Beyond the Technology: The education 4.0 podcast
In this podcast we'll hear from colleges and universities about how they are implementing Education 4.0 technologies, the challenges faced, the successes, and where they had to re-assess.
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48. Further education and skills - College of West Anglia
05/01/2024
48. Further education and skills - College of West Anglia
Please note, this episode of the podcast was originally recorded in September 2023, so please bear that in mind when dates and times are mentioned. This is the fourth in a series of podcasts focused on further education and skills (FE), hosted by Andrew McFadyen and Louisa Stamatelopoulos. Throughout this series Andrew and Louisa are joined by experts from further education colleges to shine a light on how they support digital development through the use of Jisc tools, such as the digital elevation tool, building digital capability service and digital experience insights surveys. In this episode Andrew and Louisa are joined by Kerry Heathcote, vice principal of curriculum and quality at College of West Anglia. The discussion begins with a look ay College of West Anglia’s digital elevation strategy and the six elements that comprise the curriculum design and development and learner experience. Kerry talks about how Jisc’s digital experience insights survey, through student and learner feedback, allows the college to benchmark themselves and really focus on the student voice, leadership, governance and culture. Next, Kerry shares advice for teachers on using digital technologies in their teaching by keeping the learner at the heart of the experience. Lastly, Kerry looks to the future and how the role of the FE teacher may change over time. Show notes - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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47. AI and empathy
04/18/2024
47. AI and empathy
In this special episode of Beyond the Technology, recorded live at Digifest 2024, Tom Moule, senior AI specialist in Jisc’s AI team is joined by David Pike, head of digital learning at the Academy for Learning and Teaching Excellence at the University of Bedfordshire, Alina Bajgrowicz, digital learning officer from the University of Bedfordshire, and Scott Hayden, head of teaching and learning and digital at Basingstoke College of Technology to discuss AI and empathy. The panel begins by looking at the ethical questions that have been raised around using AI at their institutions, and how frequent empathy mapping with students and staff ensures their needs are met. Next, they highlight the benefits and pitfalls of AI for both students and staff, and the need for the sector to define best practice for using AI in education. David and Alina share examples of ethical dilemmas around generative AI from their session at Digifest and Scott discusses his approach to deepfakes at Basingstoke. Finally, the group predict where assessment might be heading in the age of AI. Show notes Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series.
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46. International students' digital experience
03/25/2024
46. International students' digital experience
In this episode of the Beyond the Technology podcast, Elizabeth Newall, senior sector specialist at Jisc invites Dr Tabetha Newman, senior research consultant at Timmus limited, Sharon Perera, head of academic digital skills at the University of Greenwich and Tom Wright, director of digital experience, University of Lincoln, to explore the findings of Jisc’s research investigating the digital experiences of international students studying in UK HE. Elizabeth invites guests to explore the complexities and challenges faced by international students in navigating the digital landscape of their educational experiences. From discussions on prior access to technology and digital infrastructure across different countries to the integration of digital tools in teaching and learning practices in the UK, the podcast provides valuable insights into how universities can better support their international student community. Show notes Find out more about the project. Briefing paper 1 | Briefing paper 2 | Briefing paper 3 | Read up on the and the to stay informed of our research into international students’ digital experience - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series.
