How to Manage your Distance and Open Learning Course

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-vii

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2. Introduction

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   Pages 1-5

3. The Right Course for your Needs

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   Pages 6-27

4. Elements in Distance and Open Learning

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   Pages 28-53

5. Managing your Course

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   Pages 54-97

6. Supporting your Learning Experience

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   Pages 98-123

7. Skills Analysis and Course Assessment

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   Pages 124-154

8. The Challenges of Communication

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   Pages 155-168

9. What if Things go Wrong?

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   Pages 169-191

10. What Comes Next?

    • Lucinda Becker

    Pages 192-212

11. Back Matter

    Pages 213-216

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This book is an essential guide to all aspects of open and distance learning, covering how to choose a course, how to manage the routine aspects of studying and how to make the most of the learning opportunities, skills development and career advancement that can arise from your course. Key areas include time management, flexible learning techniques, assessment, finance, problem solving and dovetailing your course with domestic and professional commitments. The guidance is always practical and the tone is positive.

• assessment
• development
• learning
• management
• problem solving
• study skills
• time management

Lucinda Becker is Professor of Pedagogy in English Literature at the University of Reading, UK. She is also a professional trainer, developing and delivering courses in communication, presentation, management techniques and job-searching skills. She is the author of The Mature Student's Handbook, 14 Days to Exam Success and co-author of Writing for Engineers and Presentation Skills for Students (with Joan van Emden).

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