For anyone shaping or delivering assessment day to day
QAA Event – Assessment and Feedback Virtual Roadshow 14 – 18 September
New (Online) Workshop: Wednesday 19 August at 12.00 – Inclusivity & Wellbeing Interactive Card Game
Join this interactive 40-minute workshop to explore inclusive pedagogy, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and practical strategies for supporting student learning, culminating in a hands-on activity where you will design your own inclusive teaching approach.
Blackboard Updates
Introduction Over the past few months, there have been some exciting updates regarding Blackboard Ultra and associated technologies. This blog post will hopefully showcase some of the more impactful changes that have been implemented. Improved Navigation Whilst in a module,
Fellowship Successes through the University’s Professional Development Framework
Congratulations to all those colleagues (below) who have been successful during 2026 with their respective Fellowship applications, through the Recognising Excellence in Learning and Teaching (RELT) Programme.
Update from QAA – New Subject Benchmark Statements to support your courses
QAA have published six newly revised Subject Benchmark Statements please see below for further details
Microsoft Elevate Educator Expert Applications Now Open: Apply by July 31st!
The Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MEEE) self-nomination window is now open until July 31st 2026. Apply today and join a global community of innovative educators.
Blackboard Feature Alert: AI Conversations
Blackboard includes AI Conversations functionality, a feature designed to support interactive, scenario‑based learning within courses. This post provides a brief overview of what AI Conversations are, how they may be used in teaching, and key considerations for staff when exploring generative AI tools in Blackboard.
Adobe Education Institute – Adobe Express
Join the Adobe Education Institute with Adobe Express exclusively for Adobe Creative Campuses sessions running between 11-14 May 2026
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for week commencing 23rd March
A reminder of the CPD offering for week commencing 23rd March
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) week commencing 9th March
A reminder of the CPD offering for week commencing 9th March