How to Successfully engage in Open Distance Learning

  Take Care of Yourself: Reminder for ODL Students         Fuel your mind and body This reminder to take care of yourself before you find yourself skipping meals. Your body and brain need better fuel,        🥤   Drink plenty of water – Hydration helps with concentration and energy.    🍎  Eat balance meals - A nourished body supports a sharp mind     🚶‍♀️‍➡️  Move regularly - A short walk, a stretch, or even dancing around your room can boost your mood and reduce stress.              Better learning - Mental wellbeing     You are not a machine. Learning is an emotional and mental process, and how well you are feeling has a direct effect on how well you take in and remember information. Therefore, do not disregard symptoms of stress or exhausting. Take a break, talk to a friend, or ask for help when you need it. Open Distance Learning gives you ...

        Train Your Brain: Cognitive Hacks for The Online Learner When studying online there are many challenges to be faced. Loosing motivation, focus and memory are some examples. According to cognitive psychology, we naturally lose attention over time. Therefore, when a person studies for a long period of time without a pause, there is a breaking point in his attention span. He/she starts to give attention to other things. For example, scrolling on the phone, going on YouTube and Facebook. And also, sometime it is harder to understand the theories no matter how hard you study. Which causes negative thoughts to arrive. In psychology it is said that if we reinforce something our mind starts to deviate to that set of thoughts. So, when we start thinking negative, we cannot study and remember anything. Here are two scientifically and psychologically proven technique to study        1. The Pomodoro Technique: Effective way to study...

The Distance Learner's Survival Kit : Tools, Tips and Tricks Without proper equipment, studying from home can be like trying to climb a mountain while wearing a flip flop. Here some tips, tools, and tricks for you to make the process easier, whether you are new to Open Distance Learning (ODL) or want to advance your experience.   Digital Gear   Laptop/Desktop – Nothing Fancy needed, but make sure it can handle video calls, multiple tabs, and basic software. Noise- cancelling Headphones – Block distractions and dive into lectures or study playlists. External Storage or Cloud Backup – Google Drive, or external hard drive can save you from data disasters.   Apps you will love Google Keep - For taking searchable notes. Grammarly – A writing assistant to make sure your assignments are clear and polished. Zoom / Google Meet/ Teams – Your virtual classrooms. Organize Like a Pro Google Calendar – Use this to track assignments, exam dates and study sessions. Use color code by ...

How to Successfully engage in Open Distance Learning Education in the world is no longer limited to a classroom due to the development of technology. ⁠The Open Distance Learning has become a more flexible and a powerful way of learning for anyone in the world.   What is Open Distance Learning (ODL) Open Distance Learning is allowing students to learn remotely, without being physically present in a school classroom or university. Open Distance Learning system has flexible entry requirements and learning paths. ⁠There is no age barrier, only thing that matters is your dedication and determination. Learning can be done through online platforms, printed materials or recorded lectures, away from a traditional classroom learning experience. Benefits of Open Distance Learning (ODL) Flexible -  you can learn anytime, anywhere. Accessibility - Suitable for learners in rural or remote areas. Affordability - Often mire-cost effective than conventional education. Personalized...