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A Digital Edge: Essentials for the Online Learner (FutureLearn)

Offered by Dublin City University,
A Digital Edge: Essentials for the Online Learner (FutureLearn)

Thrive at university in the ‘new normal’ and build the skills you need to get the most out of online university learning. This course is designed to give students the digital edge to succeed as an online learner at university and set you on the path to achieving your learning goals.

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Take the first step in your online learning journey
On this interactive course, you’ll discover what successful online learning looks like, and reflect on how you can contribute collaboratively online, and find your own online support groups.
You’ll identify the tools and resources you need to get the most out of your independent learning and studies.
As you learn how to develop and professionalise your online identity and safeguard your online presence, you’ll pick up the skills required to thrive as a lifelong learner in today’s rapidly changing digital world.

Study with online learning experts
Designed by leaders in online learning, drawing on UNESCO’s Learning Compass 2030 and the European LifeComp Framework, this course is co-facilitated by students. You’ll have the chance to learn about the challenges and opportunities of online learning from students who have experienced it themselves.

What topics will you cover?

  • Taking charge of your learning
  • Setting goals and establishing good learning habits
  • Creating the right places and spaces for learning
  • Managing collaboration and effective online relationships
  • Developing your online support network
  • Harnessing digital tools and online resources
  • Looking after your digital well-being and flourishing online
  • Managing and professionalizing your online identity

What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Reflect on and apply different ways of thinking.
  • Develop good study habits and create your space for learning.
  • Engage more effectively with instructors and online content.
  • Contribute successfully to online collaborations with peers.
  • Identify digital tools and online resources relevant to your learning.
  • Identify and make the most of your wider support network.
  • Improve and manage your online identity.
  • Discuss your well-being and know how to flourish online.
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