7. Examples ‘ introduction to tutor’ audio recorded tutorial discussions to mp3 audio summary of topic visual + audio commentary about a process revision crosswords and quizzes text reminders shared webspace for student comments and work mp3 files sent with forum message blog video of tutor / student discussion
8. Student comments “ as I was unable to attend any of the tutorials I felt more connected with the tutor/group” “ used the podcasts for advice on assignments” “ helped me cover areas in my course-work I may have missed otherwise”
9. Tutor comments “ a proactive way of offering support, rather than reactive” “ I can see the benefits to the students” “ I’ll continue to develop and use such materials”
15. Student comments “ [the text messages] have acted as a timely reminder for things that I might leave until the last minute” “ when work is busy it is sometimes easy to get behind and not check the website, but with the text message service you get nice little prompts ”