<![CDATA[Leeds Beckett University: Skills for Learning]]>81ecb418-0a8f-5a4b-bdb1-f5126d44160aTue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:17 +0000Captivate.fmSkills for Learning team @ Leeds Beckett Universityhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/ba640110-9a9e-4e7e-967b-fc843e6311a2/_hCtBr3_zOr4DC6xyrqcAmml.jpgLeeds Beckett University: Skills for LearningSkills for Learning team @ Leeds Beckett UniversitySkills for Learning team @ Leeds Beckett UniversityHear from LBU staff and students about how to develop your academic skills and achieve assignment success. Whether you're on campus or at home, at your desk or on the go, you can listen at a time that suits you. Skills for Learning podcast episodes are published regularly and cover a broad range of academic skills topics. Remember to check back regularly for new episodes!https://skills-for-learning.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastHow to succeed in your first year of undergraduate studyHow to succeed in your first year of undergraduate studyAcademic Skills Tutor William Connell sits down with Specialist Study Skills and Inclusive Practice Tutor Phill Ruddock to unpack the real experiences of first-year university students. Drawing on the voices of 40 students from a recent focus group, they explore what undergraduates wish they’d known before starting university, the challenges they faced, and the support that can make a difference.

]]>Academic Skills Tutor William Connell sits down with Specialist Study Skills and Inclusive Practice Tutor Phill Ruddock to unpack the real experiences of first-year university students. Drawing on the voices of 40 students from a recent focus group, they explore what undergraduates wish they’d known before starting university, the challenges they faced, and the support that can make a difference.

]]>95ca0f7c-98e4-4cea-90a5-2cd94b9f752cTue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +010015:12falsefull1121121Getting the most out of your Online Reading ListsGetting the most out of your Online Reading ListsAcademic Librarian Catherine Parkin talks to Learning Resources Librarian Jacqui Hunt, about how Online Reading Lists can support  independent learning, save time and help students feel more in control of their workload.

]]>Academic Librarian Catherine Parkin talks to Learning Resources Librarian Jacqui Hunt, about how Online Reading Lists can support  independent learning, save time and help students feel more in control of their workload.

]]>1786b875-57eb-4842-8f2d-3ba0eb2e8589Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +010016:35falsefull1111111Wellbeing and academic skillsWellbeing and academic skillsWellbeing Practitioner Richard Newman and Specialist Mentor Team Manager Matt Graham talk to Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard about wellbeing and academic skills.

]]>Wellbeing Practitioner Richard Newman and Specialist Mentor Team Manager Matt Graham talk to Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard about wellbeing and academic skills.

]]>91a0daf3-0c3d-4edd-9c19-6a7d8ac7493bMon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +010032:22falsefull1101101Academic IntegrityAcademic IntegrityIn this episode, Tim Deignan from Disability Advice and Joe Larkin from the Academic Skills team discuss what academic integrity really means and share some tips on how to demonstrate this in your writing and avoid plagiarism.

]]>In this episode, Tim Deignan from Disability Advice and Joe Larkin from the Academic Skills team discuss what academic integrity really means and share some tips on how to demonstrate this in your writing and avoid plagiarism.

]]>0516fd95-67e5-4bfb-9bd1-ff2134dbc9d0Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +010010:36falsefull19191Effective readingEffective readingIn this episode, Morven Grindrod and Tim Deignan from the Disability Advice Team share their thoughts on how to read effectively for your course while you’re at university.

]]>In this episode, Morven Grindrod and Tim Deignan from the Disability Advice Team share their thoughts on how to read effectively for your course while you’re at university.

]]>ea5a32de-0ef6-4a6c-bead-fc4fb0e7ba5cMon, 06 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +010011:07falsefull18181Studying in your final yearStudying in your final yearIn this episode, Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard talks to recent graduates Anna and Lucy about their experiences of moving into their third year of study.

]]>In this episode, Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard talks to recent graduates Anna and Lucy about their experiences of moving into their third year of study.

]]>ed347aa5-bbd7-476b-a42e-04da38da7a62Mon, 30 Jan 2023 09:00:00 +010004:58falsefull17171Dr Tom Mitchell: The benefits of academic skills supportDr Tom Mitchell: The benefits of academic skills supportSkills for Learning tutor Laura Key discusses why all students should access academic skills support with Dr Tom Mitchell from the Carnegie School of Sport.

]]>Skills for Learning tutor Laura Key discusses why all students should access academic skills support with Dr Tom Mitchell from the Carnegie School of Sport.

]]>8cb7ca25-ea2f-4363-aa70-23da63bff17cMon, 05 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +010017:48falsefull16161Presentation skillsPresentation skillsSkills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Karen Croft discuss what makes a good presentation. 

]]>Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Karen Croft discuss what makes a good presentation. 

]]>5f0bfaee-e014-448a-9c92-ef16092a680bTue, 11 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +010024:17falsefull15151Finding informationFinding informationAcademic Librarian Jennie Winterburn discusses finding information with Skills for Learning tutor Laura Key. 

]]>Academic Librarian Jennie Winterburn discusses finding information with Skills for Learning tutor Laura Key. 

]]>85f4405d-0c34-45cc-9b66-3b489b34081aTue, 14 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +010019:36falsefull14141Understanding assignment feedbackUnderstanding assignment feedbackSkills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard discuss what your feedback means and what you should do next to make the most of your feedback.

]]>Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard discuss what your feedback means and what you should do next to make the most of your feedback.

]]>2d35a2fb-d912-489f-81bd-dae4757d6fc3Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +010019:06falsefull13131How to write the perfect assignmentHow to write the perfect assignmentSkills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard examine what goes into a really good assignment, from planning and structure to evidence, referencing and the final editing process.

]]>Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard examine what goes into a really good assignment, from planning and structure to evidence, referencing and the final editing process.

]]>1ec08a36-8936-4a4e-94cb-253fd8408e16Tue, 15 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +010032:32falsefull12121Introduction to the Skills for Learning PodcastIntroduction to the Skills for Learning PodcastHear from LBU staff and students about how to develop your academic skills and achieve assignment success. Whether you're on campus or at home, at your desk or on the go, you can listen at a time that suits you. 

Skills for Learning podcast episodes are published regularly and cover a broad range of academic skills topics. Remember to check back regularly for new episodes!

]]>Hear from LBU staff and students about how to develop your academic skills and achieve assignment success. Whether you're on campus or at home, at your desk or on the go, you can listen at a time that suits you. 

Skills for Learning podcast episodes are published regularly and cover a broad range of academic skills topics. Remember to check back regularly for new episodes!

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