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Five New Padlet Features for Higher Education To Try Today

by Rachael Thomas, Learning Technologist, University of Sussex Since Padlet was launched in 2008, it has become one of the most popular educational tools used here at the University of Sussex. Unlike many online teaching aids, it allows for synchronous

Posted in digital skills, Educational Enhancement, Learning Technologies

How I Survived Distraction Overload and Created the Ultimate Online Learning Blueprint

by Helen Todd, Learning Technologist, University of Sussex So I’m trying to write a blog post about engagement while WFH but I keep getting distracted. I select the perfect track to relax but also focus the mind on Spotify, have

Posted in Educational Enhancement, Learning theory, Online Distance Learning (ODL)

Academic Developers: May round up

Guidance for students from the Library on use of AI A new using generative AI in your assessments page has been added to the Skills Hub by the library team, created with colleagues from across campus who support academic skills

Posted in Academic Development, Educational Enhancement, Monthly Round-ups

Imagining Education: Reflections from Digifest 2024

by Helen Morley, Learning Technologist, University of Sussex In March 2024 I attended the Digifest conference hosted by JISC at the ICC in Birmingham. The focus for the two days was “Imagine the Future” and the programme included sessions on virtual

Posted in AI, Educational Enhancement, Learning Technologies

Teaching and Learning with Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice: April 2024 Update

 by Dr Sam Hemsley, Academic Developer, University of Sussex This Teaching and Learning with AI Community of Practice (AI CoP) update starts with a look back at the 2nd AI CoP meeting in March. There’s also information about how to

Posted in Academic Development, AI, AI CoP, Educational Enhancement

Artificial Intelligence Presents Both Promise and Peril: A Learning Technologist Reflects…

by Chris O’Reilly, Learning Technologist, University of Sussex Throughout my working life I have been passionate about creative learning: I’ve always sought innovative ways to engage with and develop educational content. I am myself a visual learner. Today, I find

Posted in AI, Educational Enhancement, Learning Technologies

Embracing Sustainability: The Journey to Our GrEEn Office

by Simon Overton, Educational Enhancement Co-ordinator, University of Sussex In a world increasingly conscious of its environmental footprint, the responsibility to adopt sustainable practices falls not just on individuals, but also on organisations. At the heart of this movement lies

Posted in Educational Enhancement, Sustainability

Sustainable Strategies for Learning Technologists: Reducing Environmental Impact in Educational Technology

by Simon Overton, Educational Enhancement Co-ordinator In the fast-paced world of educational technology, where innovation drives progress and accessibility is paramount, it’s easy to overlook the environmental footprint of our digital endeavours. Learning technologists play a crucial role in shaping

Posted in Educational Enhancement, Learning Technologies, Sustainability

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