Having gathered all of your brilliant entries across Twitter and Instagram, we’re pleased to announce the following winners:
š1st Place: @MissBolton8 winning a Ā£30 Amazon eVoucher
š2nd Place: @MissDundon winning a Ā£10 Amazon eVoucher
š3rd Place: @MissShakeshaft winning a Ā£10 Amazon eVoucher
And for those still in need of some study space inspiration, we’ve collated a few more of your submissions…
Sim
Sim told us that ‘…regarding students having to transition to blended learning is that it might be daunting and troublesome initially but it is important to adapt to the situation we are in and make the most of the experience using available resources since we are already in this scenario and if need be, do not be hesitant in asking for help if they need it!“
Elizabeth’s new desk has really helped her productivity and I think it’s fair to say we are all missing campus cat! š
“blended learning [is] definitely a big adjustment but luckily Iāve a support network of great friends and really approachable tutors who are all happy to help me. I do miss face to face teaching though (and the campus cat!)”
Again, thank you all for taking part in #StudyHappyWeek, and for sharing your inspiring #MyEHUStudyHappySpace’s. Keep your eyes on our social media for your next campaign coming in December, as we prepare to keep you motivated right through to New Year š„³
In a continuation of our Study Happy campaign we decided to extend the #MyEHUStudyHappySpace competition until Monday 16th Novemberā¦so you still have time to enter and a chance to win up to Ā£30 Amazon eVoucher!
Study Happy is all about finding the perfect study-life balance for you. Part of that process is your study environment. We know this year has been a challenge for many, so it has been super inspiring to see your #StudyHappySpace’s on social media: Twitter and Instagram.
Hannah (and Hank!)
āAt first I struggled with online learning during the end of last semester. However this year I am much more engaged in the blended learning approach. I am thoroughly enjoying the present in person sessions and I am engaging well with the online sessions too. My little puppy Hank certainly helps to motivate me, when he isn’t trying to get my attention! I am enjoying being at home and engaging with the sessions in a secure and safe environment.ā
āI think blended learning is good, I like having lectures pre-recorded so I can watch them at my own pace and around other responsibilities. I also like having my seminars in person as it allows me to share my ideas properly and have a good discussion with peers and tutors. I have 1 online seminar though, and I find that good as my teacher makes everyone feel really comfortable and really helps us get our ideas out and discuss using the text feature šā
Eleanor
Eleanor claims the benefits of surrounding her study space with plants helps her feel āā¦calm before I attempt to study, it helps me get in the right mind set ššā
Georgia is proving size doesnāt matter when it comes to your favourite study space as she āā¦love[s] to work in the study rooms in the Catalyst š«ā
āI feel Edge Hill have gone above and beyond in supporting the transition to online learning, I could not be prouder to be a part of the University. All of the teachers have showed amazing resilience and motivated me to do the same, I now feel ready for whatever teaching throws at me! šā
If you have been inspired by these entries, get snapping and share your #MyEHUStudyHappySpace with us on Twitter or Instagram. Remember to tag us (so we see it!) and use the #MyEHUStudyHappySpace to spread the important message of Study Happy!
I am really enjoying the move to blended learning, itās nice to be able to work through study materials at my own pace and direct myself more. If I am reading through presentation slides and there is something that really interests me or something I donāt fully understand, I can go and research and come back to the presentation when I am ready. It has given me a lot more control and responsibility over my studies. My tutors have also been amazing with providing support over e-mail and through online meetings, so I donāt feel like Iām missing out on anything. There were a few teething problems at first with getting used to new technology but now that everything is settled, Iām happy with my new study arrangements. As I prefer to do most of my studying at home anyway, with blended learning Iāve been spending even more time here, so I have made myself a little study nook to work in. Itās got everything I need to stay comfy and relaxed so I can be as productive as possible. :
This semester a lot different than other years and weāre all adapting to a new way of learning, blended learning, that combines online and in-person sessions. And it is fair to say that most of us will be spending a lot of time studying at home. So, for this unique Study Happy week, here are my top five tips for staying happy and motivated when working from home!
