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At A2B Assessments we are always learning about new strategies, software and resources and we would like to share these with you.

Here on our student resources page you can find helpful articles and videos offering advice and tips to aid you with your studies and university life in general.

These resources are frequently updated so be sure to check back regularly.  

The A2B Blog

At A2B Assessments we are always learning about new strategies, software and resources and we would like to share these with you.

Here on our student resources page you can find helpful articles and videos offering advice and tips to aid you with your studies and university life in general.

These resources are frequently updated so be sure to check back regularly.

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7 Tips For Making Friends In Freshers (updated for COVID-19)
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The College Leavers Guide To The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
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Deafblind Awareness Week: DSA Support
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Video Blog #14 – 7 Revision Tips To Boost Your Exam Performance
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What is Autism?
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Video Blog #13 – 5 Productivity Tips For Students
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People with learning disabilities prioritised for COVID Vaccine
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Wim Hof Method To Improve Mental Health
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Microsoft Office Lens: Free Scanning App
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Chris Nikic’s Inspirational Story
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Todoist Organisational App
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The Best Mindfulness Meditation Apps
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UCAS Reports Massive Surge In Nursing Students
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Mental Health Disorders In Higher Education
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Video Games Can Improve Mental Health
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BBC Arts Launch Creative Commissions for Disabled Artists
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Video Blog #12 – How To Minimise Anxiety During Lockdown
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Understanding The Mental Health Of Young Adults
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6 Google Chrome Extensions That Improve Accessibility
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6 Google Chrome Extensions That Can Boost Your Productivity
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The Pros And Cons Of Online Learning
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Otter.Ai – Free Transcription App
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What Happens In Study Skills Sessions
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What Happens During Specialist Mentoring
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The Mental Health Benefits Of Journaling
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Android Accessibility Updates
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Accessibility In Video Games
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Studying At Home Tips
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Decision Day: To Study or Defer?
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Transitioning To University During Covid-19
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How To Do A Digital Detox
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4 Awesome TV Shows Featuring Disabilities: Netflix Edition
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Video Blog #11 – How Alcohol Affects Your Mental Health
10 disability aware movies to binge in lockdown
10 Disability Aware Movies To Binge In Lockdown
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Mental Health Awareness Week
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How Students Can Use Evernote
COVID-19: Ideas For Exercise
COVID-19: Ideas For Exercise
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COVID-19: How To Minimise Anxiety During The Coronavirus Pandemic
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Guide To The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
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Freedom – Distraction Blocker
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Being Paralysed didn’t stop Jason Becker Composing A New Album
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Be My Eyes – Free App To Help The Visually Impaired
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How Tyson Fury Overcame His Depression
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Video Blog #10 – What Is Anxiety?
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Why Students Don’t Claim The DSA
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Video Blog #9 – How Social Media Affects Our Mental Health
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How Alcohol Affects Your Mental Health
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New Grant Available For Nursing Students
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12 Tips For Reducing Exam Stress
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Surviving The January Blues
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Video Blog #8 – 5 Awesome Presentation Tips
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How To Improve Your Self Esteem
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Mental Health Stigma
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Important Changes To The DSA
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
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Video Blog #7 – The Pomodoro Technique
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MindView Mind Mapping Software
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What is Anxiety: An Overview
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Time Management Tips For Students
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How Social Media Affects Your Mental Health
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Dragon Dictate DSA Software
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Meditation for Stress and Anxiety
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Upcoming Event: AccessHE University Info Day
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Guest Post: STAART
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5 Tips For Giving Amazing Presentations
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World Mental Health Day
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Accessibility Features on iOS
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Video Blog #6 – 8 Tips To Help You Survive Financially At University
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Accessibility Features On Android
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Seeing AI By Microsoft – Free Software Showcase
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Video Blog #5 – 7 Tips For Making Friends In Freshers Week
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What To Expect At University – The Ultimate Guide
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Calm Harm Stops Self Harm
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Adjusting To Life After University
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How To Avoid Getting Ripped Off By Your Landlord
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Video Blog #4 – What Is Dyslexia? – An Overview
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Forest App: Liberate Yourself From Your Smartphone
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Video Blog #3 – How To Set S.M.A.R.T Goals
Surviving The January Blues
Surviving The January Blues
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How To Set Goals
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Christmas Student Tips
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Proofreading Tips
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7 Revision Tips To Boost Your Exam Performance
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What is Dyslexia? – A Brief Overview
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Productivity Hack #1 – Pomodoro Technique
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How To Survive Financially At University
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Free Software Showcase – AVG Antivirus
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Video Blog #2 – 7 Ways To Relieve Stress
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7 Ways To Relieve Stress
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Free Software Showcase – F.Lux
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Video Blog #1 – What is Mindfulness?
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Free Software Showcase – BeeLine Reader
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“Cerebral palsy won’t stop me becoming a lawyer”
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Scientists Cure Most Common Cause Of Blindness
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A Tribute To Stephen Hawking
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Free Software Showcase – Zotero
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Accessibility Tools On Mac OS X
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Accessibility Tools On Windows OS
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Free Software Showcase – Grammarly
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Welcome to the A2B Blog
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