Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) for Teaching, Learning & Assessment
I know what you’re thinking. Yes, I did write this myself. If, like me, you get to a point on what seems like a daily basis where you ‘get’ artificial intelligence, only to be back to square one the day after, well we may be able to help.
Posted on: 5 March 2024
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 30, the one with the Hippopotamus
In Episode 30, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion focused on gaining skills during the student journey, from critical data literacies through to presentation skills and problem-solving as well as interdisciplinary and problem-based learning and open pedagogies.
Posted on: 29 January 2024
H5P Pilot - Examples from the University so far
H5P is an easy to use tool for the creation of interactive learning resources in Canvas and elsewhere. We have been running a pilot jointly between CIE and the School of Medicine since 2022 with a number of author licenses available for staff to use.
Posted on: 25 January 2024
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 29, the one with the collabetition
In Episode 29, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covers gamification for learning as well as the use of laser pointers, a self-created AGILE tool for reflection and the technique called Creative Enquiry Methodologies.
Posted on: 15 January 2024
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 28, the one with the M&Ms
In Episode 28, our discussion of lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items delved into the power of narrative and stories in capturing students' attention, the anxiety both educators and learners face, role-play and embodied learning, underscoring the importance of empathy, creating a conducive, safe learning environment with a holistic development of head, heart, and hands in education.
Posted on: 18 December 2023
Comparative Marking
In this video podcast, Tony Topping, Senior Learning Technologist in the School of Engineering, spoke to Sam Saunders from the Centre for Innovation in Education about the purpose, benefits and process of comparative marking – where markers examine two pieces of work side-by-side and make a judgement on which is better based on a set of criteria.
Posted on: 12 December 2023
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 27, the one with the kiss of blood
In Episode 27, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion evoked an environment where students exercise agency and confidence to explore new ideas through experiments, metaphorical imagery, gamification and where students are guided through complex threshold concepts with a range of exciting and fun pedagogies drawing on active learning, collaboration and peer learning. …
Posted on: 6 December 2023
Looking Back on 2023
As we bid farewell to 2023, it's a perfect time to reflect on the accomplishments and achievements from CIE, and eagerly prepare for what 2024 holds!
Posted on: 5 December 2023
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 26, the one with the story/ paper/scissors
In Episode 26, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion explored how we can get scientists to engage in less linear, creative thinking, getting students to interact directly with artefacts, engage them in peer-to-peer feedback, reflective learning, and the importance of struggle in the process of learning.
Posted on: 20 November 2023
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Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) for Teaching, Learning & Assessment
I know what you’re thinking. Yes, I did write this myself. If, like me, you get to a point on what seems like a daily basis where you ‘get’ artificial intelligence, only to be back to square one the day after, well we may be able to help.
Posted on: 5 March 2024