Welcome to Learning in the online environment!

Whether you're new at the University, a current student or someone who is thinking about being a student at Newcastle, this resource has been designed to assist you in the use of information and communication technologies to make the most out of your learning.

It's made up of three sections:

Learning, inspires you to consider what it is to learn, particularly in the 21st century.

• Reflecting on learning
• University learning
• Learning in the 21st century

Learning online, examines potential technologies that can offer new possibilities for learning.

• Choice and global engagement
• Creativity and easy access
• Interactivity and flexibility
• Work readiness

Learning online at UoN, provides helpful information on how to best use the online learning system at UoN.

• Getting started in Blackboard
• Online Tests and Assignments
• Interacting with others

If you're looking at 'Learning in the online environment' for the first time, we encourage you to go through the sections in order, from Learning to Learning online and then to Learning online at UoN. Note that we have included a Glossary; that is where you can find a definition for an unfamiliar word you come across. Also, please feel free to leave us feedback.