Category: Teaching and Learning
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E-modules: A Case Study
All Articles, Asynchronous, Case Studies, Digital Learning, Learning Design, Moodle, Spotlight Post, Teaching and LearningWhat is an e-module? In this context, an e-module is an asynchronous, online learning module on a specific, standalone topic within a larger course. At the start of this academic year, the following two e-modules – a collaboration between Course teams and the Digital Learning team – were made available…
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Digital Tools: Evaluative Thinking
Whether evaluating a specific intervention or examining closely aspects of a new unit, there are productive ways to evaluate that help teachers develop their practice and at the same time support students’ learning. Creative approaches to evaluation can improve inclusivity while remaining robust. Based on a research project led by…
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Learning Design Principles: Spotlight on Universal Design for Learning
Accessibility, All Articles, Digital Learning, Learning Design, Spotlight Post, Teaching and LearningHow can we create a learning environment that challenges and engages everyone? In this blog post, we’re going to take a closer look at the learning design principle of Universal Design for Learning, consider how this might help us in the areas of inclusivity and accessibility, and reflect on possible take-aways…
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UG Course Design Handbook
The UG Course Design Handbook has been completely revised for the 2024-25 academic year. It is a resource offering guidance for courses undergoing reapproval, for new course validations and for those modifying aspects of the course handbook. Part I of the handbook sets out the parameters regarding the structure and…
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Miro: a new model for studio crits
Constraints are often the last thing you want in a creative project, but they can also inspire us to explore new practices and test our ingenuity. Unable to run their studio crits in person this past year, BA User Experience Design (UXD) decided to try something different. Using Miro, an…
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