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  Working online on Friday was a familiar beast, though having the DLO structure was new to me. It was a great way of experiencing guided independent learning and groupwork as it had very clear outset tasks.  However, in a way it was difficult to stay focused on these tasks without the explicit time limits and atmosphere of the classroom. I found this difficulty different to having independent  tasks like explicitly assessed and graded coursework assignments, perhaps because it was a new experience. Having some tasks as a group instilled a sense of urgency and responsibility in a more prominent manner than the individual tasks. It definitely helps as well that my group included people that would be very on top of it and communicative. I imagine this strategy would be slightly difficult in a setting where a majority of the students were less engaged, or where students were not able to form some sense of roles or structure themselves.  Using new tools without explicitly being taught to u

The college where I am doing placement has is a wide range of support for the students aside from academic support from tutors. These resources are listed out on the website, shared in-person, and often displayed throughout the site on posters. A lot of information is up-front and easy to find, however some (e.g. financial support) is more difficult to locate without help. Specific Programmes NEETs There are programmes for young people who are not, or at risk of not being, in education, employment, or training.  Programmes include study opportunities, tasters, skills training, and support with applications. HE Study Support Flexible support specifically for students on Higher Education courses in college. Attendance There is a team who provide help with barriers that may be hindering students being able to attend lessons. Enrichment and Wellbeing Counselling Free confidential counselling is available for students. Events and Activities Including charity events, awareness days, religiou