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Digital tools for writing at university

There are many mobile apps and browser-based digital tools that are designed to help with life at university, but it can be difficult to know which to choose for particular tasks. In September we ran a blog post on ‘Smarter

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Screencasting and podcasting: create rich learning resources

We often hear podcasts and screencasts discussed as learning resources, but what exactly are they? And how can you create them? A podcast is an audio file that can be downloaded and listened to as and when individual listeners would

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Getting started with your iPad

When it comes to the iPad, we in Sussex TEL usually write and publish blog posts concerning new and exciting apps, methods of recording video and ways of using the iPad in teaching and learning. However, we have recently realised that,

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What is Open Education? #openeducationwk

Open Education is a movement, a set of practices, a collection of resources and a range of tools. What brings them together is the aim of sharing knowledge, and technology is making that possible with an ease and on a

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Open Education Week at Sussex 9-13 March 2015 #openeducationwk

Next week is Open Education Week (OEW) and for the second year, Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) and the Library are joining forces to mark OEW at the University of Sussex and bring colleagues events and resources on the theme of

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Interactive visual learning with ThingLink

What is ThingLink? Available on both iOS and Android, ThingLink is a free app that allows you to create and share engaging interactive images. With ThingLink users can overlay rich media tags onto an image or diagram and embed links

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Developing your digital academic profile

The use of social media can expand your reach, help you promote your research and build rich networks. You can use these networks within your teaching and learning to communicate your interests, expose students to new ideas, and direct followers

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5 top tips for mobile filmmakers

The inclusion of cameras on the majority of mobile devices over the last few years has made the art of filmmaking simpler and more accessible to a wider audience than ever before. Mobile filmmaking provides a valuable tool for educators

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