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Research Methods & Study Skills
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PASSIONATE ABOUT HIGHER EDUCATION Bloomsbury Study Skills timeline 2
We are the student learning division of Bloomsbury Core Study Skills 3
Academic. We develop books and learning resources
for university-level students, from undergraduate Pocket Study Skills: Little books, big ideas! 4
to graduate with a focus on the Social Sciences,
Humanities, Business and Study Skills. Critical Thinking Skills 5
Our academic textbooks are some of the most Referencing 6
successful in print and our sophisticated e-learning
resources integrate seamlessly with course delivery. 50 Ways series: Find the ways that work for you! 7
In 2019, we celebrated our 20th anniversary of study Writing Skills 8-9
skills publishing and we’re proud to have helped
Research Skills 10
hundreds of thousands of students better navigate the
demands of university life. As the UK’s bestselling study Bloomsbury Research Methods 11
skills publisher, we produce texts and digital resources
to support students in the transition to university and Student Wellbeing 12
in developing the core academic skills required to
succeed on their course and in future careers. Subject-Specific Study Skills 13-14
Over the past 20 years, social, cultural and technological Personal Development & Employability 15-16
changes have transformed the higher education
landscape and we remain committed to commissioning
Study Skills Support for your Institution 17
products which reflect the reality of what it means to Study Skills for International Students 17
be a student in higher education today. Beyond core
academic skills, we publish books which deal with Journals and Planners 18
topics such as employability and student wellbeing.
Recently Published in 2020-21 19-20
Previously Macmillan Study Skills, we have recently
rebranded to Bloomsbury Research Methods and Coming in 2022 21
Study Skills, tying together our portfolio of study skills
resources for students and early career researchers Skills for study – Digital Resources 22
looking to develop their skills across the full range
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of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
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Bloomsbury Study Skills timeline Core Study Skills
The development of our Study Skills list Employing effective study skills becomes essential at college/university. There is no
single way of learning and students often find it hard to discover the method that
works best for them. Our expertly designed books help students to develop and
hone the essential study skills they need to succeed at university and beyond.
1999 2005
The first edition of The Study Skills
The first edition of The Palgrave Student The Study Skills Handbook “The Study Skills Handbook
Handbook by Stella Cottrell is published. is like an ideal mentor for
Planner by Stella Cottrell is published. Author: S. Cottrell new students – accessible,
Publication date: March 2019 informed, friendly, and
full of warmth, wisdom,
ISBN: 9781137610874 and good advice. [It is]
2009 2010 Bestselling-author Stella Cottrell equips students
with the skills needed to improve their grades, build
supportive without being
patronising, and informative
The introduction of the Pocket without being bossy.”
Skills for Study is launched. confidence and plan for the future they want.
Study Skills series. Dr Tim Herrick, University
The fifth edition has a streamlined structure and of Sheffield, UK
companion website. Chapters include managing stress,
writing essays and developing cultural competence.
2010
Publication of the 8th edition of 2013 Academic Success “Academic Success includes
Cite Them Right by Richard Pears and Cite them right online is launched.
Authors: J. Brick, N. Wilson, D. Wong and M. Herke everything a new student
Graham Shields. (It was previously
needs to know about
self-published by the authors.) Publication date: November 2018 university: from how a
university works through to
ISBN: 9781352002621
advice on reading, writing
This hands-on book introduces students to the demands
2015 2018 of university study in a clear and accessible way, and
and thinking academically...
It’s a comprehensive, useful
Palgrave Study First titles helps them to understand what is expected of them. guide to transitioning to
Sales of Stella Cottrell’s titles university and succeeding
Skills rebranded published in
exceed 1 million. It gives guidance on the key forms of academic writing, in your studies.”
to Macmillan the field of
including essays, reports, reflective assignments and exam
Study Skills. student wellbeing. Helen Cooper, University
papers, and helps students to develop their own ‘voice’. of Birmingham, UK
It is packed with practical guidance and self-study activities.