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45. Using VR to tackle the gender disparity in STEM education
03/07/2024
45. Using VR to tackle the gender disparity in STEM education
In this episode of the Beyond the Technology podcast, Fiona Steel, graduate teaching assistant at Leeds Beckett University, joins Heidi Fraser-Krauss, Jisc’s CEO, to discuss using virtual reality (VR) to tackle the gender disparity in STEM education. Fiona is delivering a lightning talk session on this topic at . So, if you enjoy this conversation, be sure to attend her talk at 11:30 on Wednesday 13 March at the Digifest event, taking place in Birmingham and online. Fiona begins by looking at the complex issue of gender disparity in STEM education and careers and why they still remain male-dominated. She tells us about her hopes for encouraging more women, girls and non-binary learners to engage in STEM subjects, without alienating anyone else, to move society forwards. Fiona explains how VR can be used in the classroom to tackle gender disparity by making learning content more inclusive, accessible and engaging, showcasing diverse role models and perspectives and challenging stereotypes. Listen to the full episode now, and if you enjoy this episode, look out for Fiona’s lightning talk at on 13 March. Show notes and imagine the future of education and research - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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44. Demonstrating digital transformation – how the University of Exeter are practicing what they teach
02/20/2024
44. Demonstrating digital transformation – how the University of Exeter are practicing what they teach
Host Simon Birkett is joined by Helen Cocks from the University of Exeter to discuss how their agile culture is paying off for digital transformation. In this episode of the Beyond the Technology podcast, Helen Cocks, Head of Digital Strategy and Engagement, joins us to discuss the approach powering digital transformation at the University of Exeter. The university is already reaping the rewards of the digital strategy they implemented less than two years ago, with a vision of becoming the most accessible and connected university destination for any user. Helen touches on subjects ranging from recruitment and data infrastructure to digital initiatives and a motto of ‘practice what you teach’. She tells us about the lessons learned along the way, explaining why data in particular has been so crucial to their progress. We also hear about the user-led approach taken to try and make processes easier and more responsive for a user base of digital natives wanting to replicate the polished experience they get with the likes of Netflix and Amazon. Listen to the episode in full for all this and more, including Helen’s best advice for other higher education leaders looking to make progress on their digital transformation journeys. Show notes: , covering products and services, roles and responsibilities, blogs and much more Check out our and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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43. Further education and skills - the digital edge in education at Cardiff and Vale College
01/15/2024
43. Further education and skills - the digital edge in education at Cardiff and Vale College
In the third of our further education and skills focused podcasts, we’re joined by Stevie Emmanuel and Yusuf Ibrahim from Cardiff and Vale College. This is the third in a series of podcasts focused on further education and skills (FE), hosted by Andrew McFadyen and Louisa Stamatelopoulos. Throughout this series Andrew and Louisa are joined by experts from further education colleges to shine a light on how they support digital development through the use of Jisc tools, such as the digital elevation tool, building digital capability service and digital experience insights surveys. In this edition our hosts welcome Stevie Emmanuel, head of technology enhanced learning, and Yusuf Ibrahim, Assistant Principal, from Cardiff and Vale College to the show to discuss how new technologies are driving their digital strategy. Stevie begins by talking about the move from a TEL strategy to a full college digital transformation and how the Jisc digital elevation tool has helped to craft that strategy. Next, Stevie looks at the impact on staff and learners of embracing change in a digital world and how a student-led project, TEL Talks, has increased engagement. Yusuf and Stevie give an example of how their student digital leaders have collaborated to gain future-ready skills. The guests also share their advice for teachers looking to use new digital technology in the classroom and look to the future at how the role of the FE teacher may change over time. Finally, Yusuf discusses how Cardiff and Vale College are removing the barriers from equity, quality and diversity through the use of technology. Show notes · See how our can help you · Find out more about how the can elevate FE and skills providers’ digital ambitions · Discover how the works · Explore our · , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you · Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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42. Award winners miniseries - University of Dundee transforming the crime scene with VR technology
12/12/2023
42. Award winners miniseries - University of Dundee transforming the crime scene with VR technology
On this episode of Beyond the Technology, Sophia Speakman hosts Professor Niamh Nic Daeid, Vincenzo Rinaldi and Heather Doran from the University of Dundee, winners of the innovative use of technology award at the Herald Higher Education Awards, to discuss the exciting project surrounding virtual reality (VR) being carried out at the Leverhulme Research Centre. Niamh and Vincenzo outline how the team aims to revolutionise crime scene investigations and court proceedings using VR. Having already worked with the Danish police, the project is focused on creating a systematic approach to turn crime scene images into a VR environment, providing a more immersive decision-making tool. The team envisions a future where VR brings crime scenes to investigators, reducing the need for physical travel. Heather discusses how the pandemic limited engagement of the tool with public audiences due to the tactile nature of the VR technology and also how the university’s widening access team hope to work with them to share VR with students. Vincenzo addresses the high costs associated with advanced forensic technologies and how the project aims to focus on cost-effective solutions by repurposing existing tools such as traditional cameras and commercial-grade VR devices. To close, Vincenzo and Niamh offer advice to other universities seeking to explore innovation in technology. Show notes Read more about the University of Dundee’s ground-breaking project in our Find out more about the , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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41. Further education and skills - digital development at Petroc College: from seed to flower