1. Keep your workspace separated from your recreational spaces
This might be harder for those in halls because your workspace is in your bedroom, but itās not impossible. When I was in halls, I made sure that my desk was reserved for work and everywhere else was for chilling out. If you canāt allocate a specific space for studying, try to allocate somewhere, like your bed, for relaxing. I find that having designated areas for working and relaxing helps me switch my brain into the right mode. Trying to work in a place where you relax can make focusing harder and trying to relax in a study-zone can make switching off harder too. Finding ways to help you get into the right mindset is important and designating a specific study-space helps me with that a lot, so itās the first thing Iād recommend for students to adopt now that a lot of us will be studying from home more frequently.
2. Try out a procrastination-beating browser extension
First thing I should mention is that you should always be careful when installing things to your computer and check reviews/ratings of browser extensions before you try them. But if you have trouble managing your time and avoiding distractions, like social media, there are plenty of browser extensions that might help. Most of them work by blocking or restricting your access to certain websites but there are lots of different ways they do this. Some will block all websites for a set amount of time or at a specific time, some let you block or restrict specific sites and some block everything except the ones you add to a whitelist. Thereās a lot of variety and they can be a lot of help if you find it hard to concentrate when youāre working alone without anyone to chastise you for watching cat videos instead of finishing that essay!
3. Get in a group chat!
Most people benefit from sharing ideas and talking ideas through together. When youāre spending less time with peers it might seem like youāll miss out on that, but you donāt have to. Think about joining a group chat or setting up a study group. BlackBoard Collaborate (available on the VLE) allows screen-sharing so you can go through presentation slides together and work with other people. It also allows video and audio chat as well as text chat so you can pick whatever is most comfortable for you. A group chat can recreate some of the environment and collaboration of seminars and working with friends in general can help with keeping motivated. If youāre a more social worker, this might be a good thing to try out!
4. Audiobooks!
My course requires a LOT of reading, and one of the ways I get it done even when Iām not feeling up to it is with audiobooks. I like to listen to an audiobook whilst reading a physical copy/e-book because I find that it keeps me focused. This has come in handy a lot with online learning because it helps me manage my time better (since most audiobooks will say how long they take to listen too) so you can plan your reading more effectively and get through books more efficiently.
5. Talk to your tutors and get support from UniSkills!
Less face-to-face time doesnāt have to mean less support. You can contact your tutors via e-mail if you need help or even ask to set up a virtual meeting if you need to discuss your studies at length. And donāt forget about UniSkills! Although the support we offer might look a little different this year, weāre still here to help! Weāve moved a lot of our support online and have introduced Webinars, online seminars, that provide guidance for all things academic. From referencing to finding online resources, weāre adapting to distancing so you can get the support you need from the comfort of your home to make this year a great one!
Thatās it for now! Even though this year is shaping up to be a bit unique, there are ways to make adapting to this style of learning easier. I hope my tips gave you some ideas to try out that will help you Study Happy this year!
I love blended learning! At first, I really struggled to adapt to working from home, with a new puppy and so many distractions it was a really big step away from what I was used to. I was quite overwhelmed over having to go through lectures myself however, I find it so much easier! It allows me to go through these lectures in my own time, which helps for topics I find more difficult. I usually commuted to University, so only being in one day a week makes so much more time to do more research for my modules and start to plan my assignments! Using weekly planners has really helped me to adapt to blended learning, as I provide myself a plan of what to do throughout the week and what goals I want to achieve! This has provided me some stability to ensure I am working throughout the day without getting distracted and also allows me to plan some ādowntimeā, whether this is walking my dog or catching up on Bake Off, which really helps to keep me motivated because I know when I get my next break!
My biggest struggle with blended learning was finding a space to do my studying, I tried to work from bed, but this left me unmotivated, but I moved away from my bed and onto a desk and it has improved my motivation to work! One of the best pieces of advice I could give for blended learning, is separate your sleep space from your workspace, getting out of bed and to a desk or table will make it a lot easier to concentrate on the task at hand! Adding my own personality to the space, with photos and decorations, makes me enjoy getting up and getting to my desk and I would advise everyone to do the same to make it more homely!
