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Taking Better Notes

Taking Better NotesBy: Bethany Dahlstrom Published on: 21/11/2025

Effective note-taking can significantly improve comprehension, retention, and ease of reference for academic study. By previewing texts, annotating key points, summarising sections, using visual aids, asking questions, and maintaining an organised system, you can create practical, personalised notes that streamline both studying and referencing.

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Taking Better Notes

Proofreading Checklist for Academic Writing

Proofreading Checklist for Academic WritingBy: Bethany Dahlstrom Published on: 07/11/2025

Creating a comprehensive proofreading checklist can significantly enhance the quality of your academic writing by identifying errors and inconsistencies. These steps will help you produce polished and professional work ready for submission.

Academic WritingProfessional & Business WritingTools & Processes
Proofreading Checklist for Academic Writing

“But it’s just an abstract!” - The Importance of a Thorough Review

“But it’s just an abstract!” - The Importance of a Thorough ReviewBy: Bethany Dahlstrom Published on: 31/10/2025

An abstract is just a small portion of your work… right? Let’s take a closer look at why proofreading this tiny piece of writing is super important.

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“But it’s just an abstract!” - The Importance of a Thorough Review

Citations and Referencing

Citations and ReferencingBy: Bethany Dahlstrom Published on: 24/10/2025

Learn how to keep your citations in order and what referencing styles you might come across in your academic work.

Academic WritingTools & Processes
Citations and Referencing