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Study Methods

Finding the right study technique is crucial for achieving success in your studies. The transition from high school to university can indeed feel quite significant.
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Your guide to better study techniques

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How AI can help you in your studies
The development and use of artificial intelligence in studies is growing and has also received a lot of criticism along the way.
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How to succeed at group work
Group work is a fixed part of almost all education in Denmark, and you may already have a lot of experience with this format.
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How to get good reading habits
How many times do you need to read a text to fully understand it? And how do you actually read a long academic report in the best way?
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How to get a handle on note-taking technique
Notes are an important tool for understanding both lectures and the curriculum in higher education.
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Use IDA’s simple tips for planning and get concrete help on how to structure your tasks so you get more out of your studies.
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When you have finished the lecture, it is important that you go through the notes and clean them up. What often happens is that the students scribble while listening more or less unconsciously, and when the lecture is over, they go out for lunch, and then they forget all about it for the exam.
Marianne Hagelia, researcher
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Our programs and tools provide you with the skills to master essential tools as a STEM student. Danish courses are with english subtitles.

Below, we have selected a few courses that can improve your study methods.
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Python next level
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Python’s core features while building practical skills. You’ll gain the ability to structure code logically, interact with data effectively, and implement efficient solutions to complex programming challenges.
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Python for beginners
Understand Python's interface and capabilities. Learn skills in data entry, formatting, and manipulation. Master Python's computational and logical functions. Learn techniques for API interaction and exception handling.
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Data analysis in Python
Use key Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib for data processing and visualisation. Clean and transform data for modeling. Build predictive models using classification and regression. Evaluate model performance to improve accuracy.
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Introduction to Mathcad Prime
Gain an understanding of Mathcad’s interface and mathematical tools. Import and export data to and from Excel and CSV. Use plots and charts for visual presentation of data. Programming with if-else structures for conditional functions.
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Frontend development in React/JavaScript
Understand frontend-backend collaboration in web development. Create and manage Firebase databases. Develop API requests for data interaction. Structure data for a user-friendly interface. Practice with realistic examples and exercises.
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Introduction to R
Learn to navigate and use the R editor. Understand RStudio for an enhanced coding experience. Work with data frames, crucial for handling datasets. Use operators, conditions, and logical expressions. Apply loops for efficient repetitive tasks. Learn key debugging techniques to perfect your code.
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Advanced R
Explore advanced R concepts with Tidyverse. Become an expert in data integration, including merging and filtering. Learn advanced data manipulation techniques. Perform in-depth analyses using Tidyverse. Get an overview of R's modelling language. Discover insights with linear models and trend predictions. Improve your data visualisation skills.
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Introduction to SymPy
Learn the basics of SymPy and its application in mathematical tasks. Gain skills in working with mathematical symbols and expressions. Learn about solving algebraic and calculus problems – including transcendental equations and optimisation.
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Introduction to ChatGPT
Gain an understanding of ChatGPT’s interface and advanced features. Acquire skills in dialogue management, response formatting, and data handling. Learn about the application of ChatGPT for image generation, data analysis, and internet navigation. Discover methods to integrate chatbots into written tasks and coding projects.
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Introduction to LaTeX
Gain insight into LaTeX’s interface and capabilities. Acquire skills in text entry, formatting, and manipulation. Learn the application of LaTeX’s advanced computational and logical functions. Master techniques for visual presentation and document formatting.
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