UNIVERSITY students are adapting to full internet learning, which may be very foreign.<\/p>\n
But considering tertiary institutions have had, within the last two decades, online teaching capabilities for students learning remotely and rurally, Federation University learning skills advisor, Leigh Albon said they\u2019re well placed to continue educating their communities.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe great thing is naturally, and by default, there\u2019s always this online option,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll universities have really quickly tried to move all students into that online mode. The main problem students have had is with the change, rather than their study.\u201d<\/p>\n
In his support role, Mr Albon has been working to ensure students, just out of school or mature age, can easily acclimatise as soon as possible, mindful of life\u2019s bigger picture.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you have other priorities, like working from home or kids at home, and you\u2019ve gone from having hours a day to minutes, change your routine,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere needs to be a clear separation between study and home life, physically and time-wise. Have a clearly defined area and study times, stick a note on the door to be left alone, get up and take proper breaks, and don\u2019t put too much stress on yourself.<\/p>\n
\u201cUniversities are doing everything they can to support students, and have teams to provide the same support online as they do on campus. All students need to do is reach out.\u201d<\/p>\n