Supporting learning and assessment using technology

Supporting learning and assessment using technology

Tina Riddell (Perth College UHI) and Patsy Allen (LEARN Project)

University of Highlands and Islands

The application of different technologies to enhance learning and assessmentThe application of different technologies to enhance learning and assessment

Project Purpose

University of Highlands and Islands

LEARN ProjectLearning Enhancement & Research Network

“to enhance the student experience of learning in UHI through the increased use of blended and network approaches to learning”

University of Highlands and Islands

LEARN ProjectLearning Enhancement & Research Network

Project Objectives1. Increase the numbers of

lecturing staff who are trained in or have developed blended learning approaches

2. Increase the satisfaction of students with their support and learning experience

Showcase of MaterialsShowcase of Materials

Students’ first impressionStudents’ first impression

Clear and tidy

Easy to understand and

good activitie

s

They are a new and interesting way of learning.

It was bright and easy to understand.

THEY WERE OK

Students found these useful -Students found these useful -

Definition of Blended LearningDefinition of Blended Learning

“A considered approach that selects from a range of e-learning technologies and traditional face-to-face methods to facilitate student engagement, develop independent learners and enhance the learning experience.”

Relevance of blended learningRelevance of blended learning

The potential of blended learningThe potential of blended learning

Collaboration and participation - can encourage deeper learning

Independent, reflective and enquiring learners

Better communication channels

Meets a variety of learning styles

Up to the minute resources

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xiisteObuhk&feature=related

10 suggestions for

technologies to try

Conclusion – an interesting perspectiveConclusion – an interesting perspective