You Said, We Did
How your voice has made a difference
This page provides an opportunity to see the valuable feedback received from students across a wide range of communication channels, and to see what the OU has done in response.
Please note this video is now a couple of years old so some people no longer have the same title. The current Students Association leadership can be seen on their website.
Choose a topic from the drop-down list below to see how students can have an impact on their university experience and be empowered to help shape the University. Next time you are asked to give your opinion, you know that the OU is taking this feedback seriously and will respond.
You said...
You wanted more variety in the way your learning is assessed.
We did...
Our new modules now include a range of different forms of assessment including report styles for different audiences, essays and poster presentations.
Psychology
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You said...
You wanted more printed materials when you start studying.
We did...
We have reintroduced a printed Assignment Booklet at Level 1 to help you get used to what is required in OU assessments.
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You said...
You said you find the calculation of module and qualification results confusing.
We did...
We have clarified the information presented on our qualifications websites.
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You said...
Although you rate our Level 1 modules highly, you are often less enthusiastic about Level 2 and 3 modules, one reason for this is a lack of the kind of content you expected.
We did...
We are investing heavily in new modules that will address the subjects you have told us you want to be taught.
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You said...
You find confusing or contradictory assessment questions and instructions particularly irritating.
We did...
We will be reviewing our assessment to see what improvements we can make.
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You said...
Employability is important to you.
We did...
We will enhance the way we teach skills relevant to employment and the workplace. We will also be making sure we draw these skills to your attention so you can show your employers how your OU studies have better equipped you for work.
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