Study Skills &

TMA
Preparation
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Now that you have
decided
the next question:
How?
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Outline of Presentation
WOUs Study Model and You
Self-Study: how to do it successfully
Time Requirement and Management
Tutors and Tutorial Support
Assignments and Examinations


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Other
Learners
WawasanLearn
Tutorials
Assessments
& Exams Regional
Centre Support
Digital
Library
YOU
Distance Learner
The WOUs ODL Model
Course
Materials
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Implications to You
A Different Approach to Learning
You Take Control of Your Own Learning
Acquire a New Set of Study Skills
Change in Life-Style
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Self-Study
Learning takes place through:
Interactive Course Materials:
exercises & activities
further readings
self-test (Quizzes, CMAs)
audio & video materials
Study/Discussion groups with peers
Online via WawasanLearn (LMS)
WOU Digital Library
Preparation of Assignments (TMAs), feedback
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To Undertake Self-Study
Successfully
Set Realistic and Achievable Goals
Adopt Effective Learning Styles &
Strategies*
Practice Effective Time Management
balance between study and work, family
and other obligations

some sacrifices may have to be made.
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Effective Learning Styles
& Strategies---know
yourself!
Learning Styles Strategies
1. Visual learners-prefer to
see what is being learnt.
Concept maps, colour coding,
creating diagrams.
4. Reflective learners-like to
think about and digest new
information.
Review new work, write
summaries, create own
overview of topics.
2. Auditory/verbal learners-
enjoy oral discussion.
Explain concepts to peers,
use mnemonics, create own
audio tapes by reading notes
3. Active learners-like to
engage themselves with the
material
Take notes, fill in sheets and
work with models.
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Effective Learning Styles
& Strategies
Learning Styles Strategies
5. Sensory learners-like to learn
facts, details and solve problems
Memorise facts, work on
projects and anything hands on.
8. Global learners-like to see the
big picture before learning
details.
Concept maps, diagrams, flow
charts. Make connections
between texts, notes and
tutorials.
6. Intuitive learners-like to
discover new relationships but
dislike repetition.
Create own tables, write
summaries and answer practice
questions.
7. Sequential learners-like the
step by step approach.
Go through a problem
methodically, fill in sheets, do
error analysis.
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Motivating Yourself to
Study
1. Have a conducive environment to study.
2. Break down the bigger tasks into smaller
achievable bits.
3. Set realistic learning targets & goals
4. Have incentives reward yourself upon
completion of a task.
5. Be positive.
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Motivating Yourself to
Study
6. Learn actively.

7. Relax and exercise regularly.

8. Form study group.

9. Negotiate the support and understanding of
your loved ones in this endeavour. You need
their moral & physical support!
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Time Required to Study a
Typical WOU 5-credit Course
Self-Study*
(hrs)
Tutorial & TMA (hrs) Total
Unit 1 32 Tutorial 2 34
Unit 2 32 Tutorial, TMA1 2+10 44
Unit 3 32 Tutorial, TMA2 2+10 44
Unit 4 32 Tutorial, TMA3 2+10 44
Unit 5 32 Tutorial 2 34
Total 160 40 200
Time Allocated for
Self-study * (including WawasanLearn & e-Library): 160/200 80%
Tutorial : 10/200 5%
TMA Preparation : 30/200 15%
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How much time do you
need this Semester?
For one 5-credit course, you will require to
devote 200 hours for self-study
200hr/19weeks = 10.5 hours per week
For 2 courses, 21 hours per week
For 3 courses, 31.5 hours per week
this works out to be 6.3 hours per day!!!
(or 4.5 /day including Saturday & Sunday)
Remember: You have a FULL-TIME job as well
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How are you going
to find the time?
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Work
Entertainment
Study
Family
Social
Juggling various responsibilities and commitments
You will have to prioritize
Some of the less important activities may have
to be sacrificed
Time Management
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Time Management Tips
Set Targets
Know what you want to achieve in a day, week or
month
Scheduling
Make a schedule for your study, social activities,
exercises, dates etc (birthdays, anniversaries!!)
Prioritise
Identify which tasks are most important and need to
be done first and which ones can be done later
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Time Management Tips
Avoid Procrastination
Stick to your schedule, try not to postpone
Spend about 1-2 hours per day (5 days) per
course for self-study
Know when you are most effective
Use the times when you feel most energetic to
do tasks that are more demanding, e.g. study
the difficult components!
Use spare minutes
Use your waiting time for making and reading
short notes
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Tutors and Tutorial Support

Tutors role:
Conduct Tutorials (F2F)
(Facilitator NOT Lecturer)
Conduct Telephone Tutoring
Moderate WawasanLearn
Marking and grading of assignments
Provide academic counseling
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WOU Student Support:
Tutorials
During Tutorials
Exchange ideas with tutors and fellow students
Clarify concepts/assignment questions
In-depth discussions on issues and applications
Get feedback on previous assignments

Reminder:
Facilitation & discussion, NOT lecture
Limited hours: Not all queries/doubts can be clarified
use WawasanLearn , e-Library & other learning
support services
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Assessment Strategy

ASSESSMENT

Level 100 & 200
courses
Level 300, SST
Project Courses,
CEMBA & CEMPA
courses

Continuous
Assessment
50% 40%
Final Examinations
50% 60%
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Assignments (TMAs)
Assignments = Course work to demonstrate your
understanding of the course content.
Thus, it is your own work.
Types: essays, problem solving, case studies,
projects or laboratory reports

Adhere strictly to deadline for submission plan
and manage your time
seek prior approval for late
submission to avoid mark deduction!!!
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Preparing for
Final Examination
Before exam:
Study regularly throughout the semester
Stick to a revision time table
Apply proven review/revision techniques
Practice using specimen and past exam
papers
Look after your health

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Some proven revision
techniques
Practice jotting down answers and making essay
plans.
Practice writing against the allocated time using
past year questions.
Use good quality notes, refine them further into
lists, mind maps, diagrams and transfer them
onto revision cards.
Create and plan a topic list and study schedule.
Thank You