Study Skills: Harvard Referencing and Time Management

This study skills portfolio demonstrates proficiency in various essential academic techniques. It covers Harvard referencing with examples for books, journal articles, and web pages. The portfolio addresses the concept of effective time management and explores different online resources. A key component is the application of critical thinking using the Plymouth model, exemplified by analyzing a 'Holiday in Turkey' scenario. The portfolio concludes by emphasizing the importance of these study skills in enhancing competence, self-esteem, and overall academic performance, advocating for effective time management and adherence to regulations for a successful learning experience. Desklib provides similar solved assignments and resources for students.

Study Skills Portfolio

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
TASK 1............................................................................................................................................3
Harvard Referencing....................................................................................................................3
TASK 2............................................................................................................................................4
Covered on PPT...........................................................................................................................4
TASK 3............................................................................................................................................4
Plymouth model based on Holiday in Turkey.............................................................................4
CONCLUSION................................................................................................................................6
Books and Journals:.....................................................................................................................7

INTRODUCTION
Study skill is defined as an array of the skill that help in tackling process of the
organising & taking in any new information, dealing with the assessment and retaining
information. Study skills also help the individual to feel more in power or control of their studies,
good organised & help them in meeting new challenges as they progress through their degree
(Pehlivan, 2020). There are various study skill that help individual in learning many thing and
also help the their development. This report is going to cover citation of the different references,
concept of effective time management, different medium available to individual online, that
suited for individual's purpose. Beside it, this report will also discuss about critical thinking and
Plymouth model based on the Holiday in Turkey.
TASK 1
Harvard Referencing
A book by a single author
Citation: (Davies, 2022)
Reference: Davies, M., 2022. Study skills for international postgraduates. Bloomsbury
Publishing.
A book by three or more authors
Citation: (Silber‐Varod, Eshet‐Alkalai and Geri, 2019)
Reference: Silber‐Varod, V., Eshet‐Alkalai, Y. and Geri, N., 2019. Tracing research trends of
21st‐century learning skills. British Journal of Educational Technology, 50(6), pp.3099-3118.
A book with a later edition
Citation: (Van Blerkom, 2011)
Reference: Van Blerkom, D. L., 2011. College study skills: Becoming a strategic learner.
Cengage Learning.
A journal articles
Citation: (Singh and Thurman, 2019)
Reference: Singh, V. and Thurman, A., 2019. How many ways can we define online learning? A
systematic literature review of definitions of online learning (1988-2018). American Journal of
Distance Education, 33(4), pp.289-306.
A journal article from an internet source

Citation: (Study Skills – Definition, Types, and Importance, 2021)
Reference: Study Skills – Definition, Types, and Importance, 2021. [Online] Available through:
< https://www.marketing91.com/study-skills/>
A web pages
Citation: (Rowland and et.al., 2018)
Reference: Rowland, S. and et.al., 2018. ‘Just turn to us’: the persuasive features of contract
cheating websites. Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education, 43(4), pp.652-665.
TASK 2
Covered on PPT
TASK 3
Plymouth model based on Holiday in Turkey.
Critical thinking is defined as an intellectual disciplined procedure of actively & skilfully
conceptualizing, applying, analysing and evaluating the information gathered from and generated
by, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning and communication, as a guide to eth action
and belief.
Description
It defines clearly that what an individual is taking about, say exactly and what is
involved, under what circumstance. Practising of this function helps individuals in introducing
any topic (Kang, Lee and Cho, 2021).
What- Turkey is an ideal place for taking the family if individuals are looking to keep whole
clan happy. Famed for its ancient historical ruins, world-class beaches & fantastic summer
climate, it is identified that Turkey is a best destination for anyone who looking for the sunny
European break. At this place issue is to explore different destination within Turkey.
Where- In Turkey, there are several places, where visitors should go. These places are Istanbul,
Dalaman, Kusadasi, Izmir and many more. These are few excellent place in Turkey as at these
places, these are unique position that give the entire city a magical glow with skyline shaped.
Analysis
It explains and examines how parts fit into a whole; give reason contrast and compare
different elements; show an understanding of the relationship. In such way, analysis forms main
part of the in depth study.

Why- Holiday in Turkey is worth as there are many beautiful beaches such as Fethiye, Antalya,
Bodrum and many more. There are various Archaeological sites and excellent museums which
actively preserve finding from different archaeological sites all around the nation.
What if- When celebrating holidays in Turkey, if there is any kind of issues related to the
country's rules and others then individuals may face a difficult situation. Therefore, it is
suggested that during Holiday in Turkey, people should obey all the rules and policies
formulated by the government of respective nation.
Evaluation
It judges failure and success of something, its implication or value. The evaluation lead
individuals to recommendations or conclusion and are usually found at end of piece of the
academic work, chapter and other text (Robinson, 2018).
So what- Holidays in Turkey is very successful if individual explore every destination properly.
It is significant for individuals to visit here as people can learn various thing and gain knowledge
from that place.
What next- as there are various destinations that consist any story or information. Therefore, it
will be very beneficial for the individual to visits here. It is recommended to the visitor that
whenever they visit such place then should comply with all the government regulation related to
holidays in respective nation so that their holiday become more enjoyable and memorial.

CONCLUSION
From the above report, it has been concluded that study skill enhances individual's competence,
self-esteem and confidence. It also helps the individual form any kind of anxiety, deadlines and
test. By developing the study skills, individuals become enable to cut down on numbers of the
hours spend studying and other work. This report has also discussed about the critical thinking
which is very essential for the individuals. Therefore, it is advised to every student or individual
that they should manage their time in such a manner that enable them to complete their work
timely in more effective and efficient manner.

REFERENCES
Books and Journals:
Kang, K., Lee, M. and Cho, H., 2021. Interpersonal skills mediate the relationship between
communicative and clinical competencies among nursing students: A descriptive
study. Nurse Education Today, 99, p.104793.
Robinson, B., 2018. Support for student learning. In Distance teaching for higher and adult
education (pp. 141-161). Routledge.
Pehlivan, K. B., 2020. A study on perception of communication skills of preservice
teachers. Elementary Education Online, 4(2), pp.17-17.