Learning through Ancient and Modern Technology
The ‘You are what you make’ Archaeology module uses a mix of online videos and physically engaging practical activities to create an effective and engaging learning environment.
Tag: Technology enhanced learning
Blogs for big questions
“Will robots replace teachers in the future? Discuss” Dr James Stanfield uses blogs to encourage MA students to answer this and other big questions. This case study outlines how he does this and what the outcomes are.
Transforming a module from face-to-face delivery to blended format
Find out how the HSS8002 information and library skills module (part of the HASS PG researcher development programme) was transformed from face-to-face delivery into blended (i.e. online and face-to-face) format.
Hadrian’s Wall: Developing a MOOC
A 6 week MOOC that has been accessed in over 125 nations. Professor Ian Haynes highlights how collaborative working has helped ensure success as well as giving an overview of some of the teaching and learning lessons that can be applied more widely.
Academic skills development for online Masters courses
Alison Clapp from the Faculty of Medical Sciences developed an academic skills development module for online masters students. You can take a look at the module and find out more about how and why she developed this.
Staff development for online learning and teaching
This online module is aimed at teaching staff with little experience of teaching online, providing information about pedagogy, technology and helpful reminders all in one place.
20-minute podcasts
Dr Philip Garrett has introduced a series of podcasts for all students on the ‘A Survey History of Japan’ module. You can listen to a section of one of the podcasts for some inspiration.
Perfecting Peer Review with PeerMark
Students in Dental Sciences are taking part in peer review. Discover how this is working and how PeerMark has helped make the process easier.
Team-Based Learning
Team Based-Learning (TBL) was used in the MBBS curriculum helping students to develop team working skills and providing a forum for meaningful discussion.
Encouraging collaborative learning on challenging topics
Fiona Holdsworth from the FMS Graduate School explains how discussion boards are used to shape learning around a difficult subject.