In everyday language, the word ideal is typically used to describe our dreams and aspirations, such as the ideal house, holiday, job and car. Most people will have some ideas or imaginings about these ideals, which are riddled with expectations. The notion of ideal can also be applied to social roles and positions, for example, the ideal candidate, citizen, partner, teacher and of course, the ideal student.

Online assessment and the dos and dont's based on tried and tested methods.

The Open University was of course a pioneer, offering remote and adaptable learning so that students at all points in their life and career could continue in their growth. One of the requirements of an Open University Press book is its accessibility and practicability for whichever audience it is serving, be it students, academics or practitioners.