10/23/2023
41. Further education and skills - digital development at Petroc College: from seed to flower
In our second further education and skills focused podcast, Sheena Murphy-Collett, Petroc College’s Vice Principal of people, organisational development and engagement joins us to discuss digital growth, from seed to flower. This is the second in a series of podcasts focused on further education and skills (FE), hosted by Andrew McFadyen and Louisa Stamatelopoulos. Throughout this series Andrew and Louisa are joined by experts from further education colleges to shine a light on how they support digital development through the use of Jisc tools, such as the digital elevation tool, building digital capability service and digital experience insights surveys. Sheena Murphy-Collett, Vice Principal of people, organisational development and engagement at , begins by revealing her unconventional route into FE and how her suite of transferable skills benefit her current role. Next, Sheena discusses the digital focus at Petroc College, orienting herself into three new teams and using Jisc’s digital elevation tool to give structure and priorities to those teams. Sheena also talks about the excellent contacts she has made through Jisc community events and the opportunities they have opened up. To close, Sheena shares her advice for teachers looking to utilise digital technology, her views on how the role of the FE teacher may change over time and a look at Petroc College’s digital three year plan. Show notes See how our can help you Find out more about how the can elevate FE and skills providers’ digital ambitions Discover how the works Explore our , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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40. Demonstrating digital transformation - beyond blended - post-pandemic curriculum and learning design
09/05/2023
40. Demonstrating digital transformation - beyond blended - post-pandemic curriculum and learning design
In this podcast episode, Elizabeth Newall welcomes Helen Beetham and Sheila MacNeill, who discuss rethinking learning and curriculum design in higher education. Helen Beetham, a researcher in digital education and Sheila MacNeill, an independent consultant with experience in curriculum design talk about the importance of rethinking learning and curriculum design in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to adapt to new challenges. The conversation explores the evolution of curriculum design pre and post pandemic, emphasising a shift towards a more holistic approach. They introduce the concept of "beyond blended," which focuses on blending of different modes of learning, particularly synchronous and asynchronous, and the impact of technology on time and place within the curriculum. The discussion also touches on the student experience during the pandemic, highlighting issues related to new technologies such as generative AI, accessibility, and the need for flexibility. Helen and Sheila share that different students have different preferences for learning modes, and the pandemic has highlighted the importance of catering to diverse learning needs. Helen and Sheila share their work on the six pillars of blended learning. They emphasise the importance of understanding the pedagogic differences between in-place and online learning, the role of pace in learning, and the need to balance flexibility with the specific needs of students. They also introduce the idea of using "lenses" to examine the curriculum from different angles, both at the curriculum and strategic levels. The conversation concludes by highlighting the need for a robust curriculum design process and the potential for new technologies like generative AI to be accommodated within flexible curriculum design process. Show notes · Beyond blended: Post-pandemic curriculum and learning design: lessons from the higher education (HE) sector. Available to download from: · Sign up to receive advance notice of the Beyond blended web guide: · Read the report on · Read our on blending digital and physical at the University of Northampton · Check out our , and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing · - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you · Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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39. Demonstrating digital transformation - rethinking learning and curriculum design at the University of Northampton
08/30/2023
39. Demonstrating digital transformation - rethinking learning and curriculum design at the University of Northampton
In this episode of the Beyond the Technology podcast, Elizabeth Newall, senior consultant in the Digital transformation of learning, teaching, and assessment at Jisc, welcomes a panel of experts from the University of Northampton. They discuss their innovative approach to rethinking learning and curriculum design in higher education. The conversation begins by discussing the University of Northampton's unique setting. Shân Wareing, deputy vice chancellor, and Rob Howe, head of learning technology, share how their Waterside campus allowed them to consolidate facilities into a more sustainable space. This campus was designed for blended learning, offering laptops to eligible students, and featuring various learning spaces. Shân discusses the university's evolving digital strategy with the creation of an artificial intelligence group to address academic integrity concerns and to explore AI's educational potential. The podcast delves into the challenges of supporting staff in learning and curriculum design. Jim Harris, a learning designer, highlights the fear of change as a significant hurdle. Jim emphasises the importance of considering staff members' various levels of understanding and comfort with digital processes and learning design, ranging from basic introductions to advanced publishing. Kate Coulson, head of learning and teaching enhancement, discusses the pivotal role of students in curriculum design and learning. Kate advocates for a "give and take" model, where students become co-creators of the curriculum rather than passive recipients, emphasising the importance of investing time and resources. Lastly, Shân shares her vision for digital transformation at the University of Northampton, highlighting that the focus should remain on how students learn. Shân underscores the importance of culture, creativity, and patience in the process, as well as the need to prioritise people over technology. Show notes · Check out our , and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing · - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you · Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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38. Demonstrating digital transformation - Reimagining assessment and feedback at University College London
07/31/2023
38. Demonstrating digital transformation - Reimagining assessment and feedback at University College London
