2: Tutored Independent Learning

Hold tutorials regularly and according to pre-announced schedules.

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A Tutored System of Independent Study -- The philosophy of blended learning systems revolves around the idea of tutored independent learning. Typically, a student registered in a course would receive a package that contains printed material, audio-visual aids (video tapes, audio cassettes), and perhaps, compact discs (CD-ROM). The printed material comprises a comprehensive content of readings and a schedule of term assignments. Thematic term projects are programmed over the entire term in order to gauge and monitor the students' progress. Each course culminates in a final exam weighted against other elements in the course. Exams are held at all University branches at the same time, and centrally controlled by the University Head Offices in Kuwait. Exams are weighted at 50% of the total grade for the course, with the remaining 50% assigned to term work including TMAs and quizzes. Major component of self-learning at AOU revolves on tutorials held regularly and according to pre-announced schedules. Tutorials aim at establishing communication between students and teachers/tutors. They provide platforms for exchanging experience on the different aspects of self-learning and distance education, as well as fostering ties among students themselves.

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