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Support for students The challenge of enhancing the student experience in a different fees environment Mobile technology as a double-edged swordTRANSCRIPT
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Enhancing the student learning experience during the Year Abroad
Robert Blackwood
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Challenges identifiedDamaging to one’s degree:
CostDetrimental effect on academic performanceDisconnect from one’s peer group
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Support for students
The challenge of enhancing the student experience in a different fees environment
Mobile technology as a double-edged sword
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On-line supervisionThe options
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On-line supervisionYear Abroad Network
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Personal development
Rob Jones, BA (2011), French & Business Studies
English Language Assistant, Guadeloupe
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Employability & placements
Languages in the Limelight, Careers & Employability
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Personal Development Portfolios
Reluctance of academic staff?Lack of obvious benefit to students?
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Personal Development PortfoliosAnecdotal evidence?
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Personal Development PortfoliosThe British CouncilPDP for English LanguageAssistants
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Concluding remarksMaking the most of students returning from
placements
Using ‘veterans’ in the application process in supporting students abroad in the internationalisation of the campus
Virtuous circle – enhancing their own employability