LEARNING SKILLS FOR OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNERSOUMH1103TUTOR:KHADIJAH ABDUL RAHMAN

Chapter 1Managing Your Learning OUMs learning modesBlended approach of learning Self-managed learning, Face-to-face learningOnline learning.

Self-managed learningFace-to-face learningOnline learningModule + Other resources.

Module + peer support.

Module + tutor and expert support.

Independently, time availability.

Advantages:Increase skill.Quality learning.Lifelong learning.Use of new technology.Actual classroom.

Meetings. (weekend)

Environment.Formal.Lab.

Teaching strategies.

Lectures.Discussion.Exercises.Presentations.

Virtual classroom.

myLMS.

Online Content.Journal, web site, etc.PDF doc.Ms PP, Ms Word.

Discussion:Asynchronous : forums, email.Synchronous : chat.

Being Independent What?Able to do your work by your own, own thinking.Why?Working student.Greater responsibility towards your study.How?Planning and managing the smart way Applying smart time management Motivating yourself Developing learning strategies your own learning personal style

Maximising OUM Learning Facilities. Face-to-face tutorial weekend.Online discussion forum myLMS.Learner Service Centre - Internet website, etc.Information resources-newpapers, books, etc.

Coping With Learning Managing stress

SymptomsOutburst of angerA loss of efficiency in studiesRestlessness/ uneasiness at being aloneWithdrawal from friend and social situationA lack of joy, spontaneity, happiness or enthusiasmA preoccupation with certain thought especially negative onesDifficulty in concentrating/inability to make minor decisionsAn intolerance of people, irritability especially during discussion or disagreements

Strategies to manage stress Organize your self life.Control environment what and who is surrounding you learning peers.Positive feedback encourage and support yourself.Reward relax, leisure.Exercise health and productivity.Relax breathing, positive thought.Rest ex. 10 min break after every hour.Aware of your self physically, mentally.Balanced diet.Enjoy your self

Coping with everyday studyOwn resources library, internet, tutor, peer.Do not have to cope alone talking, discussing family, friends, tutor.Be realistic set goal that be achieved.Cannot achieve absolute control.Cooperate and collaborate.Join study group.Communicate with tutors myLMS, face-to-face, etc.Learn to accept failure.Dont be upset.Speak it out and find the way to improve.

Anxiety Fear for not perform well Anticipatory anxiety distress while studying or preparing for the test/quiz/assignment.

Overcome?Relax. Be focused.Think positive.Study in group.Have a specific study time.Gat a set of complete notes.Get comfortable with yourstudy place.Know where you stand and where you are heading.Situational anxiety distress during examination or before assignment is due.

Overcome?Be punctual.Organize your work schedule.Avoid highly anxious friends.Read and understand the instructions.Work at a comfortable place.Ask for clarification.Keep moving.Relax.

AcademicBalancePersonalTypes of Goal Long-term goals.Ex. Graduate in 2007.Short-term goals.Ex. Spend 2 hours for assignment. Goal

S MARTCharacteristic of effective goalsspecificMeasurableAttainableRelevantTime-bounded

Motivational Strategies For Successful Learning Basic strategiesChallenge but realistic and achievable.Bigger to small.Positive problem as opportunity.Aim high.Active learning.Learn from mistakes.Monitor Your Learning

Time Management What?The way to regulate or schedule your time Benefit ?Plan aheadEvaluate progress.Spend more productive time.Control activity.Prioritize by listing the most important thingAvoid time conflict Guidelines:Identify study time.Every week.Sleep habits!.Mentally almost alert.Aware.Manage and achieve goals.Avoid last-minute rush.How?i. Analyze use of time manage your time + manage your self.ii. Set your priorities have to be focused.iii.Plan a schedule planner, diaries, time tables

Concentration Strategies to sustain learning.Causes of poor concentration.Environment leave, re-arrange, library, classroom.Noise study away, silence.Physical balanced diet, exercise.Disinterest talk, share.Anxiety - proper perspective, positive.Intimidating Study task break into smaller, rewards and fines!.Daydreaming separate.Worries define problem, plan to resolve, talk, share.

Strategies:Identify the causes/distraction.Control plan and organize schedule consider own needs.Keep controlling Conducive study area.Right space.Comfortable furniture, lightning.Ability to stay organized!.Design area in room or house just for studying.Make it pleasant motivating, positive place.Secure - no distraction, convenient, block noise.Good ventilation, temperature.

Learning Styles.What?How you grab and process information.Why?Improved learning.Be more focused.Improve concentration.Learn effectively.Studying to suit your own needs.(See Appendix 1.1)