Join Sarah Knight, head of learning and teaching transformation at Jisc, who is joined by Marieke Guy, Head of Digital Assessment at University College London (UCL) and Mary McHarg, Activities & Engagement Officer at UCL Student Union to discuss the reimagining of assessment and feedback at the institution. Marieke provides insights into the university's broad scope, with 11 faculties and over 60 departments. UCL supports around 43,000 students and over 14,000 employees, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. They discuss how the institution faces the challenge of maintaining consistency and utilising technology effectively due to its scale and diversity. Mary highlights the challenges students face in relation to assessment and feedback. With a vast institution like UCL, students experience different assessment methods, frequencies, and feedback quality across departments. The podcast explores the importance of consistency, quality feedback, and supporting student well-being. The episode emphasises the involvement of students in the assessment process. UCL actively engages students through panels, partnerships, and programmes such as ‘student changemakers’. Marieke discusses the wide range of assessment tools used at UCL, such as Moodle, Wiseflow, Mahara, WordPress, Crowdmark, and Turnitin. The conversation moves on to how UCL is addressing the need for assessment practice and curriculum redesign. Marieke mentions ongoing work with the academic practice centre and academic communication centre to support staff in rethinking assessments. The discussion delves into AI's role in assessment and the need to educate staff and students about its capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations. UCL is incorporating AI into assessments and actively involving students in discussions about its use. The episode concludes with the importance of senior leaders supporting the institutional approach to rethinking assessment and feedback. It emphasises the need for clear communication, involving students as partners, providing resources and support for staff, and investing in experts. Show notes Read more about Check out our , and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing Read the for valuable insights and updates on innovative digital assessment practices at UCL - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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37. Demonstrating digital transformation - Developing digital strategy at University of Greenwich
07/17/2023
37. Demonstrating digital transformation - Developing digital strategy at University of Greenwich
In this episode, Simon Birkett, senior consultant for digital transformation at Jisc is joined by Jodie Wetherall, Associate Director - Office of the CIO at the University of Greenwich to discuss the university's digital strategy and its impact. Jodie shares insights into the University of Greenwich's vision for 2030, aiming to be the best modern university in the UK. They discuss the strategic priorities that focus on transformational shifts in learning and teaching, research and knowledge exchange, as well as the four cross-cutting priorities of student success, inclusivity and culture, impactful research and knowledge exchange, and connected and sustainable campuses. The conversation delves into the development and evolution of the university's digital strategy. They talk about the importance of aligning the strategy with the overall corporate strategy, gaining executive sponsorship, and involving the entire university community. Several initiatives and projects are highlighted, including the Student Lifecycle Management programme, which aims to provide a digital student centre for self-service access, improving the student experience. The Classroom Enhancement Programme is discussed, which focuses on upgrading and enhancing classroom environments to support flexible delivery models. Jodie also mentions the new programme focusing on research and knowledge exchange, exploring ways to streamline processes and empower researchers with technology. In terms of the wider sector conversation, Jodie discusses the significance of time, opportunities coming out of COVID and long-term planning in digital transformation. They emphasise the importance of having a high-performing team, strong executive leadership, and a positive reputation for delivering change. Looking to the future, Jodie acknowledges the challenges posed by the current financial climate and discusses the university's digital strategy for the future. Show notes Read more about Join us for our 18 July 2023 Check out our , and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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36. Hybrid teaching: learning from staff and student experiences
07/07/2023
36. Hybrid teaching: learning from staff and student experiences
In this episode Lis Parcell is joined by Matt Turner and Gabi Witthaus at the (HEFi), to talk about a hybrid teaching project involving two universities. Gabi and Matt were part of a research team made up of staff and students from (project lead) and University of Birmingham (project partner) which investigated experiences of hybrid teaching and learning in academic year 2020/2021. The principal investigator was Cecilia Goria (University of Nottingham) and the project was supported and funded by the (QAA). “…the term ‘hybrid teaching’ is used to refer to lectures/seminars/classes in which some students are physically present in a classroom and others join online simultaneously from remote locations” Lis begins by talking to Matt and Gabi about the origins of the project and their definition of hybrid teaching. They look at how hybrid teaching rooms were developed at the two participating universities to enable all students to continue studying as some returned to campus and some remained online as Covid restrictions were lifted. Importantly, the research involved collaboration between students and staff and they touch on how this was achieved. The project gathered a fascinating array of quantitative and qualitative data from over 500 students and nearly 50 staff (teaching and audio-visual/IT) across the two universities. Gabi and Matt offer an overview of the main themes which emerged, interspersed with quotes from staff and students. Whilst the project’s recommendations make particularly valuable reading for anyone contemplating hybrid teaching, we also hear how they might inform digital transformation of learning and teaching more generally. Gabi and Matt finish with reflections on some potential areas for further investigation. Show notes · Read the full report . · Goria, C., Witthaus, G., Turner, M., Hanford, S., Bhend, M., Wray, A., Wahyudi, M., & Gibson, A. (2022). QAA. (Accessed 2 June 2023) · about the work of the Higher Education Futures Institute, University of Birmingham. · , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you. Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series.
