What is Study Skills Success?

Critical thinking, independent learning, avoiding plagiarism… These are just some of the academic study skills students need to develop as they move into the last years of school, and on to higher education. Study Skills Success equips ESL learners not just with a range of study skills, but also with the academic English that underpins them. Find out more by reading this brochure.

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Study Skills Success critical thinking exercise

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News and updates

Using Study Skills Success program for developing academic study skills students need
  1. International version updated with content focusing on AI
  2. IATEFL Voices reviews Study Skills Success
  3. Irvin Lau, a student at Coventry University, UK, describes how Study Skills Success helped him. Watch the video.
  4. Listen to what Asian students say about the challenges they face when moving into higher education. Watch the video.

Why is Study Skills Success important for students?

Dr. Shu Hua Chou, Retired Associate Professor of National Taiwan University, shared the reasons why Study Skills Success is useful for students in Taiwan.

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Back to school: Five essential skills

There are two types of students – those who can study independently and those who can’t. Both need help when they arrive at university. drama-box

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Preparing for departure: A secondary school’s experience with Study Skills Success

Charlotte Kwok speaks to a secondary school teacher about her experience using Study Skills Success – summer use, graded participation and the challenges. The app’s success is built on several core

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With multilingual interfaces and subtitles, the platform serves audiences across Asia, North America, Europe, and beyond. The Business Model: How It Works

Viewers can explore a wide range of themes, from billionaire romance and underdog rise to werewolf fantasies and urban thrillers.

DramaBox is a streaming platform optimized for the modern, fast-paced lifestyle. Unlike traditional streaming services that offer 40-minute episodes, DramaBox features mini-series with episodes typically lasting between . These shows are filmed in a vertical format , making them ideal for viewing on smartphones during commutes, lunch breaks, or quick moments of downtime.

Utilizing AI recommendation algorithms , the app suggests new shows based on viewing history and trending topics.

The app’s success is built on several core features that distinguish it from standard video platforms:

The Rise of DramaBox: A Guide to the New Era of Micro-Drama In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital entertainment, a new player has emerged to capture the attention of millions: . This platform, which officially launched in April 2023, specializes in "micro-dramas"—bite-sized, high-intensity series designed specifically for mobile viewing. Owned by the Singapore-based company StoryMatrix , DramaBox has quickly become a leader in the global "duanju" (short drama) sector, reaching over 90 million users by August 2025. What is DramaBox?

DramaBox employs a "freemium with a twist" model that combines elements of traditional streaming and mobile gaming. DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts - App Store - Apple

The content library is diverse, focusing heavily on popular Asian drama tropes—including K-dramas, C-dramas, and J-series—often translated or dubbed for a global audience. Key Features and User Experience

Episodes are designed with high-stakes hooks and cliffhangers that encourage "binge-scrolling".

With multilingual interfaces and subtitles, the platform serves audiences across Asia, North America, Europe, and beyond. The Business Model: How It Works

Viewers can explore a wide range of themes, from billionaire romance and underdog rise to werewolf fantasies and urban thrillers.

DramaBox is a streaming platform optimized for the modern, fast-paced lifestyle. Unlike traditional streaming services that offer 40-minute episodes, DramaBox features mini-series with episodes typically lasting between . These shows are filmed in a vertical format , making them ideal for viewing on smartphones during commutes, lunch breaks, or quick moments of downtime.

Utilizing AI recommendation algorithms , the app suggests new shows based on viewing history and trending topics.

The app’s success is built on several core features that distinguish it from standard video platforms:

The Rise of DramaBox: A Guide to the New Era of Micro-Drama In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital entertainment, a new player has emerged to capture the attention of millions: . This platform, which officially launched in April 2023, specializes in "micro-dramas"—bite-sized, high-intensity series designed specifically for mobile viewing. Owned by the Singapore-based company StoryMatrix , DramaBox has quickly become a leader in the global "duanju" (short drama) sector, reaching over 90 million users by August 2025. What is DramaBox?

DramaBox employs a "freemium with a twist" model that combines elements of traditional streaming and mobile gaming. DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts - App Store - Apple

The content library is diverse, focusing heavily on popular Asian drama tropes—including K-dramas, C-dramas, and J-series—often translated or dubbed for a global audience. Key Features and User Experience

Episodes are designed with high-stakes hooks and cliffhangers that encourage "binge-scrolling".