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Accessibility Statement for Physics: from classical to quantum (S217)

Mode of study

All of this module’s study materials are online. Online materials are composed of pages of text with images, audio/video clips (most with transcripts/subtitles), diagrams, interactive media, animations and multiple-choice self-assessed quizzes. Online materials also include links to external resources, online forums and online tutorial rooms. Printable alternatives are provided for all module content.

Tuition strategy

This module has online tutorials. Although not compulsory, tutorials will help you consolidate your learning.

Working with others

You will not be required to work with other students.

Practical work

Online practical work forms a required component of assessment. Alternative study materials have been prepared to enable students with visual impairments or limited manual dexterity to successfully study the module.

Mathematical and scientific expressions and notations

Mathematical and scientific symbols and expressions are used throughout the module and you will be required to use such notation within assessment.

Diagrams and other visual content

The study materials contain a considerable number of diagrams, graphs and photographs. Reading, interpreting and producing related diagrams and graphs is an important part of the study of this module and is assessed. Figure descriptions are provided for some figures.

Finding information

You will be required to make use of third-party material online and this is assessed.

Specialist reading material

In this module you will be working with specialist reading material in the form of mathematical notation. This is delivered online.

Assessment

This module has tutor-marked assignments (TMAs), which you must submit via the online TMA service, interactive quizzes completed online, and a remote exam.

Feedback

You will receive feedback from your tutor on your submitted Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs). This will help you to reflect on your TMA performance. You should refer to it to help you prepare for your next assignment.

Schedule

All Open University modules are structured according to a set timetable and you will need time-management skills to keep your studies on track. You will be supported in developing these skills.

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