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35. Demonstrating digital transformation - Using immersive rooms at Staffordshire University
06/22/2023
35. Demonstrating digital transformation - Using immersive rooms at Staffordshire University
In this episode, Sarah Knight, Head of learning and teaching transformation in higher education at Jisc is joined by Mike Phillips, the executive dean at the School of Health Science and Wellbeing at Staffordshire University where he discusses how the use of immersive learning and simulation learning is transforming the student experience in health care. Mike outlines the role that the School of Health Science and Wellbeing has in the immersive journey and shares the challenges of delivering health care education in the sector over the past 20 years. Mike then goes on to explore how technology has enabled the university to address some of the challenges they face including the pandemic accelerating plans and the use of simulation placements for students across health, social care and wellbeing disciplines. Mike shares how he has brought staff along on the journey to ‘simmersive’ and the innovative approaches that they’ve used to create an authentic workplace setting for students. Mike highlights the 3 P’s which are essential to embedding technology within the student experience: The people, the place and the pedagogy. Mike talks about students and staff embracing the approach to simulation based learning post-pandemic and the welcoming of technological change at Staffordshire adopting a hybrid role across the academic and technical digital spaces. Mike then goes on to share the five stage approach and the framework for the integration of skills and simulation when delivering an incremental exposure towards real world practice for the universities learners. Finally, we focus on creating a simulation environment to develop an authentic assessment experience and enhance student learning and feedback.
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34. Demonstrating digital transformation - Using simmersive learning at Staffordshire University
06/14/2023
34. Demonstrating digital transformation - Using simmersive learning at Staffordshire University
In this episode, we are joined by Raheel Nawaz from Staffordshire University, where we learn about the exciting and innovative work Raheel is leading on in the digital transformation space. Raheel Nawaz is a professor of artificial intelligence and a professor of digital education working at Staffordshire University as pro vice-chancellor for digital transformation. Raheel explores his vision for digital transformation at Staffordshire University including the new digital at core strategy and the four main pillars that underpin this vision. Raheel talks about the essential building blocks needed within a university to enable digital transformation to happen in the form of three main components : strategy, culture and governance of the strategy including the process Raheel and his team took when creating their digital transformation strategy. He then goes on to explain the three projects the university are most excited about in the world of digital transformation. The first of the three being simplifying the student experience with the launch of the first ai assistant in any university with the aim of bringing course, community and career together in a single integrated student interface. Secondly, the self-coined ‘simmersive’, a support mantra of simulation and immersive and how Staffordshire is integrating this concept into the DNA of buildings and the student experience. And finally, a project around building minimum expectations around staff and student digital capabilities. Raheel talks about what senior leaders can do to encourage a culture of digital transformation including what we can do for the culture of our university experience. And finally we look to the future of the sector and where we see the university experience evolving since the pandemic and the rapid increase of ai. And finally posing the question to senior leaders ‘how do we make the most of technology?’ Show notes Check out the events happening within our digital transformation series: - Join us at University of Northampton for rethinking learning and curriculum design on 6 July. . - Taking place 18 July, join us at University of Greenwich for developing and implementing a digital strategy. . Check out our , and explore a comprehensive perspective on how the digital environment can support positive work, research and learning experiences, and promote a sense of belonging and wellbeing. , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you. Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series.
