Gail Archibald
Gail has 22 years' teaching experience in further education, undergraduate and postgraduate education. She is passionate about student support.
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@AdebunmiBolaji this short course will give you plenty of opportunities to practice your English communication skills. I hope you enjoy the experience.
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@OjoAkindele Welcome and best of luck for your studies.
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This is wonderful, Helen. I hope this short course helps you feel more prepared for the journey you are about to embark upon.
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Welcome, Sarah. I hope this short course meets your objectives.
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Welcome, Matilda.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
Thank you for choosing our short course, Mian. I am pleased you have enjoyed it.
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
Thank you for this very positive feedback, Elif.
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Gail Archibald replied to Red Blu
Thank you for sharing this insightful observation, Red.
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Gail Archibald replied to Red Blu
This is a good use of the AI, Red. As long as you check the results to confirm any facts.
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Are there times/situations where perhaps it is not good, Kawtar?
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
What was your experience like, Mian?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Good observation, Zeynep. It is up to us to use technology responsibly and ethically.
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Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
I am really pleased that you found this course useful, Marta. Wishing you all the best for your studies.
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Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
I hope you feel ready to try it by the end of this lesson, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
I hope you have the confidence to try after this lesson, Kawtar.
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I am eager to hear how you find it, Marta.
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I hope that by the end of this lesson you are able to identify ways to use mind maps and that you feel confident in creating them, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
Thanks Mian,
for those unfamiliar with SMART goals, the idea is that any goal you set yourself should be specific (for example, instead of saying 'I want to do well in my first year' you would set actual grade goals per module - e.g. 74% for neuroscience etc.). Having specific goals will mean they are measurable too - you won't be able to effectively measure... -
Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
This sounds like a very proactive approach, Zeynep.
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I also prefer studying in a quiet setting, Kawtar but many people learn better when they are surrounded by noise and movement. It is so interesting how different we all are.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
I am glad you have enjoyed the lessons, Mian.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
Thank you for the positive feedback, Mian
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Thank you for the positive feedback and all of your comments and interaction throughout, Zeynep
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
I am glad you are enjoying the shortcourse, Kawtar. You are right, we do all need to be open to receiving constructive feedback and giving it should be a skill we all focus on developing.
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Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
Thank you for this positive feedback, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Prisca Igwe
Best of luck, Prisca.
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Do you think the suggestions for dealing with these situations are appropriate or could you think of an approach that may be more effective?
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Thank you Marta. In terms of the case studies in this step, how would you have done things differently or do you think the suggested approaches are appropriate?
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
This sounds like a very mature approach, Mian. What about when someone makes destructive/hurtful comments; do you choose to ignore these? to look for something helpful? or do you retialiate?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Absolutely, Zeynep. There is a difference between constructive criticism and destructive criticism.
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
I am sorry you had a negative experience, Kawtar. I hope the next time you work with others you are able to use some of these new skills you have learned and that you have better results.
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Gail Archibald replied to Prisca Igwe
Hi Prisca
you are right, it is important to be available but we also need to be careful of being too available - in other words not having boundaries in place that allow others to take advantage of us and our time (even if it is unintentional). We also need to ensure we are empowering other members by showing them how to do things, rather than doing it for... -
Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Well done, Zeynep. It sounds as though you took leadership of this group and, as a result, you were all able to benefit from the grade.
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
Thank you for sharing, Kawtar. What did your team have to do and what do you think you did, as a leader, that impacted the team positively?
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I am pleased you and your partner were able to work so well together and that your experience was positive, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Prisca Igwe
Thank you for sharing, Prisca. Did you ever put them in groups so they were responsible for motivating each other?
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
and hopefully through those struggles we learn, Mian.
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
I am glad your takeaway is that we can all do maths, Kawtar.
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Gail Archibald replied to Slimane OUBEDDOU
Well articulated lessons, Slimane.
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Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
Valuable lessons, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Prisca Igwe
Great lessons, Prisca
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I am so pleased to hear you are finding this course useful, Prisca.
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This is a healthy attitude toward making mistakes, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Another very insightful example, Zeynep. Thank you for sharing.
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Very good advice, Marta.
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Excellent way of thinking, Zeynep.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
I am pleased you used the word interest, Mian.
Being curious definitely helps us have a more open-minded approach to learning. -
Gail Archibald replied to Mohamed Reda Nekkack
Thank you, Mohamed.
Marta provided a great example of how she applies this (above). -
Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
This is such a great attitude, Marta.
Is there anyone else who feels that maths can be mastered through practice? -
Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
WOW, Elif. I am sure that must feel very overwhelming sometimes. However, I think it shows fantastic resilience and commitment that you are achieving this after a setback. Well done, what an inspiration!
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
It is funny how many people picture someone with glasses - does that mean that everyone who wears glasses is able to do maths?
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Gail Archibald replied to lhoussaine oubaiy
Thank you for sharing this, Ihoussaine. I had not heard of this app before.
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Gail Archibald replied to Red Blu
Hi Shubisha, could you provide a bit more clarity around your comment?
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Gail Archibald replied to Kawtar Mourchid
Does it need to be perfect, Kawtar? Don't you think the act of recording the information and revising it (reading over it) and then trying to recall it (strengthening the neuropathways) is sufficient?
