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Record Nr.

UNINA9910458794103321

Autore

Childs Peter <1962->

Titolo

The essential guide to English studies [[electronic resource] /] / Peter Childs

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London ; ; New York, : Continuum, c2008

ISBN

1-282-87113-7

9786612871139

1-4411-0709-6

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (167 p.)

Disciplina

808/.0420711

820.711

Soggetti

English language - Study and teaching (Higher)

English language - Rhetoric - Study and teaching (Higher)

Study skills

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (p. [136]-146) and index.

Nota di contenuto

Contents; Acknowledgements; PART ONE: The basics; PART TWO: Key skills; PART THREE: Assessment: making the grade; Notes; Further reading and resources; Glossary; A little test: answers; Index

Sommario/riassunto

Focusing on what it means to study English in higher education, this book guides students through key aspects of English Studies including major topics and approaches, subject-specific study skills and assessment, including seminar presentations, assignments, and exams. Peter Childs offers down-to-earth practical guidance on developing the skills needed to succeed and includes coverage of literature, language and creative writing. This is an essential introduction to English Studies for students beginning their studies at university or college and anyone considering taking a degree in English.