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“This book is a treasure-trove of ideas, practical tips, and
thoroughly sensible advice!” Dr Cora Beth Fraser,
Associate Lecturer and Honorary Research Associate with The Open
University “An essential guide for anyone considering online
learning – whether wholly online or through blended learning.”
Natacha Harding, University of Winchester, UK “Gina May and Tim
Bentley have written a must-read guide for anyone who is
considering studying online.” Yolanda De Iuliis, Student Support
Worker, The Open University, researcher and host of podcast
‘Conversations About Mithras’ Online learning skills differ
from those needed for face-to-face learning. A Student’s Guide to
Online Learning teaches you how to develop those skills through a
range of advice, examples and practical exercises whether you are
undertaking distance, wholly online or blended learning. Many
students experience difficulties when dealing with the differences
between learning in the traditional and digital environments. A key
component of the successful completion of any online or blended
course is confidence and enjoyment, this book enables you to have
both. This book covers all you need to know for your online course,
including: •How to develop an academic online persona •How to
communicate in synchronous and asynchronous situations including
tutorials and forums •Tips on confidently networking behind the
computer screen •Advice on qualifications, career paths and
employability skills Written by experienced academics who act as
mentors throughout, A Student’s Guide to Online Learning is an
accessibly written, comprehensive, one-stop guide for students at
all levels who are learning online in any capacity. Gina
May is an Independent Course Provider; Associate Lecturer at
the Open University and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education
Academy with a particular interest in online teaching and
learning. Tim Bentley is an NHS Paramedic and
Paramedic Educator responsible for mentoring student paramedics in
their clinical education. He has a particular interest in and has
championed and implemented Virtual Learning Environments and web
services.
Whatever stage of the peer mentoring journey your students are at,
this engagingly-written book will help them to get the most out of
their peer mentoring experience. It explains the role of peer
mentors in universities and shows students exactly what's involved
in providing academic and pastoral support to other students. The
book also contains a helpful trouble-shooting chapter, packed with
supportive guidance on dealing with challenging scenarios. The
final chapters of the book prompt students to reflect on the skills
they have developed through peer mentoring, and help them to
articulate these skills to prospective employers. This book will be
an essential companion for both aspiring and current student
mentors, and an invaluable reference point for staff involved in
facilitating peer mentoring schemes.
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