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This course provides a comprehensive foundation in essential academic and learning skills required for effective study and lifelong learning. It begins by developing self-awareness as a learner, exploring learning styles, motivation, and reflective learning, and introducing structured approaches such as Kolb’s experiential learning cycle and concept mapping to organise knowledge. Learners build critical reading and note-taking skills, progressing from basic comprehension to advanced analytical and evaluative reading. The course covers practical techniques such as structured note systems, critical questioning, and efficient information processing. It also develops research competencies, including planning search strategies, evaluating sources, using academic databases, and avoiding plagiarism through proper referencing methods such as the Harvard system. In addition, the programme strengthens communication and collaboration skills through active listening, effective feedback, group work dynamics, and intercultural teamwork. It further explores creativity and problem-solving approaches, stress and time management techniques, and structured project planning tools. The course also equips learners with practical academic writing and presentation skills, including essay and report writing, as well as examination preparation strategies. Overall, it enables learners to develop independent, reflective, and effective study practices applicable across academic and professional contexts. Duration: 12 hours Maximum Completion Time: 7 days Delivery Mode: Online self-study Program Offered By: Member institutions of the VBNN Smart Education Group Certificate Title: Professional Training Certificate in Developing Study Skills Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion