Many of our courses are tailored to support prospective, incoming and current UoR students at important milestones in their academic, from thinking about applying and transition to university-level study through to blended learning in department modules.
Supporting incoming students
We have created a collection of courses to support application and transition to University of Reading. This includes courses to support with the entry process including preparing for interviews, help students prepare for university life and academic study. This successful collection has become a core part of the Undergraduate journey and a fully embedded offering from 30 Departments, the Admissions and Outreach Team, and Study Advice.
Students who have completed these courses have reported benefits that span their time at university and beyond. Our evaluation surveys for Study Smart, which helps new students transition into university-level learning, found that incoming students felt welcome, part of the UoR community and more confident studying at university.
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“The online course team are an exceptional mix of individuals who are both creative and have a wealth knowledge regarding student learning. Working with them on Study Smart, has enabled us to put together a successful course which has engaging activities, videos and interactive elements. They ask probing questions, offer creative solutions and demonstrate their deep knowledge of pedagogic principles of online learning. It has been a true pleasure working with them to ensure we offer an effective online transition course, which students truly value and we, in Study Advice, are proud of.” Dr Sonia Hood Study Advice Manager, Study Advice |
Supporting current students
Many of our external facing online courses are designed to add value for our students by providing a compulsary introductory blended learning resource for key modules (e.g., Small and Mighty: Introduction to Microbiology and Begin Robotics).
There are also courses which have been designed as an additional resource to support students taking the University’s RED Global Engagement and Sustainable Action Awards.
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“Working with the Online Courses team has been invaluable for the RED Awards. The FutureLearn courses have been pivotal in supporting students to complete the RED Awards as they can be accessed when and where they choose. The reflections they submit as part of the Awards demonstrate the depth of learning they achieve, with resulting actions impacting both the student and the wider community. The team have been super helpful in providing updated links for our webpages to ensure that students can easily navigate the resources and gain their digital certificates which are key evidence of their training for future employers.” Leonie Fisher Awards Coordinator |
