As many of us continue to work, teach and learn remotely, keeping on top of all our meetings, actions, things to do remains a major challenge. Quite timely then that Microsoft have introduced some significant changes to how you can
We now have a comprehensive set of accessibility guidelines to help you meet accessibility requirements. Today we introduce new guidance on creating accessible visual data. These step by step guides will help everyone meet the requirements of the new accessibility
Lack of meaningful feedback is one of the biggest challenges learners face on a hybrid learning programme. Coupled with this, many students can feel intimidated because of the isolated nature that often comes with the online component of hybrid learning.
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
