Virtual Learning Community

Introducing the virtual community!

A new way to study with Home Learning College that's more involving, more interesting and even more effective than ever before.

Imagine being able to take part in online classes and group discussions. Imagine being able to put a question direct to your tutor. Imagine the buzz and extra motivation you'll get from being part of an interactive learning community!

When you join us in our new virtual community, you'll enjoy all this and more.

As you'll discover, our virtual learning community adds a whole new dimension to distance learning. It dissolves away the distance, by allowing you to interact with your tutor and fellow students almost as if you're in the same room. 

Suddenly, you're not working alone - you're sharing your learning experience as part of a group. You can help each other, bounce ideas off each other, achieve your learning goals together, and even chat socially with your student colleagues when you need a break from study.

We all know that the best learners are interested learners, and learning simply doesn't get more interesting than this. By harnessing the very latest interactive web technology, our new virtual community boosts your home learning experience to the highest possible level.  

We want you to enjoy studying - and we want you to succeed. That's why you'll find our new virtual classroom contains all the elements and the study aids you need.

Student profiles

There's no need to feel on your own. Thanks to these personal profiles, you can quickly get to know all the other students who are sharing your classroom.

Online quizzes

A great way to test your knowledge - and to keep key topics fresh in your mind. 

Course glossary

No need to struggle with any unfamiliar technical terms you may encounter on your course. Just look them up here in a matter of moments.

e-Mentor

Your e-Mentor is available to help out with any non-academic concerns or problems. And you can get in touch whenever you need.

Group discussions

Nothing beats a lively classroom discussion, so from time to time your Tutor will organise a group chat around a given subject area. Guaranteed to spark new insights and get your brain working! 

Discussion forums

Got a question that's been bothering you? Come across an interesting fact? Then share whatever's on your mind here - with your Tutor and your fellow students.

Instant access to online resources

Forget time-consuming trips to an old-fashioned library. Your virtual community has links to a rich variety of resources - all designed to let you explore your subject in greater depth. You can discuss your assignments with your tutor here too - then upload/download them at your convenience.

Online learning journal

This is "for your eyes only" - a private place for to record your thoughts and reflections as you progress through your course. Keeping a journal like this is a proven aid to effective learning. 

Everything you need to succeed. 

Easy to use, and all in one place!

 

 

*Please note some aspects of the Virtual Learning Community are not yet availabe.