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Level 1: Introduction To Online Learning And Personal Development Planning
Introduction
Understand the technical and personal
requirements of online learning; demonstrate
competencies in the use of the tools
available to online learners; possess the
ability to reflect on activities and personal
development in terms of both process and
task; identify effective operational techniques
in a variety of learning contexts; appreciate
the organisational, environmental and social
contexts in which their careers and lives
will unfold.
Module Description
This module aims to:
- Underpin the skills and attributes required to successfully engage in online learning.
- Grant students the opportunity to explore personal objectives in their current and future organisational roles through the development of a wide range of skills, behaviours and methodology.
Students will be encouraged to reflect critically upon such concepts as self-awareness, lifelong learning and acquiring new skills throughout the module.
Module Content
Student Online Learning Orientation
- Technical requirements
- Personal requirements/preparation
- Learning platform organisation and navigation
- Communication in "e-Learning" - Synchronous and Asynchronous
- Online assessments
- Collaborative learning tools – ´Webliography´ and ´Document Sharing´
Intrapersonal Development
- Self-awareness, lifelong learning and capability
- Learning styles and personal values
- Managing stress, uncertainty, transition and time
- Project planning, problem solving and creativity
- Awareness of the world of work and society
- Understanding of verbal communication, including effective presentations
- Written communication, including effective report-writing
- Study skills
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