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Increasingly learners are acquiring their learning in settings that do not feature a traditional learner-teacher-institution scenario. It is important if we are to meet our obligations of inclusive practice and education opportunities for all that we cater effectively for these learners. This may involve modifying the way we offer learning, or offering something completely new. This paper describes some of the key considerations in adapting learning or learning techniques to better suit those learners.
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Ball, S., McNaught, A. (2008). Round Peg, Square Hole: Supporting Via the Web Staff and Learners Who Do Not Fit into Traditional Learner-Teacher-Institution Scenarios. In: Miesenberger, K., Klaus, J., Zagler, W., Karshmer, A. (eds) Computers Helping People with Special Needs. ICCHP 2008. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 5105. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-70540-6_31
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