This document discusses a new approach to academic support called "learning literacies" taken at Edge Hill University. It combines information literacy and academic skills into a collaborative program between academic and support staff. The program, called FAST, offers 5 drop-in workshops covering different aspects of the learning process like planning assignments, research skills, writing and referencing. Over 200 students attended and feedback was positive, though some academics had reservations. Next steps include further collaboration with departments and promoting an "extended induction" to integrate learning literacies into subject teaching.

1. Learning Literacies: a new approach to academic support at Edge Hill University Andrew Fleming Academic Liaison Manager – Arts and Sciences Learning Services

3. Brings together what has traditionally be covered separately under ‘information literacy’ and ‘academic skills’

4. Reflects the breadth and depth of skills, knowledge and behaviours that students need to be successful learners in HE and beyond

6. delivered through the autumn term, supporting students in ‘real time’ as they worked on their first assignment

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