Academic writing and referencing bundle

This complete Academic Skills bundle combines Academic Writing Skills and Harvard Referencing into one fully planned, ready-to-teach package.

Designed to support students in developing essential study skills, this resource helps learners improve the quality of their written work, understand how to use evidence effectively, and apply referencing correctly.

Perfect for FE, KS4/KS5, resit learners, and university preparation, this bundle is ideal for study skills sessions, tutorials, and assignment preparation.

What’s included:
Academic Writing Skills
✔ Full lesson PowerPoint
✔ Extended writing workbook
✔ Formal vs informal language tasks
✔ PEEL paragraph structure activities
✔ Editing and improvement tasks
✔ Extended writing and mini essay opportunities

Harvard Referencing
✔ Full lesson PowerPoint
✔ Hands-on referencing workbook
✔ In-text citation practice
✔ Book, website, and journal referencing tasks
✔ Paraphrasing and “fix the mistakes” activities

In total, this bundle includes:
✔ 2 complete lesson PowerPoints (fully editable)
✔ 2 student workbooks (20+ pages combined)
✔ Structured writing and referencing tasks
✔ Extended writing opportunities
✔ Real academic-style practice

Learning outcomes covered:
Understand the features of academic writing
Use formal language and structured paragraphs (PEEL)
Develop ideas using evidence and explanation
Understand and apply Harvard referencing
Avoid plagiarism and demonstrate academic integrity
Improve overall written communication and study skills

Why teachers love this resource:
✔ Fully planned – no prep required
✔ Strong focus on real academic practice (not just theory)
✔ Helps students build independent writing skills
✔ Suitable for KS4–FE learners
✔ Ideal for assignment and coursework preparation

How to use:
Deliver as a complete academic skills programme
Use lessons individually for writing or referencing sessions
Ideal for tutorials, study skills, and exam preparation
Can be used alongside coursework support

Who is it for?
FE tutors
Secondary teachers (KS4/KS5)
Apprenticeship trainers
Study skills and support staff

Format:
PowerPoint (fully editable)
Word/PDF (printable workbooks)

Keywords:
Academic writing, Harvard referencing, study skills, FE resources, essay writing, plagiarism, referencing, writing skills

Please note:
These resources are designed for educational use and can be adapted to suit your setting.