My study proposal is grown out of a recognition of an observed frustration these students feel towards their online distance study where there appears to be a perception that face-to-face study might be more beneficial and particularly more social in terms of peer group study opportunities.
Read MoreMy study will look at learner participation on e-learning portals on the Health and Social Care courses. The study will aim to explore learner participation on forums, their utilisation of resources and peer support to meet the guided learning hours of the course as well as the assessment criteria.
Read MoreThe area of research I have chosen is to look at is the problem of poor uptake of ILM leadership programmes at level 3, 4 and 5. The registrations on these programmes in our centre is falling each year and feedback from enquiries is often that the time to go on the traditional taught programmes is a barrier, as well as travel and accommodation costs to attend. Also leaver rates on these programs are also high with success rates being 25% currently of people starting the programme, 55% of registrations with the ILM. The length of time to complete the programme at level 5 is often over 2 years, compared to target end date of one year.
Read MoreI chose to research this area as it is an issue within adult literacy that needs to be addressed. There is a demand to incorporate digital learning but the struggles are left with the tutor and the learners. Many learners are not able to spell their name and address let alone make use of a PC or type on an IPod. Also, not all teachers are skilled in the use of ICT and digital media but are great teachers regardless of this ability.
Read MoreThe area of research I have chosen is to look at is the problem of poor uptake of leadership programmes at level 3, 4 plus 5 and I will be exploring the issues of the introduction of self-managed development as a strategic organisational development tool, and online education ‘Is it as effective as traditional teaching?’
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