What To Expect On Your GCSE Introduction Video Call
The below will outline what will be covered, what to consider and what to expect on your One Degree GCSE student introduction call.
Purpose of the call:
- We will introduce you to One Degree
- We want to learn about you as the One Degree student
- We will explain how your mentoring will work
- We will show you how to book mentors
- We will allow you to ask questions
- We want to see if you will be right for One Degree
What you will need to do:
- Arrive on time
- Find a quiet place to take the video call
- Use the laptop or desktop (not your phone) – use the device that you will use for your online mentoring (this allows us to test everything is working fine for you)
- Please be ready to turn your camera and mic on – you can test your camera and mic ahead of time by using your meeting link
- Bring any questions you have
- Bring a parent or guardian along if you wish
Please DO NOT do the following:
- Arrive late
- Be distracted by your family or friends
- Use your phone
- Keep your camera and/mic off – you can test your camera and mic ahead of time by using your meeting link
- Ask no questions
After the call:
You will usually have some things you will need to do after your introduction call. Things like:
- Complete any pre-programme admin
- Set up your One Degree mentoring account
Your first two weeks on the One Degree mentoring platform:
- Add a profile photo (required)
- Complete the Using One Degree online course (required – takes 15 mins)
- Book an introduction call with our Maths and/or English teachers (if available)
- Start booking the mentors you need
- Book weekly catch ups with Roger if required
Good luck!