learning and teaching
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From Passive Screens to Active Learning: What Our Pilot Taught Us about Engaging Distance-Learners
Why we ran the pilot When discussion boards fall silent and lecture videos run in the background, distance-learning students start switching off—literally. It's a different ballgame. Many of us, both students and staff, have felt that pinch of disengagement, leaving...
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The ABC of learning design: course conversations in the School of Management
Recently, members of the CLT had the pleasure of hosting an ABC Learning Design workshop with colleagues from the School of Management, including staff from Finance and Law, employability and placements, student engagement, and marketing. Â The workshop attendees appreciated...
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Enhancing Engagement with Mentimeter: Insights from the TEL Community of Practice Meet-Up?
On February 19, 2025, the TEL Community of Practice hosted a vibrant meet-up with eight staff members sharing their personal experiences and insights on using Mentimeter, an interactive presentation tool. The session was packed with valuable discussions, practical examples, and...
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FeedbackFruits and Groupwork
Overview Group work is an integral part of Architecture and Civil Engineering. With companies wanting students to have the transferable skills to work productively in teams, as well as the Office of Students including group working skills as a sector-wide...