Posts By: aluce

Why I love Audio Feedback!

In 2012, I was asked to trial this relatively new programme, ‘Turnitin’ for online assessment handling in what was then the Media School. I was a luddite at the time, convinced that students submitting essays online just wasn’t for me; I liked to write all over the essays—how could I possibly do that online? And… Read more » about Why I love Audio Feedback!

SDG Accord and Dissertations for Good- Sign up Now!

Want to turn your education into a force for good? Want to do a dissertation with ethical value? Or simply struggling to think of a dissertation topic? Well, take a look at NUS’ dissertations for good. BU has signed up to an NUS initiative called Dissertations for Good (DfG) which connects students with external organisations who then… Read more » about SDG Accord and Dissertations for Good- Sign up Now!

TEL Drop-In Sessions, coming soon to a campus near YOU!

We all need a little help from time-to-time when it comes to using technology in the classroom. With that in mind, I’ll be running TEL drop-in sessions to support YOU with your technology needs, whether it’s learning how to use a particular programme such as Padlet, or if you’re just looking for new ideas on… Read more » about TEL Drop-In Sessions, coming soon to a campus near YOU!

Brightspace and Me

I have officially been using Brightspace for three weeks. And like a blind date, we’ve had our ups and downs. Upon first meeting, Brightspace and I weren’t really too attracted to each other. Brighty thought one way; I worked in another. But as we spent more time with each other and got to know each… Read more » about Brightspace and Me

TEL Drop-In Sessions, coming soon to a campus near YOU!

We all need a little help from time-to-time when it comes to using technology in the classroom. With that in mind, I’ll be running TEL drop-in sessions to support YOU with your technology needs, whether it’s learning how to use a particular programme such as Padlet, or if you’re just looking for new ideas on… Read more » about TEL Drop-In Sessions, coming soon to a campus near YOU!

JISC Digital Student Tracker Survey raises questions

Students want staff to be better with digital and not make assumptions about their skills, according to the 2017 JISC Digital Student Tracker survey. While students surveyed reported that they do not place great importance on technology to help with their understanding or independence in their learning, the report did highlight that the findings could… Read more » about JISC Digital Student Tracker Survey raises questions

Technology Enhanced Learning Classes start Oct. 25th!

Do you want to develop your confidence in technology enhanced learning? Been wanting to add a little bit of something extra to your classes? Just need some space to learn a new skill or have time to reflect and think? If so, we have just the solution for YOU! Next month sees the start of the PG… Read more » about Technology Enhanced Learning Classes start Oct. 25th!

AHRC nomination for Sue Sudbury

Dr. Sue Sudbury, senior lecturer in the Faculty of Media and Communication, along with two students have been shortlisted in the Innovation Category of the AHRC’s 2017 Research Film Awards. Sudbury and her student-collaborators,  Xue Han (MA 3D Animation) and Charlie Mott (BA Multi-Media Journalism) co-created Hunger by the Sea, a short animation about food… Read more » about AHRC nomination for Sue Sudbury