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33. Further education and skills - supporting digital development at Boston College
05/15/2023
33. Further education and skills - supporting digital development at Boston College
This episode is the first in a series of podcasts focused on further education and skills, hosted by Andrew McFadyen and Louisa Stamatelopoulos. Throughout this series Andrew and Louisa will be joined by experts from further education colleges to shine a light on how they support digital development through the use of Jisc tools, such as the digital elevation tool, building digital capability service and digital experience insights surveys. Phil Peatling, Head of Digital Learning at , firstly discusses the digital transformation of development and skills for both teachers and learners, to prepare them for digital advancements across industries. Next, Phil talks about how Jisc’s digital elevation tool gave the college a platform for development and brought the Digital team and the IT technicians closer together to assess their digital maturity levels. Phil also shares advice for teachers on using digital technology and how he sees the role of the further education teacher changing over time. Show notes See how our can help you Find out more about how the can elevate FE and skills providers’ digital ambitions Discover how the works Explore our , which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Get in touch with us at if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series
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32. Teaching immunology in a galaxy far far away
12/01/2022
32. Teaching immunology in a galaxy far far away
How Nigel Francis uses the Star Wars universe to explain complicated topics like immunology We speak with Dr Nigel Francis, senior lecturer at Cardiff University, about his project, , which is a series of videos and illustrations that describes the basic functions of the immune system through the Star Wars movies. Simon explains how he first came up with the idea to explain immunology in this way and shares how he worked directly with the students to develop the concept. By linking the cells of the immune system with the characters from Star Wars, Simon and his students have created a unique and creative way to help students remember these different cells and their roles in the immune response. Show notes View the Nigel mentions if you’d like to come on the show or know someone who might suit the series.
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31. Reviewing learning and curriculum design
09/06/2022
31. Reviewing learning and curriculum design
Sarah Knight chats with consultants Helen Beetham and Sheila MacNeill about their recent review of learning and curriculum design in higher education. We chat with Helen and Sheila about the findings from their review, which included a desk-based literature review, a survey of over 155 professionals and 20 interviews with staff from within higher education. Alongside this, they also share examples of how universities are evolving their learning and curriculum design practices, and discuss how we can integrate things that worked well during the pandemic.
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Rethinking assessment and feedback - Shifting to digital assessment
06/30/2022
Rethinking assessment and feedback - Shifting to digital assessment
We’re joined by Simon Walker, Director of programme development at University College London, to discuss how they have moved to digital assessment by default. Simon starts by talking through the challenges they have been facing with assessment, including how they had previously recognised that it was out of kilter with the student’s expectations for a modern education system. The pandemic enabled them to take a bold step toward adapting their practices, adopting an end-to-end digital assessment platform. We then discuss how they have supported staff with their assessment and feedback practices, adopting a team of digital assessment advisers who help onboard faculties and share best practices.
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Rethinking assessment and feedback - Unlocking the power of comparison based feedback
06/01/2022
Rethinking assessment and feedback - Unlocking the power of comparison based feedback
In this episode, we are joined by Professor David Nicol, Suzanne McCallum, Lovleen Kushwah and Nick Quinn from The Adam Smith Business School at the University of Glasgow to chat about how they are using comparison based feedback to improve their assessment and feedback practices. Professor David Nicol, Research Professor: Teaching Excellence Initiative, at The Adam Smith Business School, starts by taking us through the research they have undertaken into feedback, looking at what feedback students generate themselves when asked to compare their work against other types of information such as videos, textbooks or lecture notes, instead of a teacher’s comments. David’s research found that students generate significant feedback on their own whilst also reducing the need for teacher comments. He then explains the three concepts behind the work at the university: All feedback is inner feedback - students are the protagonist of feedback. All feedback is a result of a comparison process. What students compare their work against determines the type of feedback they generate - Different kinds of information results in different kinds of feedback. Suzanne McCallum, Lovleen Kushwah and Dr Nick Quinn then speak about the methods they are using to bring this comparison based feedback approach to life, sharing how they have found it so far and the feedback they have had from students.
