From vocational education to Open University study: Learners reflect

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From vocational education to Open University
study Learners reflect

• Learner Voice conference, 15 October 2008

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The OU model

• Supported open learning
• No formal entry requirements for most courses
• Personalised advice and guidance available on
  appropriate starting point
• Study skills content built into modules.

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Teaching and learning

• Distance learning
• Study supported by a named tutor (Associate
  Lecturer) who acts as first point of contact for
  students
• Combination of face-to-face tutorial, telephone,
  email and online conferencing
• Some courses involve week-long residential
  schools.

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The panel

• Cynthia Crane
• David Foulger
• Tracey Usher
• Facilitator Catherine Fletcher

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From vocational learning to the OU

• How did you find the transition?

• What are the key differences?

• What lessons can we learn from your experiences?

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Open University in the South EastSt Jamess
House150 London RoadEast Grinstead RH19
1HGc.l.fletcher_at_open.ac.uk

• www.open.ac.uk