aicm Training News From classroom to home, how to enhance your online learning with AICM Online courses offer a great opportunity for learners
Plan your schedule
to experience a collaborative learning environment.
Planning is a great way to help you reinvigorate your
Collaborative learning is an important way to help
motivation to study online. The best way to do this is to
learners gain experience in interaction and develop
utilise an effective calendar system and create a study
important skills in critical thinking, self-reflection, and
plan.
construction of knowledge which helps busy credit professionals. In a collaborative learning environment, knowledge
At the beginning of each week make a to-do list of everything you need to accomplish for the days ahead. Allocate time to each task and try to stick to this
and understanding of the subject are shared and
schedule. Not only will this implement self-discipline in
transmitted among learners as they work toward
your work, it will also allow you to prioritise your tasks
common learning goals or a solution to a problem.
in order of importance, an excellent skill to have when
Learners gain interactive experiences as they
studying online.
participate in discussions, search for information, and exchange opinions. A high-quality collaborative learning environment provides learners with opportunities to engage in
Incorporating a consistent calendar into your learning habits is a great way to reduce anxiety within your studies, whilst improving your time management and organisational skills.
interactive and collaborative activities and to get better learning outcomes including the development of
Review, revise and repeat
higher-order thinking skills.
No one enjoys cramming a whole lot of work in
For those who find this challenging, here are some
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one night, however it is a route most students take.
top tips and great features to assist you in a smooth
Regularly revising sections within the course notes
transition to online education with AICM.
you have studied, will not only improve your memory,
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