Developments in AI are revolutionising DNA evidence – but can we totally trust the machines? Sophisticated AI (Artificial Intelligence) techniques are being developed to work out whether a DNA sample came directly from someone at a crime scene or was just innocently transferred. But could this technology introduce even more miscarriages of justice when even… Read more » about How AI is revolutionising DNA evidence
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Using YouTube in Panopto Lecture Capture.
Are you worried about the copyright implications of using a YouTube clip while recording a lecture or presentation? Well, there is a way around that. First, either pause the recording while the clip is playing, or edit the clip after the recording has uploaded. Then in Edit, click the YouTube icon in the… Read more » about Using YouTube in Panopto Lecture Capture.
Livecast debate: teaching academic literacies online. Lunchtime webinar Tuesday 3rd December 13.00
Solent run a series of live discussions and any with an interest in Learning Development/academic literacies are warmly welcome invited to join in. There will be resources shared for those wishing to access materials at a later date. === from Dr Carina Buckley, Instructional Design Manager === I’m very happy to invite you to a… Read more » about Livecast debate: teaching academic literacies online. Lunchtime webinar Tuesday 3rd December 13.00
Did you know there’s an app for Brightspace?
Called ‘Brightspace Pulse’ it was originally developed as a way for students to receive notifications, however, it has been redesigned and now offers almost full Brightspace functionality. Students can access their course material on the go and staff can manage their Units from anywhere. As an example, I was recently asked to help where a… Read more » about Did you know there’s an app for Brightspace?
Apple’s AR glasses could solve one of VR’s biggest problems
pple’s augmented reality glasses are set to debut as early as the second quarter of 2020, according to an analyst note Wednesday. Ming-Chi Kuo, a TF International Securities analyst with a strong track record on Apple’s next moves, claimed in a note seen by MacRumors that the glasses would be advertised as an accessory for the iPhone,… Read more » about Apple’s AR glasses could solve one of VR’s biggest problems
Site visit to Bournemouth Gateway
Last week I went to visit the Bournmouth Gateway building, due for completion in March 2020. I will take you on a little tour:
Green screen – an easy way to create an impression…
At our recent research day, ‘Nurses today, tomorrow and the future’, our librarian Jose Lopez Blanco and I decided to give a future ‘feel’ to the day. Working with FLIE LTs Tracey Webb and Stephen Pyne, we used chroma keying (where a block of colour is replaced by an image or video) using a piece… Read more » about Green screen – an easy way to create an impression…
At FLIE, we promote working with creative methods with HE students to encourage divergent thinking. We showcased work previously using collage, images, lego and origami Working with creative methods assists active learning in both small and large groups through reflection, personalisation and social learning, Rebecca Hindley, Lecturer & Faculty of Management Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)… Read more » about
Immersive Technology Articles
Here are three articles from this week, which you may find interesting. 1. First major trial of VR therapy for serious mental health conditions launches. The first large-scale trial of virtual reality therapy for serious mental health conditions has been launched in the U.K. Healthtech startup Oxford VR has teamed up with gameChange, a £4… Read more » about Immersive Technology Articles
Small education research grants – call from ALDinHE now open
Colleagues, == Each year ALDinHE allocates funding for innovative research projects that focus on specific aspects of Learning Development. The ALDinHE grants are competitive bids, which are judged by the Research and Development working group against the following criteria: The extent to which the research will directly impact or further enhance students’ experiences of Learning… Read more » about Small education research grants – call from ALDinHE now open
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