Orientasi Studi Mahasiswa Baru (OSMB) Universitas Terbuka

Summary

Bayu Oktara, an alumnus of Universitas Terbuka (UT), Indonesia's 45th university, welcomes new students and shares his experience on successfully completing studies at UT, often referred to as the 'Cyber University of Indonesia.' He emphasizes the importance of self-discipline and time management, especially for working students. Bayu provides practical advice on utilizing UT's online resources, including the latest course materials, academic calendar, and virtual reading room. He also highlights the significance of engaging with online tutorials and forums, setting study goals, and maintaining a disciplined study schedule. Additionally, he encourages students to make use of UT's digital offerings, such as the digital library, open learning sources, and UT TV on YouTube.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The speaker, Bayu Oktara, is an alumnus of the Communication Science program at Universitas Terbuka (UT), Indonesia's 45th state university, emphasizing innovation in distance education.
• 🌐 UT, often referred to as the 'Cyber University of Indonesia,' has been providing open and distance learning services since 1984.
• 📚 For a smooth study experience at UT, students are advised to be independent and disciplined in managing their time.
• 📝 Registration at UT is done online through sia.ut.ac.id, which is a crucial first step for new students.
• 📖 Students are encouraged to use the latest edition of textbooks and materials that align with the curriculum, available in the university's catalog.
• 🏫 The university's website (www.ut.ac.id) offers a wealth of information, including supplementary study materials and digital textbooks in the virtual library.
• 📅 Students should carefully review the academic calendar, especially the schedule for online tutorials, and ensure they register for them through www.siaut.ac.id before the deadline.
• 🤓 Engaging in online tutorials involves weekly discussions and three mandatory assignments, which are essential for those in face-to-face or webinar tutorials.
• ⏰ Planning and estimating study time until the final exams is crucial for success, and students should be proactive in asking for guidance on tutorial schedules.
• 💪 Success at UT involves setting a strong determination and discipline, managing study time effectively, and adhering to a study schedule, especially for those taking a maximum course load.
• 🌐 UT provides various online enrichment materials, and students are encouraged to utilize these resources, including the digital library and UT TV on YouTube.

Q & A

What is the significance of the number 45 in relation to Universitas Terbuka (UT)?

Universitas Terbuka (UT) is the 45th state university in Indonesia.

What does UT emphasize in its educational approach?

UT emphasizes innovation in the field of distance education to keep up with the development of information technology.

What is the term used to describe UT's approach to education?

UT is often referred to as the 'Cyber University of Indonesia' due to its focus on distance education and technology.

Since when has UT been providing open and distance education?

UT has been providing open and distance education since 1984.

What is the key to success for students at UT according to the transcript?

The key to success at UT is being independent and disciplined in managing time.

What is the first step a new student should take after registration at UT?

After registration, the first step is to read and study the white book (catalog) which contains all the information related to the academic process.

What is the importance of checking the academic calendar for students taking the package semester system at UT?

Checking the academic calendar helps students to be aware of the schedule for online tutorials and ensures they register for the tutorials on time.

How can students access additional learning materials at UT?

Students can access additional learning materials by visiting the UT website at www.ut.ac.id, where various supplementary materials and digital textbooks are available.

What is the role of Office 365 in supporting UT students' studies?

Office 365 is provided by UT for free to students, allowing them to create an ML account and utilize various features to support their studies.

What is the advice given to students for managing their study time amidst busy activities?

The advice is to plant a strong motivation and discipline, target a specific graduation timeline, and manage study time by creating a study schedule that fits daily activities.

What is the strategy suggested for students to achieve good grades and graduate on time at UT?

The suggested strategy includes setting a study target for each day, dedicating at least two hours daily to reading core textbooks, and completing formative exercises from each module.