The Study Advice team will be running webinars throughout Semester One 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.
| Link to book | Week | Date | Topic | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book | 3 |
Wednesday, 15 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. Such strategies can help you make the most of your lectures and seminars, and will prepare you for the writing of assignments. |
| Book | 4 |
Wednesday, 22 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, 29 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, 12 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, 19 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 designing your slides. |
| Book | 9 |
Wednesday, 26 November 14:00 - 15:00 |
Using generative AI tools effectively: tips and guidance | When am I allowed to use generative AI tools? How do I use these safely and productively? We will explore and answer these questions, as well as offer guidance generally on how to use AI effectively in your work. |
| Book | 9 |
Wednesday, 26 November 15:30 - 16:30 |
Practise your presentation | 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 |
| Book | 9 |
Thursday, 27 November 10:00 - 13:00 |
Writing retreat – in person |
Are you struggling to get started with your assignments? Come along to this in person session which offers you a place and space to write, using known techniques to get you started. During the set writing blocks you can book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole morning, and remember to bring your work and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 |
| Book | 10 |
Wednesday, 3 December 14:00 - 15:00 |
How to be critical | Critical thinking is an important skill for success at university. In this webinar, we will explore the notion of critical thinking and how it manifests in academic practice; we will then identify key attitudes and strategies for becoming a better critical thinker. |
| Book | 10 |
Wednesday, 3 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 |
| Book | 11 |
Wednesday, 10 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, 17 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 | Assessment week 1 |
Wednesday, 21 January 14:00 - 17:00 |
Writing retreats – literature reviews | Are you struggling to progress with your dissertation writing? Come along to this in person session which offers you a place and space to write, using known techniques to get you started. We will start the session with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a literature review section. Subsequently, you can use set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day (which may be for any part of your dissertation). During these writing blocks, you can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole morning, and remember to bring your work and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 |
| Book | Assessment week 2 |
Wednesday, 28 January 14:00 - 17:00 |
Writing retreat – methodology | Are you struggling to progress with your dissertation writing? Come along to this in-person session which offers you a place and space to write, using known techniques to get you started. We will start the session with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a methodology section. Subsequently, you can use set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day (which may be for any part of your dissertation). During these writing blocks, you can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole session, and remember to bring your work and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 |
| Book | Assessment week 3 |
Wednesday,04 February 14:00 - 17:00 |
Writing retreat – discussion and results | Are you struggling to progress with your dissertation writing? Come along to this in-person session which offers you a place and space to write, using known techniques to get you started. We will start the session with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a results and discussion section. Subsequently, you can use set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day (which may be for any part of your dissertation). During these writing blocks, you can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole session, and remember to bring your work and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 |
The slides for each webinar will be uploaded here in advance each week.