Improving Learning Skills Course Studying is an active process. Open learning materials enable adult learners to take responsibility for their own learning. This course has been prepared as an open learning resource for people who wish to undertake a learning programme, which involves them preparing for a period of studying. It is designed either to form part of any course of study or may be used as a freestanding guide by students. You can use this course as an active learner, to identify: what you know already what you need to know what interests you how to use your knowledge to enhance your critical awareness. This course will enable you to improve your study skills & it is designed for students, practitioners & other people involved in learning and/or being assessed.