Possible challenges for particular groups of students by Dr Sean Bracken https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu Learning from (inherited values and) experience en-us 2018-01-18 18:00:33 UTC 2018-01-26 18:32:16 UTC hello@padlet.com First generation students: s_bracken https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/222555440 Some of this cohort might not feel like they below in the university, or feel 'out of place']]> 2018-01-18 18:24:43 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/222555440 Distance learners: https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225045257 Feel lack of support, isolation, access to physical resources, other life commitments impacting on them

Possible solutions: create an online learning community - forums etc.]]> 2018-01-26 14:00:09 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225045257 sjmargrave https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225045538 Disabled Student who is visually impaired or blind: The student will require reasonable adjustments, support, and adaptive technology, as well as support to engage with their peers. ]]> 2018-01-26 14:00:48 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225045538 Mature students: https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225046921 Digital skills/IT Literacy may be an issue sometimes. Other life commitments impact on them. Lack of confidence - low learning esteem possibly. Feel out of place

Possible solutions: create an online learning community - forums etc. Course to include study skills to bridge gaps in knowledge.

]]> 2018-01-26 14:03:39 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225046921 Cultural backgrounds https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047154 assist enrich the diversity of the insitute

This is postive/ ensure all can contribute

understanding of cultures/difference - to be more non-judgmental]]> 2018-01-26 14:04:07 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047154 Mental Health https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047310 engagment with learning sessions]]> 2018-01-26 14:04:25 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047310 Religious diversity (e.g. Sports therapy) https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047762 2018-01-26 14:05:23 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047762 Educational Background https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047829 Different level of qualifications and knowledge in one class]]> 2018-01-26 14:05:30 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047829 Gender https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047871 Some traditional male courses

]]> 2018-01-26 14:05:35 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225047871 Women returners kathrynsk9764 https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048021 'Mental load' of managing study on top of home life: childcare, relationships, jobs, finances (which are household rather than personal finances), etc.

Acknowledgement and empathy is very helpful. Build clear expectations & design course to recognise difficulty of travel etc., clear guidelines for acceptability of babes in arms and breastfeeding within the group.]]> 2018-01-26 14:05:52 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048021 Age of students https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048067 Some mature students lack confidence in thier abilities. This is sometimes due to a gap in thier education and approaches to learning that’s may be challanging or new. Mature students may have familes or other situations at home that may impact thier Learning e.g carers for family members. Mature students may also be first generation. ]]> 2018-01-26 14:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048067 https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048560 Disparity in life  experience within the cohort
 ]]> 2018-01-26 14:06:57 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048560 Hearing impairment https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048664 Speak to Disability Link Tutor
Don't cover your mouth while speaking
Don't turn away from the class/person while speaking
If using YouTube or other videos, explore adding subtitles or provide a written summary of the content]]> 2018-01-26 14:07:11 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048664 Disabled Student: The student is visually impaired/blind. The student will require reasonable adjustments, including access to assistive technology and advice course materials. As a lecturer we can ensure the student is facilitated to engage fully with their peers and the course content in sessions. sjmargrave https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048853 2018-01-26 14:07:30 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225048853 Students from further away https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049070 Most people local therefore it is more difficult for those who are not local to integrate.]]> 2018-01-26 14:07:55 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049070 Dyslexia https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049196 Extra time in exams
Level of support in class (time/explanations)
Adapt sessions
Understanding in marking]]> 2018-01-26 14:08:13 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049196 English as a second language https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049872 Avoid idioms/colloquial expressions or invite questions if puzzled!
Develop a course dictionary/glossary]]> 2018-01-26 14:09:46 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225049872 Language and culture https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050000 Students not having English as thier first language. Cultural beliefs and barriers to education may challang. ]]> 2018-01-26 14:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050000 Disabled Students: The student is visually impaired and therefore requires reasonable adjustments including adaptive technology, room modifications, a support worker and advanced course materials. As well as support to engage fully with course content and their peers. https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050041 2018-01-26 14:10:14 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050041 Mental Health https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050551 Before or during course.]]> 2018-01-26 14:11:19 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225050551 Any student Problem: sjmargrave https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225051421 Send them to first point!]]> 2018-01-26 14:13:09 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225051421 Injury https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225053305 Need to ensure you're aware of pre-existing injuries]]> 2018-01-26 14:16:46 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225053305 Also of interest: kathrynsk9764 https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225057234 Intersectionality]]> 2018-01-26 14:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/s_bracken/gyd9q2p1k9iu/wish/225057234