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CPD Webinar – Why is summarising so hard?

Why is summarising so hard? CPD Webinar – Live on 28 April, 4:30-5:30pm BST

Summarising is a crucial skill for academic success, yet many students—especially neurodivergent learners—struggle to condense information effectively. This CPD-accredited webinar, led by CiM Co-founder and MD Victoria Bagnall, delves into the cognitive processes behind summarising and why it can be so challenging.

Join us as we explore the executive functions involved in identifying key ideas, filtering out unnecessary details, and structuring information clearly. Through practical strategies and expert insights, you’ll learn how to support students in developing summarising skills that enhance comprehension, critical thinking, and academic confidence.

£50.00

What's included with the CPD Webinar – Why is summarising so hard?

Level: All Levels

Duration: 1 hour

Type: CPD Accredited Webinar

Downloads: Handout PDF

Resources: 31 Student Resources

Why we developed the CPD Webinar – Why is summarising so hard?

Essay writing is a fundamental academic skill, yet many students—especially neurodivergent learners—struggle to organise their thoughts and structure their writing effectively. This CPD-accredited webinar, led by CiM Co-founder and MD Victoria Bagnall, explores the role of the prefrontal cortex and executive functions in the writing process. Discover why essay writing can be so challenging and gain practical strategies to help students develop the skills they need to plan, structure, and articulate their ideas with confidence.
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