Hello Students of BSIS!<\/p>\n
The end of term is fast approaching and that means we have to start working on our essays. Sorry if we just ruined your Friday afternoon with that reminder! Essay planning and writing can be a daunting and stressful process. To help ease your fears, we wanted to let you know that Canterbury offers academic help via the Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS). This is open to ALL University of Kent students.<\/p>\n
In terms of essay writing, here is a quick overview of what SLAS can help you with:<\/p>\n
SLAS will:
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\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Help you with successful reading\/note-taking techniques
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\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Help you reference effectively\u00a0 to avoid plagiarism
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Help you with grammar, spelling and punctuation by examining a section of your writing<\/p>\n
SLAS will not:
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\nSLAS learning advisors are available to help BSIS students through email, phone, or Skype consultations. Use the information below to contact SLAS. Keep in mind that the end of term is December 20 so if you wish to use this service before the Christmas break, you should contact them as early as possible.<\/p>\n
Student Learning Advisory Service \u2013 Contact Details We encourage all BSIS students to take advantage of this free service! A few documents are attached that will provide you with more information. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact us (hea2@kent.ac.uk or mt390@kent.ac.uk) or the Student Learning Advisory Service directly.<\/p>\n Have a great weekend!<\/p>\n Hazel Allan & Maggie Toffelmire
\nEmail: learning@kent.ac.uk
\nPhone: 01227 82 (4016)
\nWebsite: www.kent.ac.uk\/learning<\/a><\/p>\n
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