ABSTRACT
Flexibility and motivation The assignments contain a degree of fl exibility, often giving the students the choice of subject matter. This allows the pursuit of individual interests whilst still directing work towards answering specifi c criteria. This approach allows the maximum opportunity to develop self motivation. It is envisaged that teaching staff will introduce each assignment and negotiate the suitability of subject matter with the students. Individual student progress should be monitored through group meetings and personal tutorials. Students should be encouraged to demonstrate the skills which they have learnt in preceding study guides whenever appropriate.