Charlotte’s #EHUStudyHappySpace
MY FIVE TOP STUDY HAPPY TIPS!
This year has led to a very different approach to University due to blended learning, with a lot of work being online it can be quite difficult to get motivated and if you are like me, you can find yourself procrastinating a lot. University is very different this year and can feel overwhelming, however, I have come up with a few Top Tips to make the move towards blended learning a little easier!
1. Make a schedule!
Your University Timetable will look a little different this year, with a mixture of on campus and online learning including live and pre-recorded lectures. Try to make your own timetable ā there are resources available on Uniskills which will help you with this. This will help you keep on top of everything you need to do throughout the week, instead of panicking and doing everything before your face to face session. This is also really helpful for when deadlines start to arrive as you can prepare for these in advance.
This method means you focus your time in short bursts, around 25 minutes, and then take a short break. During this time, you fully concentrate on the task at hand, with no distractions. It helps to put your phone somewhere you cannot access it, such as a drawer in your bedside cabinet and download free apps such as āPomodoroā to help with this.
3. Keep your space tidy!
Whether youāre working in your bedroom, kitchen or any space in between, keep your space organised. A messy workspace will act as a further distraction! I find keeping on top of my workspace keeps me more motivated. A tidy room really does mean a tidy mind!
4. Get in touch with your course mates!
Speak to your course mates as much as you can, use sites such as āZoomā and āMicrosoft Teamsā to have study sessions. These can help answer questions you might have regarding the topics you are studying and are also really important if you have group work. Studying doesnāt have to be something you do alone, having study sessions can make it more fun!
5. Donāt Panic!
Things are different this year and there will be challenges but there are people to help you with whatever you are struggling with. Uniskills is here to help you with any issues you may have about Returning to Learning. All this week you can also join Lauren and myself in our Moving Forward With UniSkills webinars, where we will look at referencing toolkits and guides – book your place today: ehu.ac.uk/workshops
As part of #StudyHappyWeek, we asked our Student Advisors Lauren and Charlotte to introduce themselves and share their experiences of blended learning so far here at Edge Hill. Here’s what they had to say…
Hi, Iām Lauren. Iām currently doing an MA in English after having done my undergraduate degree here too, so Iāve been an Edge Hill student for five years.
Iām also a Student Advisor so itās my job to provide peer-to-peer support and help other students develop their academic skills. I write posts for the Learning Services blog which is full of useful advice and updates (and which, coincidentally, I ended up on the banner image of!). I also help with the UniSkills webinars; online seminars that provide guidance for all things academic.
Thereāre sessions for everything from referencing to academic resilience, so theyāre a great place to develop the skills youāll need throughout your time as a student. Student Advisors are available all year to help make university life more manageable and fun.
Iām really enjoying the move to online learning, itās nice
to be able to work through study materials at my own pace and direct myself
more. If Iām reading through presentation slides and thereās something that
really interests me or something I donāt fully understand, I can go and
research and come back to the presentation when Iām ready. It gives me a lot
more control and responsibility over my studies. My tutors have also been
amazing with providing support over e-mail and through online meetings, so I
donāt feel like Iām missing out on anything. There were a few teething problems
at first with getting used to new technology but now that everything is
settled, Iām happy with my new study arrangements.
Hi! I am Charlotte, one of your Student Advisors working
with the Library and Learning Services Team. I am a third year History with
Politics student!
As a Student Advisor, I am here to provide support for
issues with a range of academic skills, such as how to use the Library
Catalogue and how to work TurnitIn and any other questions you may have! At the
minute this support is provided virtually through varying different means
including Webinars! The Webinars are a really big part of Uniskills this year,
I help with these by being a chat buddy to help with any questions you may
have! I will also be co-delivering a Webinar which will help you to move
forward with your academic skills! The āMoving Forwardā webinar will specialise
in referencing and proofreading, which will help you to ace your assignments!
