-23
Category : College placement services
ISBN : 9780954223151

Get Book

ASET Annual Conference: Proceedings of the 2006 Placement and Employability Professionals' Conference by Keith Fildes Pdf

Author : Karsten E. Zegwaard,T. Judene Pretti
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 777 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000882490

Get Book

The Routledge International Handbook of Work-Integrated Learning by Karsten E. Zegwaard,T. Judene Pretti Pdf

The Routledge International Handbook of Work-Integrated Learning, third edition, provides an extensive overview of work-integrated learning (WIL) for practitioners and educators, and contains practical insights on how to improve everyday application of it. WIL is a diverse and complex subject, with much debate around what constitutes good practice. In this Handbook, well-established international WIL, an extensive compilation of relevant literature related to its application, and examples of good practice. The third edition has been substantively revised and restructured, presenting 11 different models of WIL along with supporting literature and examples, and discusses developing and managing WIL within a qualification and across the institution. The Handbook also presents evidence-based benefits for stakeholders and explores topics such as stakeholder engagement, risk management, and the role of national and international associations. This Handbook presents discussions on defining the practice of WIL and explores the current literature on theoretical thinking of WIL, wellbeing, equity and inclusion, assessment, and quality indicators. Bringing together scholars and specialists from around the world, this Handbook is essential reading for practitioners, educators, researchers, higher education leaders, and policy makers.

Author : D. Ashton,C. Noonan
Publisher : Springer
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-20
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781137013941

Get Book

Cultural Work and Higher Education by D. Ashton,C. Noonan Pdf

The cultural industries are an area of continued international debate. This edited volume brings together original contributions to examine the experiences and realities of working within a number of creative sectors and address how higher education can both enable students to pursue and critically examine work in the cultural industries.

Author : Siew Hean Read
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-17
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781350315457

Get Book

Academic Writing Skills for International Students by Siew Hean Read Pdf

This engaging guide will equip students who are non-native speakers of English with the tools and confidence to respond effectively and appropriately to written assignments at university. It supports students in the development of essential writing skills, such as structuring paragraphs and building an argument, and provides practical guidance on adhering to the conventions of academic writing. It guides students systematically through a series of text analyses which bring out key linguistic and rhetorical features, making complex textual issues manageable and understandable for learners of all abilities. This is an ideal self-study aid for non-native English speakers, both on pre-sessional language courses and on degree programmes, who need to get to grips with the conventions of academic writing.

Author : Stella Cottrell
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-28
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781352002362

Get Book

Mindfulness for Students by Stella Cottrell Pdf

Using a unique combination of mindfulness-based techniques and study skills, this book shows students how to apply mindfulness to their studies and everyday life in simple, practical steps. It introduces a wealth of tools and techniques that can be applied to specific study contexts, such as listening in lectures, completing assignments and preparing for exams, and shows readers how mindfulness can help them to manage the stresses of student life more effectively. Chapters are rich in guided activities, meditations, observations and reflections, and full of engaging illustrations. This hands-on guide to mindfulness is a must-read for students of all disciplines and backgrounds who are looking to bring a sense of calm to their lives and give their studying technique a boost.

Author : Jeanne Godfrey
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-16
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781137587084

Get Book

The Business Student's Phrase Book by Jeanne Godfrey Pdf

This compact phrase book of key business terminology is an invaluable resource for students who want to communicate their ideas, arguments and analyses with greater clarity and precision. Divided into 30 bite-size sections, users can quickly and easily find the topic they need when preparing and writing essays, reports and case studies. Each section contains three parts: words in action, taken from real academic writing; information to help you readers use these words correctly; and 'nearly but not quite right' examples from real students' work. This is an essential companion for students studying both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business and management, and is suitable for use at any stage of their studies. It is also ideal for those studying related disciplines, including business management, administration, HR, finance, systems analysis, project management, business law and corporate governance.

Author : Louise Frith,Gina May,Amanda Pocklington
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-05-24
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781137599964

Get Book

The Student's Guide to Peer Mentoring by Louise Frith,Gina May,Amanda Pocklington Pdf

Whatever stage of the peer mentoring journey your students are at, this engagingly-written book will help them to get the most out of their peer mentoring experience. It explains the role of peer mentors in universities and shows students exactly what's involved in providing academic and pastoral support to other students. The book also contains a helpful trouble-shooting chapter, packed with supportive guidance on dealing with challenging scenarios. The final chapters of the book prompt students to reflect on the skills they have developed through peer mentoring, and help them to articulate these skills to prospective employers. This book will be an essential companion for both aspiring and current student mentors, and an invaluable reference point for staff involved in facilitating peer mentoring schemes.

Author : Jeanne Godfrey
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-08
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781352002980

Get Book

How to Use Your Reading in Your Essays by Jeanne Godfrey Pdf

Reading is part and parcel of academic writing, and knowing which sources to include in assignments and how to go about this process can be challenging. That's where this handy guide comes in. With over 20 years' experience in the field, Jeanne Godfrey is no stranger to essay writing. Taking students step-by-step through the process, from choosing their sources to checking their work, she helps students to develop the skills and confidence they need to use their reading effectively in their essays and get the best marks possible for their work. Concise and practical, it breaks down the 'why' and 'how' of using reading in academic writing and contains valuable guidance on paraphrasing, comparing the views of different authors and commenting on sources. This book is ideal for students of all disciplines, and can be used by college students, undergraduates and postgraduates. New to this Edition: - Part A contains new sections on how to target your reading, remain focused and know when to stop reading - New section on how to use reading in reports, supported by short report extracts - New two-colour text design to enliven the reading experience and make the text more accessible

Author : Gina Wisker
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-26
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781350315358

Get Book

The Undergraduate Research Handbook by Gina Wisker Pdf

This is a comprehensive guide to planning and producing high-quality dissertations, written assignments and project reports at undergraduate level. It supports students of all disciplines through each stage of the research process, from drafting questions and reviewing the literature through to collecting data and presenting their work. It provides practical guidance on common problems, including writer's block and managing deadlines, and contextualises this with examples of real students' experience of research. This text will be invaluable to undergraduate students undertaking academic research in all subject areas. New to this Edition: - Features new and updated content on the internet and critical thinking, and analytical skills in relation to developing and following through with a research agenda

Author : John Peck,Martin Coyle
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-31
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781137082985

Get Book

The Student's Guide to Writing by John Peck,Martin Coyle Pdf

Aimed at students wishing to improve their writing skills, this guide deals with the key basics of grammar, punctuation and spelling while also showing students how to construct a sentence, how to build a paragraph and how to structure an essay. This third edition includes an expanded 'Spot the Mistake' section.