Lorraine Marshall

Six students from diverse backgrounds share their concerns and attitudes to different aspects of university life as they progress through first year at Murdoch University. Covers topics: A new culture; motivations & objectives; time management; study challenges; examination time; seeking help.

Focuses on the transfer of skills from the informal to the formal learning environment, aiming to increase students' awareness of the skills they bring to study at university

The video introduces the features of Foundation Units, their purpose and the concepts of life long learning, interdisciplinary and independent study. It also addresses potential student concerns about the benefit of being required to study a Foundation Unit.

Uses narrative and documentary to provide ideas and strategies for the integration of critical thinking skills into subject content.