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Gail Archibald replied to Thư Lê
Thank you for sharing these thoughts, ThU'.
Colours can be used to differentiate different themes/information/topics etc.
I do agree about keeping the information to a minimal though (in my experience), is there anyone who adds a lot of information to their mind maps? -
Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
Do you ever use mind mapping when working on your own, Marta?
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Gail Archibald replied to Mohamed Reda Nekkack
I hope that after this short course you are able to identify some areas where you could use mind maps and maybe even create some (hand drawn or digital), Mohamed.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mohamed Reda Nekkack
Hi Mohamed,
what about when the person provides a transcript too and you can read along with the audio, does that help? -
Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
Thank you for sharing, Marta
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Gail Archibald replied to Marta Magdalena Meyke
I am really sorry to hear you had such a negative experience in primary school, Marta. It is wonderful that you have turned this into such a positive experience for so many students.
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That's a really good attitude, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Mian Khan
I hope you enjoyed the TedTalk, Mian.
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What an impact you have had, Marta. It is wonderful that there are teachers with your mindset. Thank you for having this approach.
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Gail Archibald replied to Sofía Herrera
So, self-limiting beliefs, Sofia?
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Gail Archibald replied to Thư Lê
Thank you for sharing this, Thu'
so, your new strategy will be to think of how new information links to knowledge you already have? -
Excellent summary, Marta.
Thank you for sharing. -
These are great observations, Marta.
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Gail Archibald replied to Sara Champón
Welcome Sara
I am looking forward to reading more of your contributions in the coming weeks as it sounds like you are full of energy and motivation :) -
Gail Archibald replied to Paras Sharma
Welcome Paras
I hope you enjoy this short course -
Welcome Marta
These sound like excellent goals (and motivators). -
Gail Archibald replied to Moyahabo Phiny
Welcome Phiny.
I hope this short course not only prepares you for university but also gives you some things to think about as a future teacher - you will read many comments from other learners about positive and negative experiences they had in education and how this impacted their confidence and achievement. -
Gail Archibald replied to Thư Lê
Welcome ThU'
It is wonderful that your teacher recommended this course to prepare you for university, I hope you find it useful. -
Gail Archibald replied to Jessica Sharp
Thank you for sharing, Jessica :)
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I am glad you found it interesting, Vitalii.
For a number of weeks I put students in groups and gave them a specific task to complete, after each class I asked the students to reflect on the role they performed in that group. It was interesting to see how some students believed they fulfilled the same role week after week (regardless of the task and team... -
Gail Archibald replied to Vitalii Babii
Thank you for sharing this summary, Vitalii - communication, collaboration and adaptability are all excellent skills to develop for team work and beyond!
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Gail Archibald replied to Jessica Sharp
Thank you for sharing, Jessica.
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Thank you for sharing this, Christian.
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Sad how often we are hearing this, Kelly. You are definitely not alone.
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Gail Archibald replied to IDawn Ebanks
Thank you for sharing this, IDawn. Has anyone else used visual aids to support them in learning maths?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
This is an interesting perspective, Zeynep. Are you saying that numbers are more reliable than people?
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
I am sorry that you are finding it difficult now, Elif. Can you think of what could have happened that caused this shift?
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Gail Archibald replied to Kelly Scriven
Isn't it funny that the image everyone imagines is so similar?!
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Hi Christian, does the person look a certain way, in your mind, or do you think anyone can be a mathematician?
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
Isn't it funny how many people think of Albert Einstein (or someone who looks similar). I wonder why so few people think of themselves.
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
Hi Elif, I think you mean new strategies?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Thank you, Zeynep :)
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
Hi Elif, do you find mind maps boring?
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
Hi Elif, how do you think you may use mind maps?
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Gail Archibald replied to Nivetha P
I am glad you find it useful, Nivetha. Can you think of a way you could use mind maps?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
I am glad you find it useful, Zeynep. Can you think of a way you could use mind maps?
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Gail Archibald replied to Vitalii Babii
I am glad you find it useful, Vitalii. Can you think of a way you could use mind maps?
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Gail Archibald replied to Nivetha P
This sounds interesting, Nivetha. Did you use digital mind maps or hand drawn ones?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
Did you use it, Zeynep?
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
It sounds as though you are developing a good sense for people, Zeynep. Are you hoping to pursue a career in psychology or counselling?
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This is a wonderful approach to getting to know people, Zeynep.
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Gail Archibald replied to Vitalii Babii
Thank you for sharing this, Vitalii.
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
@ZeynepGüneş thank you for sharing your experiences with us. You can definitely tell 14-year olds to play games, you just need to be thoughtful about the kind of games you suggest. Teenagers enjoy games like Kahoot, Quizlet (which is like your flash cards but digital ones that you can use to learn but then there are fun, engaging game versions to test your...
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Gail Archibald replied to Suzie M
Hello Suzie
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Gail Archibald replied to Zeynep Güneş
This is a really great example, Zeynep.
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Gail Archibald replied to Elif KÜTÜK
That sounds like a wise teacher, Elif.