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Rethinking assessment and feedback: Creating a shared vision
05/17/2022
Rethinking assessment and feedback: Creating a shared vision
In this third episode of our mini-series on rethinking assessment and feedback, we are joined by Karen Barton, director of the learning and teaching innovation centre at the University of Hertfordshire. Karen shares some of the feedback they have had from students on assessment including, providing authentic assessment, providing personalised assessment where possible and changes to the workloads/phasing of assessment. We then discuss a recent consultation and review that the university has taken to help identify the changes needed to support their vision for teaching, learning, and assessment. The review helped develop the ‘Herts learning principles’, which were created to help address some areas that the university sees as important in the future, with one of these principles being around how they harness technology to support their strategy. We also discuss how the university is supporting staff to take these new assessment practices forward, discussing how they created an assessment experts group within the university to provide policy outputs, direction, and guidance for staff. Lastly, Karen shares what she thinks are the critical success factors that need to be in place within an institution to help realise affective assessment and feedback.
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Rethinking assessment and feedback: Providing personalised feedback at scale
05/04/2022
Rethinking assessment and feedback: Providing personalised feedback at scale
In this episode of our rethinking assessment and feedback mini-series, Sarah Knight chats with Danny Liu and Benjamin Miller about how they are adapting their assessment and feedback practices at The University of Sydney. Danny and Benjamin start by sharing some of the issues and challenges that an institution-wide review into assessment picked up, including assessment weighting, group work and assessment feedback. They then talk about how the development of the student relationship engagement system (SRES) has helped solve the problem of engaging a large number of students with personalised feedback and personal care. Finally, they share their tips and advice on the steps UK universities could take to improve their assessment and feedback practices.
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Rethinking assessment and feedback: How the landscape is changing
03/18/2022
Rethinking assessment and feedback: How the landscape is changing
As part of our ‘rethinking assessment and feedback’ mini-series, Sarah Knight is joined by Gill Ferrell to chat about the newly released review into the UK assessment and feedback landscape in higher education. This episode forms part of our mini-series ‘rethinking assessment and feedback’ hosted by Sarah Knight. Over the next few months these episodes, Sarah will chat with experts from universities across the world about how they are rethinking their assessment and feedback practices. Gill discusses the results of a survey of 46 higher education providers on what aspects of assessment and feedback they are currently supporting with technology, what has changed over time, and their current use of online submissions and marking. Sarah also chats with Gill about the principles of good assessment and feedback featured in our new guide. Gill shares some real-world examples from universities across the world of how some of these principles are effectively being applied today.
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30. Bringing examinations online
02/04/2022
30. Bringing examinations online
In this episode, we chat with Rob Blagden, director of libraries, technology & information at the University of Gloucestershire. Rob talks through the steps his university took to bring over almost all of their exams online, sharing the successes and hurdles they encountered along the way. He also goes through the feedback received from staff and students on the process. We also discuss the future technologies that excite Rob, including artificial intelligence, machine learning and how cloud computing can help enable that.
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29. Using AI to support and enhance formative assessment
01/21/2022
29. Using AI to support and enhance formative assessment
This week we chatted with Aftab Hussain, information learning technology manager at Bolton College, about Firstpass, an automated system that helps automate the marking and feedback of open-ended questions using artificial intelligence Aftab talks through the benefits of Firstpass, sharing how the system can help reduce the burden on teachers when marking formative assessments, whilst providing students with instant feedback to their answers. Lastly, Aftab shares the latest updates and progress of Ada, Bolton college's digital assistant which went live in 2017.
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28. Digital assessment at scale
12/10/2021
28. Digital assessment at scale
This week Derfel Owen, Registrar and director of student and registry services at University College London, joins us to talk about how the university moved their exams online as part of a university wide digital assessment strategy.
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27. How the role of teaching staff has changed since the pandemic
12/02/2021
27. How the role of teaching staff has changed since the pandemic
In this episode we are joined by Clare Killen, senior consultant at Jisc, to talk about the findings from the recently released HE and FE staff digital experience insight surveys.
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26. How can we really prepare students for jobs of the future?
11/10/2021
26. How can we really prepare students for jobs of the future?
Our guest this week is Debs Gray, Principal of Grimsby Institute, and Jisc trustee. She joined us to talk all about the college’s trailblazing industry 4.0 programme.
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25. What can we learn from student study behaviour?
10/22/2021
25. What can we learn from student study behaviour?
We’re joined by Dr Jill McKay, a senior lecturer of veterinary science education at the University of Edinburgh.
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24. How to share best practice with teachers around the world
10/08/2021
24. How to share best practice with teachers around the world
Dr Phil Anthony, learning technologist from the division of natural sciences at the University of Kent, joins us to talk about his international digital teaching best practice community, where sector professionals from all around the world now engage to share advice, experiences and ideas about teaching online and digitally.
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