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1910, 2015
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Tool 1: Am I Ready for Study?

By |October 19th, 2015|

With the opening tool, prospective flexible learners are presented with the opportunity to reflect and self-assess if they are ready to commit to online study. This quick quiz is comprised of six sections addressing the following relevant topics: Previous Study, Work and Family, Study Intentions, Study Skills, Computer Skills and Work Habits. After answering each

1907, 2015
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Student Success Toolbox Project Recent Presentations

By |July 19th, 2015|

Members of the Student Success Toolbox project recently presented the project to the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching & Learning in Higher Education, Dublin, Ireland, the European Distance and E-Learning Network (EDEN) Conference, Barcelona and at EdTech2015 Irish Learning and Technology Association, Ireland.

Dr. James Brunton (DCU) presented to the National Forum for the Enhancement of

2206, 2015
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Evaluating the Impact of the Student Success Toolbox

By |June 22nd, 2015|

Evaluating the Impact of the Student Success Toolbox

To assess the impact of the project, the project team is using the Impact Evaluation Framework (IEF) for teaching and learning projects employed by both the Office for Learning and Teaching in Australia and the New Zealand National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence (Ako Aotearoa). The framework examines:

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1906, 2015
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Student Success Toolbox – A Brief Overview

By |June 19th, 2015|

The project seeks to address the problem of effective transitions and the foundations for student success during the initial stages of the study lifecycle with a specific focus on flexible learners. In the context of this project a broad definition is adopted of flexible learners, which includes adult learners engaged in part-time and online/distance learning.