Myself and my colleagues in the Library and Learning Services are here to help you! Use the UniSkills webpage to see all the services we offer! Make sure to sign up to webinars and we canāt wait to see you soon!
I love blended learning! At first, I really struggled to adapt from working from home, with a new puppy and so many distractions it was a really big step away from what I was used to. I was quite overwhelmed over having to go through lectures myself however, I find it so much easier! It allows me to go through these lectures in my own time, which helps for topics I find more difficult.
I usually commuted to University, so only being in one day a week makes so much more time to do more research for my modules and start to plan my assignments! Using weekly planners has really helped me to adapt to blended learning, as I provide myself a plan of what to do throughout the week and what goals I want to achieve! This has provided me some stability to ensure I am working throughout the day without getting distracted and also allows me to plan some ādowntimeā, whether this is walking my dog or catching up on Bake Off, which really helps to keep me motivated because I know when I get my next break!
My biggest struggle with blended learning was finding a
space to do my studying, I tried to work from bed, but this left me
unmotivated, but I moved away from my bed and onto a desk and it has improved
my motivation to work! One of the best pieces of advice I could give for
blended learning, is separate your sleep space from your workspace, getting out
of bed and to a desk or table will make it a lot easier to concentrate on the
task at hand! Adding my own personality to the space, with photos and
decorations, makes me enjoy getting up and getting to my desk and I would
advise everyone to do the same to make it more homely!
Keep an eye out later in the week for Lauren and Charlotte’s top tips for staying on top of your studies. Plus ā don’t forget to enter our Study Happy Week Competition!
Study Happy Week helps you to find a study-life balance that works for you. Whether youāre a first year still finding your feet, returning to learning after a period of time, or juggling your assignments around other commitments, the UniSkills team are here to inspire and support you.
As a completely online event, there are plenty of ways to get involved:
Catch daily study tips from our Student Advisors on our social media pages
Win a prize for sharing a photo of your study space in the Study Happy Week Competition
Keep an eye out on the blog later in the week to see how our Student Advisors are finding blended learning
Book on a UniSkills Webinar
Access a range of useful guides and toolkits on the UniSkills webpages
UniSkills Webinars
There are lots of
UniSkills webinars available throughout the year, all of which are designed to
help you develop confidence in your academic skills for university and beyond.
From a quick
referencing refresh to handy paraphrasing strategies, they are a great way to
virtually meet both the UniSkills team and students outside of your course.
They are free to book and there are no limits on how many you can attend. Here is what we have in store during Study Happy Week:
For this yearās Study Happy Week competition, weāre asking you to send in a snap of your study space. Whether your bedroom or an outdoor spot, with pets or without, simply upload your photo to Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #MyEHUStudyHappySpace and tagging @EHULearnService for the chance to win a Ā£30 Amazon voucher, or one of two Ā£10 Amazon vouchers for the runners-up.
The prize draw is open to all EHU
students and staff (except Learning Services staff).
The winner will be picked at random
from a prize draw at 12pm on Monday 9th November 2020.
The prizes are non-transferable.
The winner will be contacted through
their Twitter or Instagram account and asked to confirm their EHU student/staff
number.
The prize will be emailed to the Edge
Hill student/staff email address corresponding with the student/staff number
given.
If the winner cannot be contacted or
does not respond before 23rd November 2020, the entry will become
null and void and a re-draw will take place.
Hello from our Student Advisors!
Hereās a sneak peek of
just some of the tips from our Student Advisors on how they āStudy Happyā:
Keep your workspace separated from your recreational spaces
āThis might be harder for
those in halls because your workspace is in your bedroom, but itās not
impossible. When I was in halls, I made sure that my desk was reserved for work
and everywhere else was for chilling out.ā
Get in a group chat!