2019 2021
• Tenth anniversary of Pocket Study Skills series Red Globe Press imprint acquired
• Twentieth anniversary of Macmillan Study Skills by Bloomsbury Academic and The Study How to Use Success in
• Launch of the 50 Ways series by Stella Cottrell Macmillan Study Skills becomes Success Journal Your Reading Groupwork
the Bloomsbury Study Skills list. in Your Essays
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Pocket Study Skills: Little books, big ideas! Critical Thinking Skills
For the time-pushed student, Pocket Study Skills pack a lot of advice into a little book in an Critical thinking can be demanding, but it makes all the difference to results; the ability to apply
entertaining and engaging way. Each guide focuses on a single, crucial aspect of study, giving critical reasoning is a crucial skill in life beyond university. With the help of our books, students will
students step-by-step guidance, handy tips and clear advice on how to approach the important be able to compare, weigh or evaluate information against other sources and their own knowledge.
areas which will continually be at the core of their study.
Critical Thinking Skills – Effective “I really endorse this
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Analysis, Argument and Reflection structural approach and
Author: S. Cottrell its use of humour to more
fully engage its audience.”
Publication date: March 2017
Deidre Kelleher,
ISBN: 9781137550507 University College Dublin,
Republic of Ireland
This leading guide helps students to develop reflective
thinking skills, improve their critical analysis and construct “The book that I’ve loved
arguments more effectively. Easy-to-follow, step-by- most in the entire year.
Totally life changing.”
step explanations along with plenty of examples and
activities develop understanding at each stage. The Student
third edition includes a new chapter on employability.
Interactive eBook available
Critical Thinking and Persuasive “This book takes a nuanced
and systematic look
Writing for Postgraduates at critical thinking – a
Author: L. Katz component of postgraduate
learning that is often
Publication date: March 2018 presumed but not always
addressed explicitly.”
ISBN: 9781137604422
Elizabeth Monaghan,
This hands-on guide to advanced critical analysis and University of Hull, UK
argumentation will help readers to communicate in a
way that is orderly, rigorously supported, persuasive and
clear. Chapters blend theory with practice and contain
a wealth of activities designed to help students put new
skills into practice or revitalise those they already have.
Getting Critical Where’s Your Argument?
Author: K. Williams Authors: H. Cooper
Publication date: and M. Shoolbred
February 2022 Publication date: May 2022
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4 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 5
Referencing 50 Ways series: Find the ways that work for you!
Referencing in essays or reports can be a daunting prospect for students – forgetting to cite other This new series by bestselling author Stella Cottrell provides fresh, alternative ways for students
people’s work or referencing incorrectly can have serious consequences. The art of referencing to engage with the core study, life and employability skills needed for a successful university
correctly can become the bane of both students’ and lecturers’ lives but it doesn’t need to be… experience. Each book takes students on their own personal journey by helping them to identify
their current habits and suggests practical ways to shape new ones.
Cite Them Right – The Essential “Cite Them Right may
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Referencing Guide ever written. Referencing Interactive pages –
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“A text that just keeps
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‘How’ section –
Do I…? –
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Renowned as the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use Nigel Chaffrey, Bath ‘way’ will help students.
students thinking about
guide to referencing available, this book guides students Spa University, UK a particular topic.
in the skills of identifying and referencing sources and Considering your
responses –
avoiding plagiarism. The twelfth edition contains expanded gives students ideas on To do. I will... –
guidance on the key principles of referencing and avoiding how to change their box for students to write
current habits. down action points.
plagiarism, including new sections on collecting evidence,
listening and taking notes, and using other people’s notes
See also –
in your writing. It also includes reference examples for directs students to
TikTok, blogs, Zoom and Teams, and recorded lecturers. related ‘ways’ in the
book and wider reading.
See page 23 to find out more about Cite them right
online – available for an institutional subscription.
Referencing and Understanding Plagiarism
Authors: K. Williams and J. Carroll
Publication date: July 2017
ISBN: 9781137530714
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6 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 7Writing Skills
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8 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 9Research Skills Bloomsbury Research Methods
The Undergraduate Foundations of
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10 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 11Student Wellbeing Subject-Specific Study Skills
Some subjects require fundamental skills that are too specific for general study guides.
