PUG: Pre-Undergraduate Short Course (2020-21)
Topic outline
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#1: Independent learning
#1: Becoming an independent learnerHi, my name is Judith Holverson. I'm a Research and Academic Development Skills Lecturer at the University of Essex. I'm also the Module Leader on IA145: Research and Academic Development Skills.
How is university different from your previous forms of study?
Probably the main difference for you will be the need to organise and motivate yourself to study during your non-contact time. As a university student, you need to take control of your learning. You need to develop what scientists call a "growth mindset".
Independent learning is a central part of being a student. It will challenge your motivation and dedication while developing your organisational and time management skills. Being an independent learner means being an active learner, taking responsibility for your workload, commitments and deadlines. When mastered, it will be the key to success in your studies. This week's mini-lecture will help you to think about how to organise and prioritise your learning, including how to use effective time management strategies.
"A teacher is one who makes himself progressively unnecessary."
- Thomas Carruthers
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Pre-lecture readings and activities for topic #1: Independent learning.
⏳ DURATION: 25 minutes
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1.2: FEATURE LECTURE
Becoming an independent learner
This week's lecture is on how to take responsibility for your own education by becoming an independent learner.
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