Due to the current circumstances, you may be beginning to record your lectures using ReView, or host live sessions using Microsoft Teams. Many academics are becoming concerned about setting up a remote learning workspace that is effective for recording. The following are a few tips which can help you achieve a productive space…
Designing online group work through problem-based learning – Did you know?
Problem based learning does not have to stop whilst your students are temporarily out of the classroom. There are several different tools that you can utilise to ensure that your students can still participate in group work whilst working at home. Discussion Boards, Microsoft Teams, Padlet and Sway…
Maintaining Office Hours in a Virtual Environment – Did you know?
Did you know you can maintain office hours using Microsoft Teams? Virtual office hours are a great way to host one-to-one sessions that you would normally host on campus. This could be for a quick catch up, or even to go through your student’s assignment. Start by setting out clear expectations of when your virtual office hours are going to be held. Ask your students to book onto a time slot so that you can manage this time effectively…
Preparing students for online learning
Transitioning from on campus to online learning can be a major change for your students. Some students will find this time stressful, so we must aim to make this change as seamless as possible. Here are some tips for your students to ensure that they are getting the most out of this online learning experience…
Creating knowledge check quizzes – Did you know?
Did you know you can create knowledge check quizzes using Microsoft Forms? Knowledge check quizzes can be a great way to keep track of how well your students are retaining the information you are teaching them. This is important when teaching online, as you are then able to offer extra support to the students that need it…