Student Experiences of a Dual Component Remote Learning Model.
By Johanna Fenton (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) In response to the need for remote teaching in the 2020-21 academic year, the MSc Forensic Psychology...
Using Media in your teaching for dynamic learning
By Laura Hollinshead (Learning Technologist-Curriculum Development) As technology develops, embedding itself within business and processes, it is crucial that the skills development of employees keeps...
Debate in an online learning environment
By Jack Frost (Senior Lecturer in Education) Group work provides students with an opportunity to learn from their peers, view content from multiple perspectives and...
Working towards student success – The Uni-Comms Derby story.
By Johanna Fenton (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) The permanent shift to home working for many businesses and organisations, including within the media industry, meant...
Using Panopto to Provide Video Feedback
By Johanna Fenton (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) We have had many academics asks us about different ways to deliver feedback over the last few...
I spy with my little eye, a blended learning model for outdoor extra-curricula activities.
By Johanna Fenton (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) Extra curricula activities can add significantly to the student experience if they are suitably targeted. Based on the...
Student Roundtable: Teaching Global History – Decolonisation, Inclusion, and Sustainability
By Nicola Sparkes (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) The History programmes at Derby were revalidated just a few months before the 2020 global pandemic began....
The Importance of Student Socialisation: Exploring strategies to connect students with one another in a blended environment
By Rob Higson (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) Developing a strong learning community has always been critical in ensuring that our students feel connected to...
Providing education for sustainable development in the Foundation Pathways Programme
By Laura Hollinshead (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) As a programme, The Foundation Pathways Programme (FPP), which sits on the border between further education and...
Supporting Psychology, Nursing, Counselling and Health and Social Care students to work within an anti-racist approach in your area of practice.
By Laura Hollinshead (Learning Technologist – Curriculum Development) There are unfortunately disparities specifically linked to race in the field of health, mental health, psychology, higher...