Digital skills

Improved access on JISC LA for PLs to view students on Foundation programmes

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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

AI Literacy – upcoming Jisc webinars

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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

Digital Education and AI in the 21st Century conference

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

Higher Education Research Group (HERG) Symposium 29th Oct

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

Cultivating self-worth in the age of AI

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

Digital Education and AI in the 21st Century

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Colleagues from BU, Imperial College and other institutions will be presenting at this one day conference at the Hilton Hotel in Bournemouth on Friday 15th November. Come along to explore AI strategies, connect with experts and contribute to shaping the future of education.   Click on the image to view full details of the event… Read more » about Digital Education and AI in the 21st Century

Effective strategies for formative feedback: digital solutions and AI

Join us for our upcoming session on Effective Strategies for formative feedback using digital solutions and AI tools. This session will explore key strategies for delivering effective formative feedback, focusing on how to enhance student learning and engagement. We will examine the role of digital tools and AI in streamlining feedback processes, ensuring timely and… Read more » about Effective strategies for formative feedback: digital solutions and AI

Strategies for formative assessments with Mentimeter

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Do you struggle to gauge each student’s grasp of the teaching materials or find it challenging when students hesitate to admit they don’t understand a topic? Do you also feel pressured by the need to keep a uniform teaching pace, despite the diverse learning speeds in your class? Then look no further! This upcoming webinar… Read more » about Strategies for formative assessments with Mentimeter

Jisc attendance capture- highlights

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As teaching starts in earnest for all faculties, a brief reminder of some of the useful new features of the updated Jisc attendance capture platform: Check-in codes are available two weeks in advance No need to wait until the last minute to get the check-in code for students for your teaching session – you can… Read more » about Jisc attendance capture- highlights

BU AI Summit

🎉 Please note capacity has been increased so there are still places available! 🎉 Join our upcoming summit on Generative AI at BU on Tuesday 17th September 11-1pm in Share Lecture Theatre – Fusion Building. The session provides an opportunity to explore the impact of AI in our academic practices through two keynote addresses, followed… Read more » about BU AI Summit