Events and workshops

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

AI-resistant assessment strategies – 20th and 21st November 2024

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 – 11 Dec 2024

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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 with Mentimeter – webinar Thu 21 November

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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

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

Webinar: Creating Engineering Teaching Examples with Simscape

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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

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

Restart a heart day

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On Wednesday, October 16th, the Students’ Union at Bournemouth University (SUBU) hosted “Restart a Heart Day,” led by Adam Bancroft. Over 130 participants braved the rainy morning and afternoon to take part in this vital, life-saving training. The event emphasized hands-on CPR practice, supported by technological innovations, reinforcing BU’s commitment to education, research, and practice…. Read more » about Restart a heart day

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