āMost people benefit from
sharing ideas and talking ideas through together. When youāre spending less
time with peers it might seem like youāll miss out on that, but you donāt have
to. Think about joining a group chat or setting up a study group.ā
Try out a procrastination-beating browser
extension
āFirst thing I should
mention is that you should always be careful when installing things to your
computer and check reviews/ratings of browser extensions before you try them.
But if you have trouble managing your time and avoiding distractions like
social media, there are plenty of browser extensions that might help.ā
Keep your eyes peeled
on our social media channels from the 2nd November for more.
Wellbeing Support
Student Wellbeing have lots of useful resources on their
webpages to support you in staying mentally and physically well during your
studies. Alongside signposting to a range of apps, websites and tutorials, you
can also book in and speak with a member of the team: edgehill.ac.uk/studentservices/wellbeing/
Wellbeing Workshops
Student Wellbeing have also created 2 digital workshops on perfectionism
and procrastination that you can work through at your own pace. Complete with
captions, these are perfect for those who might be struggling to get things
done, or find they spend so much time on one assignment it puts them behind on
the rest of their work: edgehill.ac.uk/studentservices/wellbeing/groups-workshops/
Togetherall
Edge Hill University students going through a tough time can now access free online support with Togetherall (formerly Big White Wall). Whether youāre struggling to sleep, feeling low, stressed or unable to cope, Togetherall can help you get support, take control and feel better. You will have access to a 24/7 online community and professional support from trained counsellors. Togetherall provides a safe space online to get things off your chest, explore your feelings, get creative and learn how to self-manage your mental health and wellbeing.
To join, simply go to togetherall.comand sign up under āorganisationā with your Edge Hill University email address.
With #StudyHappyWeek going virtual for the first time ever, we look forward to welcoming you to our webinars, connecting you with our Student Advisors and seeing all of your fantastic competition entries. Remember, you can get involved as much or as little as you like!
We know that youāve all been eagerly awaiting our Autumn timetable and we can announce that bookings are now open!
The UniSkills webinars are delivered by our knowledgeable team of Academic Skills Advisors and are jam packed with the very best advice to help you ace your assignments. Whether you’re just starting out on your student journey, or you’re a postgraduate who need help with your Masters dissertation, there really is something for everyone. There’s everything from academic writing, critical analysis, proofreading, referencing and all the way through to writing your dissertation.
If you’re new to writing at university level and have your first assignment title but you’re not sure how to get started then Introduction to Academic Writing would be ideal for you. There’s also Being Critical, Become a Paraphrasing Pro and Using Harvard Referencing which can be useful as you approach each stage of your assignment. If you are struggling to find resources for your assignment and want some help finding your eBooks and eResources, we even have bite size sessions such as Finding Online Resources via the Library Catalogue and your Reading List and Finding Electronic Journals in Discover More.
If you have had a break in your studies, and possibly feeling a little overwhelmed, the Returning To Learning community is a chance to meet other students, chat about your learning experiences, and discover study tips and strategies, as you settle back into University life.
UniSkills also has loads to offer returning students so you may be interested in Developing Academic Writing further as you move in to higher level writing and our Grow Your Academic Resilience session can help you to cope with the challenges this may bring. If you’re going in to your final year then I’m sure that lots of you are thinking about your dissertation and Writing Your Undergraduate Dissertation can help you on this journey. We haven’t forgotten about postgraduate’s either as the Writing Your Postgraduate Dissertation session will help you consider how to keep a narrow focus and originality of research.
Also for the first time this year we are offering UniSkills Extra sessions. Find out how assistive technology software can be used to support your studies with the Using Assistive Technologies at University and Harnessing Digital Accessibility sessions or if you want to stop procrastinating Developing Strategies for Learning is ideal for helping you to devise strategies to manage your time better.
You can check out the full line-up and book your place at ehu.ac.uk/workshops.Ā There are various times and dates to choose from and there is no limit on the number of webinars you can attend. All the sessions are delivered virtually through Blackboard Collaborate and can be accessed on or off campus. Don’t worry if you haven’t used this technology yet as we’ll send you a link to join the session along with a handy technical guide. You can also watch our useful video guide, for how to really get the most out of attending a UniSkills webinar.
