• Did you know… We’re keeping up with Emerging Technology

    We’ve been using technology in teaching for years, some of it for so long that we don’t even think of it as technology any more. Keeping up to date with delivery techniques helps ensure a good experience for our students.

    Here in the Learning Technology Development team we look for up and coming ideas that are attracting the interests of academic staff and students. Although new technology is sometimes seen as the answer to a question that was never asked, after a while someone will attempt to use it to help learning. By following the experiences of these early adopters we are able to assist the uptake of new technology, and the development of techniques to use it for a wider audience.

    So where does technology emerge from and how can you keep up to date?

    There are many web-sites, and social / professional networks that can provide insight into what’s happening now and what’s coming up…

    The Learning Technology Development team have recently been delivering sessions to showcase Emerging Technologies. The first covered applications for QR-Codes, the second shared experiences with Professional Blogs, and we have a third planned for 20th May on using the iPad (Edge Hill University staff can book here). We also have ideas for future sessions including Cloud Computing, Creative Digital Technologies, Assessing On-line and Staying Technology Aware, but what we’d really like to know is…

    Are there Emerging Technologies that you’d like a closer look at? Let us know in a comment.

    Alternatively contact us directly at [email protected]

    Mark Ayton

    Learning Technology Development Manager (ext. 7758)

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  • Did you know…Learning Services can help you develop your academic skills?

    From planning your time to referencing correctly, we offer support and guidance help you develop the skills you need to succeed at University. We cover a range of essential skills including:

    • Finding high quality information sources
    • Effective reading and note-making
    • Critical thinking and reflection
    • Structuring your assignments clearly and logically
    • Writing in an appropriate academic style
    • Using evidence and referencing your sources
    • Making the most of the ICT tools available to you

    We do this in three ways:

    1. We work with tutors to deliver classroom sessions at key times during your course

    2. We run drop-in sessions and group workshops focusing on specific aspects of academic skills

    3. We offer one-to-one sessions with an academic skills advisor or librarian for tailored advice on improving your work and finding the resources you need

    And remember, you don’t have to be struggling to make use of our support – whatever you want to achieve, we can help you fulfil your potential.

    Look out for our drop-in sessions and workshops advertised through the GO Portal, or call in at the Inclusive Services desk on the first floor of the University Library (phone 01695 584372).

    Andrew Fleming

    Academic Liaison Manager – Faculty of Arts and Sciences

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  • Did you know?…..Learning Services can help with your ICT skills.

    The ICT staff development co-ordinator Elaine Czotter is based in the Learning Services Academic Support Division. You can usually find her in the staff office or the development room in the LINC building. She delivers a range of workshops throughout the academic year and is the British Computer Society (BCS) Approved Centre Manager for ECDL qualifications.

    Elaine says……….If you have identified an ICT skills need to support your role but are unsure what is available to you, then you can find our workshops and resources on the staff development wiki. Workshop outlines are available and I would also recommend checking the pre requisite skills for each workshop and then you can register directly on-line. If you cannot make a scheduled workshop then register your interest and I will arrange an appropriate time with you. You can also access a range of course manuals and quick guides which support our corporate systems.

    If you want to accredit your ICT skills, then maybe ECDL is for you? This qualification assesses your skills across 7 modules and improves your understanding of computers and promotes best practice in the use of software.

    I also work closely with the ITS team to keep abreast of emerging systems and corporate upgrades then we can provide an appropriate support plan for staff. This in turn contributes to supporting the needs of our students.

    If you would like to discuss any aspect of the events available or would like to discuss your own, team or departmental needs then please contact me on extension 4214 or via email [email protected].

    Elaine

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