How do I write an essay on Macbeth as Hero?

How do we approach essay questions when we feel stuck? Trying to launch into writing an essay from a blank page or screen is always going to be difficult because you have no foundation or building blocks to start with. … Read More

Student Problems: ‘I can’t cope with big books!’

“I’m hitting a text wall – I read a page over and over and the words just swim in front of me – nothing goes in.” Sounds like you’re having to mark too many exam scripts 🙂 . I’m tempted … Read More

Should I use journal articles for undergraduate study?

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Journals are excellent sources for up to date research but on a practical level they are usually highly specialised, with a natural focus on research rather than teaching and are written with academics rather than students in mind. The language … Read More