Dora Copeland
Educational Services

My lifelong commitment to education and over eighteen years of teaching experience, mostly in London, have enabled me to develop the following academic skills:

What are academic skills?

Academic skills are any type of ability or method that individuals use to reach various academic goals. Many of these skills focus on the ability to understand and process information, such as literacy skills or critical thinking. Putting them into practice increases your chances of passing your tests well as well as getting more out of your studies. These skills are for life and can help in your working and/or personal life.

Key Academic Skills for Success

 

1. Study & Revision
    • Study Techniques: Use active listening, focused attention, and memory strategies. Learn to take clear notes and summarize complex ideas effectively.
    • Exam Preparation: Create a structured revision plan, get enough rest, and approach exams with a strategy—plan your answers and review your work.
2. Critical Thinking & Research
    • Critical Thinking: Build logical arguments, assess information carefully, and back up ideas with evidence—key for problem-solving and academic discussions.
    • Research: Identify reliable, high-quality sources and evaluate them critically to support your academic work.
3. Writing & Expression
    • Academic Writing: Write clearly and logically, using evidence to support your points.
    • Paraphrasing: Restate information in your own words to show understanding and avoid plagiarism.
    • Note-Taking: Create an effective system to capture, organize, and review key ideas for easier revision and planning.
4. Organization & Self-Management
    • Time Management: Keep track of deadlines, plan study time, and maintain balance between school and personal life.
    • Prioritization & Goal-Setting: Focus on what matters most. Set clear goals and break them down into manageable steps.
    • Persistence: Stay motivated through challenges. Building resilience is key to long-term success.