If you are unable to attend a session but would like some additional guidance on any of these topics then please get in touch with us or book a 1-2-1 appointment here.
As we all know, things are going to be a little different this new academic year. But with a bit of planning we can all still study productively and happily š
Hi,
Iām Claire, an Academic Skills Advisor in the Student Engagement Team. My role
is to support students to develop their academic writing skills, but up until
recently I was also a student at EHU ā having just completed my PGCTHE over the
summer. Between March-July of this year, I (like many of you) juggled work and
home schooling alongside completing my final assignments. I learnt a lot during
this time and can empathise fully with those of you who have been balancing so
much these past few months ā and may be continuing to do so.
With
this in mind, I thought Iād share some of my top study tips..
Study Space
Try
and find somewhere comfortable to study. Whilst we might not all be lucky
enough to have the space (or funds) to kit out a spare room as an office, there
are ways you can make sure that your studying life doesnāt overtake your
personal life. I happily spent time in both my living room and bedroom writing assignments;
propped up against pillows and blankets with notes all around me will always be
my most comfortable place to study! That said however, I made a conscious
effort to tidy away the laptop, notes, articles and books each time I finished
for the day. Out of sight, out of mind, is a positive here; as you want to be
able to switch off when you are not in studying mode. I found a cheap
collapsible storage box helped with this.
Iād
fill it with all my āstuffā once I had finished and then put the lid on it! So,
if you havenāt got a permanent space to study, think about how you can adapt a
temporary or flexible space to work in.
Caring Responsibilities
Studying
with children around can be hard. As a single mum of a very lively seven-year-old,
I know only too well that juggling studying alongside being a parent is not
easy, particularly if you are unable to rely on your usual family/friends to help
with childcare. For me, during lockdown, I often had to rely on TV and YouTube
Kids to help keep my daughter entertained ā I now know more YouTubers than I
ever did pre-COVID! Whilst parent-guilt can be difficult to deal with when youāre
juggling everything – remember itās never a long-term situation and workloads
will vary at different points in the semester.
Whilst working to a deadline, I worried at times that my own stress and anxiety was visible to my little girl. However, I was also showing her the importance of not giving up ā even when things were proving difficult. Resilience is something we can all develop and rely on to help overcome obstacles and setbacks. My colleagues and I have put together an Academic Resilience toolkit, which you might find useful if you would like to develop these skills further. You may also want to check out Fika, an app which can help support good wellbeing and study habits.
Remember, Library & Learning Services are here to support you with your study skills but do reach out to a tutor or Student Services if you are struggling to balance your commitments.
Time Management
With
so much studying taking place now online, the onus is on you more than ever to
be organised and keep to deadlines. If you donāt already, try using your phone calendar
to keep track of where you need to be and when. Iād be lost without Google
calendar and the ability to colour code all my different activities across the
week. Set reminders, not just for final deadlines, but also for targets such as
completing readings or making plans.
If youāre looking for tips on how to manage your time or put together a study timetable, our Getting Organised webpages may prove useful. Remember to also take regular breaks from studying, we all need down time and the opportunity to relax š
Motivational Support
Whilst
studying online, I found staying in touch with friends from my course helpful
as we could support and motivate each other. You might find group message chats
or online catch-ups useful if you are unable to meet in person.
The
Student Engagement Team are continuing to deliver UniSkills (our programme of academic
skills support) virtually online. Our team is here to support and motivate you
via friendly webinars and 1-2-1 support sessions. Whether you need support with
referencing, academic writing or finding relevant literature we can help.
The
next few months might be rather different, but there is plenty of study support
available. Focus on the positives and plan for any challenges. Finally, good
luck to all our new students and those of you returning to your studies ā we
hope to see you in our webinars and 1-2-1s very soon!
A warm welcome back to all our returning students!
