Study Skills for Paramedics,Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 1st Edition
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
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As paramedicine shifts to an all-graduate profession in the UK, this new title is designed specifically to support students to meet the rigorous academic requirements of becoming a paramedic.
Study skills has a direct and forthright approach, and covers everything students need to succeed in academia, from academic writing to referencing, essays and presentations, exams and reflective practice. Its interesting case studies are ideally suited to students of this hands-on profession.
Written by paramedics for paramedics, this book will help students of all academic levels quickly find their feet and excel on their journey toward working in an ambulance or healthcare setting.
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- Written by experienced paramedicine lecturers and tailored to the academic requirements of students
- Conforms to Universal Design for Learning, making the text accessible for everyone
- Written simply and without waffle, ideal for practically-minded students
- Healthcare examples throughout put learning into context
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1. Introduction
2. Academic writing
3. Refencing and information sources
4. Essay
5. Presentations
6. OSCES’ / OSPES
7. Academic posters
8. Voce via
9. Videos’ blogs or social media – presentations
10. Group work
11. Exams
12. Case Studies
13. Dissertation or service improvement project
14. Reflective practice -
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