In The Know

Making your learning effective

Being a successful sixth form college student requires you to be an independent learner and we encourage you to allocate an additional four hours of independent study per week for each subject. Through your bespoke Tutorial Programme we help you to study effectively and consistently. A key tool we use to help you reflect on your current study habits is the ‘Effective Studying Checklist’. For studying to be effective it should include Content, Skills and Feedback activities. � Content activities help consolidate your understanding of topics � Skills activities help you check your understanding � Feedback activities help you check what you know and what you need to look at again The checklist helps students identify if they do all 3 types of activities and provides some simple, easy to use ideas for each activity. Your timetable will include study periods, when we encourage you to make use of the many quiet and group study areas we have around college. We work hard to develop your time management skills, as well as your independent study skills, revision and recall techniques, so you become the best learner you can be.

Your learning facilities

The Know is an exciting university-style integrated learning environment located over two floors, housing books, PCs, a wide variety of study facilities and a comprehensive range of online services. The Know also offers an up to date book stock covering all aspects of the courses you will be studying, popular magazines, and reference materials which will enable you to research any topic. Wi-Fi access, laptops, e-books and e-readers are also available. Soon after you arrive, you will have an induction into The Know which will explain procedures and show you how best to benefit from your time here. You can also become a member of Oldham Libraries here.

Additional learning needs

If you have additional learning needs, our expert Learning Support team will ensure you can access the facilities and equipment you need to thrive. They will arrange: � Literacy and numeracy workshops � Individual or group support for dyslexia and other specific learning needs � Learning Mentors � In-class support � Exam access arrangements