My first tutorial under the new OU system went rather well this morning, I think.
We had a big class (bigger than before), about 18, and students came from all over the country.
It was just a one hour lesson - an introduction, so it was not possible to explain everything in great details.
I hope the session has given students some confidence in learning, and they'll continue enjoying the journey.
Technical - all went well. I did keep everything simple, by not using webtour.
Students watched 2 videos outside OU Live and we had a brief discussion.
They loved the videos - inspirational videos:
Video 1: Viktor Axelsen learns Mandarin
Great use of the Chat room - to get to know the students and some share their experiences.
For some reason I signed up for the AA100 module - The Arts Past and Present. I really look forward to the challenge.
Now I'll get a feel of being a student again, as well as a teacher with the OU.
I logged in and out yesterday playing different roles - as an AL and a student. Not quite time travelling, but adapting to different roles requires different mindsets.
The new module provides day schools, which include extra sessions. These will be stimulating. The tutorial venue is close to me, so I have no reason not to turn up.
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