Video is an essential part of education when transitioning to a hybrid learning format, as it stimulates cognitive processing, thinking, reasoning and problem-solving. In this blog, we will cover some useful tips on using video as a teaching resource. Place
Student engagement can have a positive impact on enhancing the student experience and has a critical role to play in improving student retention and achievement. Teesside University is committed to student engagement, retention and success evidenced through its Vision, Mission
Hybrid learning aims to provide students with helpful information and not to bombard them with irrelevant and unnecessary pieces of content. Applying the principle of simplicity in hybrid learning means conveying information in the simplest way possible. Less information will
Online and hybrid learning is an effective technique of delivering content to students. However, it can be difficult to know whether your students are grasping the content and meeting the intended learning outcomes until it comes to assessment. In an
Prioritising flexible assessment arrangements in a hybrid model means shifting on to more sustainable approaches designs that are sensitive to the needs and circumstances of students, giving them more control and ownership over assessment processes. ‘Flexibility’ in assessment is about responding to students’ individual learning needs as well as needs of the curriculum. The key is making assessment relevant to the learner.
Academic Registry will be publishing a series of help guides over the next 3 weeks every Tuesday and Thursday to assist staff in developing inclusive learning resources. These step by step guides will help everyone meet the requirements of the new accessibility regulations with comprehensive advice. Guidance will cover various topics such as accessibility features of various tools available to us all and simple techniques we can use to ensure resources are accessible as possible.
Due to the ongoing circumstances, you will have started to teach online and will be continuing in the hybrid format in the new semester. This may have involved recording your lectures using ReView, or hosting live sessions using Microsoft Teams. Many academics have concerns
Without having your students sat in front of you on campus, it can be hard to ensure that they are consistently engaged with the content that you are presenting to them. The following tips will help you to hold your
Discussion forums can be the heart and soul of the online classroom where students interact with one another to form a sense of community. Forums can also facilitate a safe learning space for students to flourish and learn…
With the new semester being ran in a hybrid learning format, your normal induction may need to be reviewed and modified. Many organisations will have to run their induction programmes remotely, but how can you ensure that your students gain a sense of belonging to the university via a virtual induction?…
