Management of Independent Learning SystemsPeter Knight, Jo Tait This work focuses on the competences associated with self-motivated life-long learners who are accustomed to working with autonomy, and provides models for exploring ways to develop competences in a changing world. |
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3 Independent study independent studies and core skills in higher education | 29 |
4 Do students value a flexible educational experience? | 38 |
5 The unexpected outcomes of critical professional learning | 47 |
an individually negotiated learning route | 57 |
7 Actioncentred learning in industry | 65 |
8 Information technology and flexible learning | 74 |
10 Recent research on student learning and the learning learning route | 97 |
11 Developing modes of independent study in a professional school | 113 |
12 First steps towards the virtual university | 123 |
13 Change in two academic cultures | 134 |
a comparative study | 141 |
15 The development of a key competence | 150 |
References | 153 |
Index | 162 |
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