Head Start

Emmanuel Manalo Phd, Julie Trafford MSc (Hons)

ABOUT THE BOOK Head Start - How to succeed in tertiary studies is intended for students who are just beginning their tertiary studies in New Zealand, as well as those who are returning to study after a break of a few years. Other, more experienced students should also find a wealth of useful tips in the book for improving their approach to studying and therefore achieving better results. Head Start covers every important aspect of tertiary study from making good use of resources and time-management skills, to completing high- quality assignments and using proven strategies for passing exams. While students preparing for tertiary studies may want to go through the book systematically, Head Start is also an excellent guide book, where students can look up particular topics as rèquired. It is very easy to find information in the book, and a simple step-by-step approach has been used for explanations. Useful hints are provided throughout the book. WHY BUY THIS BOOK? Because it has been written specifieally to provide effective advice to students in New Zealand tertiary institutions in the 21st century, and the authors are well-qualified, highly experienced teachers and writers who are currently working in the field of professional development for tertiary students. Both have proven and published the effectiveness of the strategies they teach.