Welcoming students back to campus
byA successful orientation and transition experience is vital in developing a sense of belonging to the University, which is itself strongly linked to both…
March, 2022
Jisc’s new principles of good assessment and feedback
byIn case you missed it, Jisc has recently published an excellent resource on the principles of good assessment and feedback. A UK not-for-profit organisation, Jisc…
“Why is my lecturer a robot now?” Using AI-assisted technology to teach.
by“Why is my lecturer a robot now”? This was the question entered into the chat function of Zoom by a student when I first…
The Value of a Weekly Preview Video
byAs many of us know, virtual teaching can present a range of challenges for both students and teachers. Building community, communicating clearly, and introducing…
Open Canvas Sites – 2022 edition
byHow have we adapted our Canvas sites alongside our teaching in recent COVID times? Over the last two years, and since our previous Open…
Maintaining engagement in a large online unit with a diverse cohort
byIn 2021 we launched a new 6cp Open Learning Environment unit: OLES1602 The Apocalypse in Science and Culture. The unit was designed to be…
In the Margins: Creating Cultural Change in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
byOnline by Our Design provides a platform for innovative teaching practices and tips to be shared across the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences….