Support framework in my own organisation

A range of activities are utilised to provide learner support for online learners – time management, motivation, stress management, engaging with course materials and study skills – such as writing and exam techniques. A resource zone was developed and a series of pathway support guides are available; alongside 24/7 access to an individual Course Mentor [...]

Successful implementation of assistive technology

Some factors to consider:-
Ensuring that learner’s needs are assessed
Ensure the specification of the technology meets the learner’s needs
Ensure the technology is easy to use, accessible and assists. Does it make a difference?
Support is provided throughout the installation and ongoing support is provided
Correct training is provided
Technology is running and correct – no downtime!
Ongoing monitoring and evaluation [...]

Financial Support for Students

 
Legislation can be controversial, often hotly contested, resulting in frequent revisions of national policies. After the publication of the Green Paper Every Child Matters in 2003, and the Children Act 2004 that followed it, LEAs (Local education authorities) began transforming into local authorities and reflecting their new role in integrating, planning and commissioning all services [...]

Friendship

 
What I found interesting about the case studies was the importance of friendship, which I think is something that perhaps may be overlooked. When students are asked about the things that are important in their experience of education one factor appears to be important above all others – friendship.
Whittaker et al, 1998 quote a [...]

Challenges, Strategies, Solutions

The things disabled students do or that others do for them.
Disabled students have to be always 3 steps ahead. They are constantly assessing accessibility. They often have to be everywhere earlier than everyone else to arrive on time or ensure they have enough space in the location.
Wheelchair users are often prevented from entering [...]