I learnt more about the origin of learner support and theoretical and conceptual frameworks that are used to guide learner support. I have also gained more exposure to past and ongoing research on learner support systems and models. This has made me think more carefully about learner support in a distance education environment as it requires more planning in order to cater for the geographically dispersed learners. How did you learn the material? The learning environment is multi dimensional which could lead to one not learning all the necessary material. To avoid omission, I have made it my task to go through each and every page so as to learn all the material and use it effectively. How confident are you about your knowledge of this unit? I am not yet fully confident, but I know that with more engagement with the learning materials and my peers my confidence will definitely improve.
What was challenging for you in learning the material? There are many learning materials that I need to read and use in the discussion forum. It was quite challenging for me to read all the materials, make sense and use them to formulate my ideas.
What strategies helped you learn the material? I have learnt to go through each and every page of the material, make notes of the main idea that each material presented.
What changes will you make in your approaches to studying for the upcoming unit? I will allocate more time for engaging with my learning material, read and synthesize it beforehand.