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Up until now, programme leaders of undergraduate programmes will not have been able to view students who are on a Foundation route but now studying at levels 4, 5, P and 6. We have now made some changes which will allow these students to be visible. This article shows you how to view these students… Read more » about Improved access on JISC LA for PLs to view students on Foundation programmes
Jisc are running a series of online training webinars to support educators on their AI literacy journey. Sessions will be focused on AI’s impact on assessment, personal productivity, and developing AI literacy among learners and will provides practical insights and strategies for AI in education. Follow the links to sign up for a session: How… Read more » about AI Literacy – upcoming Jisc webinars
FLIE joined colleagues from BU and Imperial College last week to present at the NK Fusion conference on Digital Education and AI in the 21st Century. We talked about the creation of our AI Literacy resources for staff and students and showcased some of the innovative practice of BU academics who have worked with us… Read more » about Digital Education and AI in the 21st Century conference
Our next workshop will focus on assessment design and explore different methods for creating assessments that encourage authentic learning and limit the influence of AI tools. We will also introduce a tailored version of the ‘Top Trumps’ method, providing a range of assessment strategies designed for the AI era. Join us in the room or online… Read more » about AI-resistant assessment strategies – 20th and 21st November 2024
NTFS Roadshow 2 Evidencing excellence: what does it look like? Wednesday 11 December 2024 – 13.00-14.00 This second webinar, run by Advance HE, covers the three key areas of development for successful NTF applications. We draw upon the expertise of both Advance HE and ANTF committee members and offer thoughts and reflections about how best… Read more » about NTFS Roadshow 2 – 11 Dec 2024
Navigating accessibility and inclusivity – practical strategies for university educators Thursday 21st November 2-3pm Join this interactive Mentimeter higher education community webinar to discover how to: implement universal design principles to create accessible learning environments engage diverse student groups with inclusive content and practices and gather feedback to continually improve accessibility and inclusivity Register to… Read more » about Navigating accessibility and inclusivity with Mentimeter – webinar Thu 21 November
MATLAB EXPO is a free online event that brings together engineers, educators, researchers, and scientists to hear real-world examples, participate in hands-on workshops, and learn more about the latest features and capabilities in MATLAB and Simulink. The event includes customer stories, hands-on workshops and a technology showcase of the product. Find further details and register… Read more » about MATLAB Expo 2024 – online 13-14 November
Members of the LT team had the opportunity to present at the recent HERG symposium on “Critical Reflections on the future of learning technologies in higher education”. The symposium explored the challenges and the opportunities offered by learning technologies for our pedagogic practice. Through our critical discussions in the international symposium participants explored different approaches… Read more » about Higher Education Research Group (HERG) Symposium 29th Oct
What: Simscape is a powerful tool for modeling multidomain physical systems, widely used by industry leaders in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic domains. By integrating Simscape models into your teaching, you can promote model-based design—a crucial skill that fosters innovation and precision in engineering. When: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, at 14:00 Who should attend: This session is ideal for educators… Read more » about Webinar: Creating Engineering Teaching Examples with Simscape
In this article, Ted Ladd Professor of Entrepreneurship and former dean at the Hult International Business School and instructor at Harvard University, shares five exercises and assignments he’s incorporated into his courses to help students master AI use, while also recognizing what value they can bring to an AI world: Cultivating self-worth in the age… Read more » about Cultivating self-worth in the age of AI