Getting back into the flow of studying again after a break can feel exciting, but also challenging. This year, our whole University community will be getting to grips with living our lives in new ways, whilst re-engaging in and enjoying our studies, both on and offline. You may feel like you are starting all over again, but whether you are anxious about returning to learning after a break, or are ready to dive in and take the opportunity to gain some new skills, UniSkills is here with lots of resources and support to help you stay on track and do the best you can.
UniSkills
Webinars
All Edge Hill University students can join our interactive UniSkills webinars for a chance to learn, discuss, and improve their academic skills.Ā From the 5th October, you can choose from a wide range of online workshops to refresh and grow your skills. Take your pick from brand new and returning favourite sessions, and book yourself a place at ehu.ac.uk/workshops.
1-2-1
Academic Skills Support
Whether you have a draft up and running, want to nail your search strategies, or would like to focus on using feedback to develop, you can book a UniSkills 1-2-1 appointment with an Academic Skills Advisor here.
Learning
Communities
Being part of a learning community and engaging in discussion and peer support with fellow students is one of the best things about studying at university, and is important to flourishing as a learner.Ā One place to forge these links, in an informal and friendly setting, is the UniSkills Returning to Learning (R2L) community. Sessions are running virtually this semester and take place fortnightly on a Wednesday afternoon (2-4pm), with the first one starting on October 21st. Make yourself a cup of something warm, and follow the booking link to join our friendly academic skills advisors Kat and Helen for a chance to meet other students, chat about your learning experiences, and discover study tips and strategies, as we settle back into University life together.
Keep in touch and we look forward to meeting you soon!Ā You can also get news about our latest events and activities by following us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and find more news and tips at the UniSkills Blog.
Hello and a massive welcome to all our new students, we look forward to meeting you and getting to know you all. Welcome back to all returning students too. We are the Student Engagement team and we are here to provide support with all aspects of academic skills. Although this year may feel a little different please be reassured that we are here to support you!
The best place to find out more about how we can support you is to head over to the UniSkills web pages where thereās a vast wealth of information around academic writing and research skills. Here youāll find our interactive online UniSkills Toolkits which contain loads of tips and tricks to help you with assignment planning, critical thinking, punctuation, proofreading and much more. Thereās also some handy guides and videos too!
We’ve also put on some some ‘Getting Started With Uniskills’ sessions especially for new students. They’ll help you log in, explore the Blackboard Institution homepage, show you how to find academic information for your university assignments and give you an overview of the UniSkills support available – all the essentials to ensure youāre ready for the start of your course. There’ll even be a prize drawerfor a Ā£25 Amazon voucher simply for attending the session so book your place now!
You can also check out what Uniskills Webinars we have on offer throughout the year or if you require more
specific support you can also book a 1-2-1
virtual appointment with an Academic
Skills Advisor who can work with you on a piece of work or research.
Finding Your Resources
Once you start your tutor will provide with your reading list and Iām sure many of you will be keen to get started! To find your resources the Library Catalogue is a great place to start. From here you can access your Reading List online and, by clicking on the book titles, you can jump straight through to the catalogue where you will find details on the items location and availability.
You can collect items directly from the shelves and check them out on the self-issue machines located around the building or you can currently reserve items straight from the shelves using our temporary ‘Click and Collect’ service. All you need to do to use this service is place a reservation on the book you want, we’ll grab if from the shelves for you and let you know when it’s ready to collect.
As an Edge Hill student you also have access to thousands of high quality academic e-resources which are particularly useful whilst on placement as they can all be accessed off campus. The Subject Resource web pages contain all the relevant journals and databases for your course or you can browse the e-resource collections using the Discover More search tool. You also find links to newspaper collections and useful websites relevant to your course.
And, if there is ever a book or journal article
that we donāt have in our collection you can ask us add a copy by using the You
Want It, We Get it service. Just fill
in the details on the form and weāll do our best to get it in for you ā how
cool is that?
Further Help and Support
If you have any general enquiries about resources for your study, IT related enquiries or academic skills support you can contact the Catalyst Helpdesk Monday to Friday between 8am and 8pm and Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 6pm.
We wish you all the best for this coming
academic year and look forward to supporting you soon!
