Although the Spring 2001 version of the course will mainly be taught on site, attendance also applies to the online environment that has been carefully constructed on the Web. The aim is that later versions of this course may be conducted entirely through flexible and distance learning across several universities. Attendance will be made more meaningful by active involvement, while respecting and valuing the contributions of others. Participation will involve both individual study as well as group work. Later in the course it will include significant project work.
Effective attendance requires good preparation.
Technical Requirements Familiarity with computer technology is required. Access to the Internet is essential. Group Work Learning teams is a strategy that enables individual learners to validate and reevaluate their own learning and conceptions. It also permits individuals to exercise their strengths and receive support in overcoming weaknesses. Groups should aim to assign roles and undertake their work with this in mind.