The Study Advice team will be running webinars throughout the Autumn term to support you with all aspects of your study. From planning your assignment to developing your critical thinking skills, these friendly webinars are designed for you to get some tips from the experts and put your studies on track for success.
After attending a webinar, you may also want to book an appointment with a Study Adviser to discuss a particular assessment or issue in more depth. Appointments can be booked by completing this simple online form.
For those that prefer online resources, we have a suite of video tutorials and study guides covering all aspects of study on our Study Advice pages.
Our webinars and workshops count for the training component of your RED Award
Please ensure you are logged in to your student account before booking
For booking issues please email: studyadvice@reading.ac.uk
Our webinars are 1 hour with an extra 30 minutes at the end set aside for questions.
| Week | Date | Topic | Details | Link to book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |
Wednesday, 16 October 14:00 - 15:00 |
Critical reading and note making | This webinar focuses on strategies for active reading and note making, so that you can keep track of information sources, use evidence effectively, and develop your own ideas. These strategies will help you make the most of your lectures and seminars, and will prepare you for the writing of assignments. | Book |
| 4 |
Wednesday, 23 October 14:00 - 15:00 |
Structuring and planning your assignments | In this webinar, we will consider how to approach planning your assignments and how to improve your assignment structure, including identifying your argument or position and selecting your evidence. | Book |
| 5 |
Wednesday, 30 October 14:00 - 15:00 |
Developing your academic writing | This webinar explores how to develop ideas into well-formed paragraphs, including how to support your arguments with appropriate use of evidence in academic writing. We will break down the key features of good paragraphing and will examine different degrees of depth and complexity, appropriate for different levels of study. | Book |
| 7 |
Wednesday, 13 November 14:00 - 15:00 |
Understanding and avoiding academic misconduct | This webinar will review the key principles of academic integrity and some common mistakes that may lead to poor academic practice. We will then explore strategies you can use to improve the academic integrity of your work and avoid unintentional plagiarism. | Book |
| 8 |
Wednesday, 20 November 14:00 - 15:00 |
Designing your presentation | This webinar will explore how to design a presentation that makes a strong impression. We will cover content, pacing, and the PowerPoint. | Book |
| 9 |
Wednesday, 27 November 14:00 - 15:00 |
Using generative AI tools effectively: tips and guidance | Artificial Intelligence is a rapidly evolving technology that is becoming increasingly commonplace in work and study. Whilst it can be a helpful tool, there can also be significant ethical implications, as well as other potential pitfalls related to its use. In this webinar we will discuss the underlying technology of chat AI, its potential shortcomings, as well as how to use AI ethically and safely. | Book |
| 9 |
Wednesday, 27 November 15:30 - 16:30 |
Delivering your presentation - In person | It’s one thing to design a good presentation, another thing entirely to deliver it! In this workshop, we will cover how to develop your public speaking voice, including how to manage your nerves. Palmer 106 |
In person |
| 10 |
Wednesday, 4 December 14:00 - 15:00 |
How to be critical | Critical thinking is an important element of university study. In this webinar, we will explore the notion of critical thinking and identify key attitudes and strategies for becoming a critical thinker. | Book |
| 10 |
Wednesday, 4 December 15:30 - 16:30 |
Using generative AI tools effectively: hands on session - In person | Come along to this in person session and try out some AI tools with your Study Adviser on hand to guide you. Library G12 |
In person |
| 11 |
Wednesday, 11 December 14:00 - 15:00 |
How to write a good reflection |
Reflection is a key skill for success at university and beyond. This is evident in the number of assignments with reflective components and requirements. In this webinar, we will examine what it means to be reflective and how to write reflectively. We will look at models which support the reflective process, and identify features of good reflective writing. |
Book |
| 12 |
Wednesday, 18 December 14:00 - 15:00 |
Preparing for your exams | With exams around the corner, this webinar will help you prepare for the weeks ahead. It will cover how to make an effective revision plan, considering when, where and what to study. | Book |