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Emeritus, University of
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Managing Stress
Authors: K. Joseph and C. Irons
Publication date: February 2018
Writing for Biomedical Sciences Students
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12 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 13Subject-Specific Study Skills Personal Development & Employability
Writing for Engineers How to Begin Studying
Help your students take charge of their future with these books on personal development and
English Literature careers. Thinking about personal goals and planning towards them will benefit your students’
Authors: J. van Emden and L. Becker
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Writing for Nursing Great Ways to Learn helps to lay the foundations
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own personal development programme and build the is built. I recommend that all
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skills and capabilities that today’s employers want. Step
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Writing History Essays
Doing Projects and
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Writing Skills for The Business Student’s manageable steps to help students navigate each stage.
Education Students Phrase Book – Key Vocabulary
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the reader thinking about,
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14 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 15Personal Development & Employability Study Skills Support for your Institution
Are you looking to assist your new students
The Employability Journal “I would recommend The
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practical activities bring the or attract students to your programme?
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This journal (which includes space to write) is packed with
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16 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 17Journals and Planners Recently Published in 2020-21
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Brilliant Essays “This is a book for which I’ve
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Success Journal Journal Journal Publication date: November 2020 student who asks, ‘How do I
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Help your students to create brilliant, original, high-scoring
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How to Write Your Literature Review “This new book demonstrates
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Westminster, UK
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18 | Research Methods & Study Skills Research Methods & Study Skills | 19Recently Published in 2020-21 Coming in 2022
Wherever we are in the academic year, it’s never too late to help your students boost their skills. Keep up to date with information about our 2022 publications.
Make sure you haven’t missed anything that will be helpful to your students in our 2020-21 titles.
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sleep and sunlight on learning and offers strategies Postgraduates The Essential Guide to 2022-2023: Academic Diary
to help students create meaningful connections with Author: M. Davies Accurate Writing Author: S. Cottrell
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presentations and group projects with confidence. M. Harrison & K. Paterson
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(See page 15 for more information)
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Writing Skills for Social
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Skills for study is an interactive study skills support resource based on the work of the bestselling Cite them right is an online referencing resource which equips students with the skills to reference
author of The Study Skills Handbook, Stella Cottrell. It helps students to hone their academic any source type correctly and to avoid plagiarism with confidence.
skills, employability and approach to personal development.
What are the key features? What are the key benefits?
What does it include? What are the key benefits? • You Try – an interactive feature for building references. • Actively engages students in building their own references.
• 12 modules, each based around a key skill. • Encourages independent study and personalised learning. • Enables students to construct references easily and • Teaches students how to write and check their references
• Engaging activities and diagnostic tests. • Students work through their choice of interactive modules save or place them into their work. with confidence.
• Crucial topics from writing skills to critical thinking. at their own pace, taking ownership of their learning. • An extensive range of over 150 source types, • Shares the principles behind referencing, instilling
• Complements study skills teaching. with examples. good practice and academic integrity.
• A
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towards a richer learning experience. • A versatile teaching tool which integrates into course • Covers sources including books; journals; media and • Provides high-quality, accurate referencing information.
teaching, via deep links within lecture notes or printed art; digital and internet; research; legal material; social • A tried and tested resource that lecturers can trust,
downloadable materials. media; blogs; graffiti; musicals and streaming services. just like the printed book on which it’s based.
What are the key features?
• Frees up teaching time. • Comprehensive, accurate coverage of APA,
• Diagnostic tests help students identify Chicago, Harvard, IEEE, MHRA, MLA, OSCOLA
and focus on the most beneficial areas. • Allows lecturers to target skills gaps in large and Vancouver referencing styles.
groups or amongst individual students, by setting
• Module assessments test understanding • Interactive tutorial – bite-sized content teaches students
appropriate modules to complete outside of class.
and allow you to monitor students’ progress. the importance of referencing, how to write citations and
• Practice activities help reinforce new skills and build references, including the ability to test themselves.
downloadable materials include a wealth of
additional checklists, exercises and advice.
• My journal allows students to reflect on their
activities and keep downloadable notes.
• My progress gives each student a
summary of overall completion.
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