Resources for Personal Tutees
All the information is in our Personal Tutor Group team on Microsoft Teams.
Monitoring Points
- Term 1 Week 1/2
- Term 2 Week 1/2
- Term 3 Week 1/2
As the start of each term, you will be able to book a one-on-one appointment
Self Isolation
- Read the university's guidance on self-isolation:
- If you are required to self-isolate, fill in this form and the relevant staff will be informed.
Attendance and Mitigating Circumstances
Unusual Options
- get approval from the module organiser
- complete the unusual option form
Checklists
Year 1 Term 1
Ensure students are aware with COVID-19 rules regarding self-isolation, consequences, test and trace. Discuss student’s experiences and any concerns. |
Highlight the Dignity at Warwick Policy outlining expectations around behaviour of all members of the University to ensure equality, diversity and inclusion. |
Ask if students have completed the Warwick Values Programme on Moodle and encourage to do so if not and ask if they have any questions. |
Flag how students can raise concerns e.g. personal/senior tutor, SSLC, module leader, DUGS, Residential Life team, SU, Security, complaints process, Report + Support, Chaplaincy. Signpost to other services as required. |
Enquire about how your tutee is finding online/blended learning and ensure they have access to the necessary IT equipment (some students may be eligible for Warwick IT Hardship Fund). |
Flag key Departmental and university development resources e.g. academic writing support, academic integrity, getting the most out of the library, and Student Opportunity: Skills courses, to support tutee’s academic and personal development. |
Encourage social connection via Sports, Student Society opportunities and volunteering. |
Academically, check they are aware of different assessment methods, Warwick mark scheme, and Warwick expectations around attendance and preparation for seminars/labs. |
Signpost Wellbeing/Disability Services if required. |
Refer to in-sessional English support if necessary. |
Year 1 Term 2
Talk through Academic progress. |
Discuss feedback/feedforward on any assessments. |
Encourage tutee to think ahead about summer plans: Voluntary work, Internships, Job opportunities advertised in vacancies on myadvantage |
Check if any special examination arrangements are required, prior to Term 2 deadline – signpost Wellbeing/Disability Services if required. |
Signpost to the Mitigating Circumstances procedure and how to submit on Tabula/MyWBS. |
Talk through module choices. |
Enquire about extra-curricular activities and any early thoughts about career – signpost Student Opportunity: Careers and any departmental careers provision. |
Signpost to Warwick Accommodation for the following year. |
Are there any Brexit-related issues affecting their studies/circumstances? Signpost to Warwick Brexit student advice. |
Year 1 Term 3
Exam Revision support – check out Study Happy activities, Wellbeing and Student Opportunity: Skills resources. |
Mention the University's Covid Mitigation Package (Links for Term 2 and Term 3) - easily apply for extensions, resits for core modules. Signpost to the Mitigating Circumstances procedure on Tabula. |
Talk about exams. Read the DCS Guide to online assessment. Check over your personalised exam timetable (via the AEP) |
Discuss Summer vacation plans and signpost Warwick Accommodation (if needed) for next year. |
Encourage tutee to think about how they will use their vacation: Voluntary work, Internships, Job opportunities advertised in vacancies on myadvantage |
Monitoring Points:
- Term 1 Week 1/2
- Term 2 Week 1/2
- Term 3 Week 1/2