Front Independent Learning Reflection (Inc. CPD Personal Development) The ability to reflect on actions and decisions is a necessary skill in many occupations / professional bodies Independent Learning Reflection (Inc. CPD Personal Development) Students have time to consider their development, and can identify areas of personal challenge Independent Learning Reflection (Inc. CPD Personal Development) Helps students to develop critical-thinking skills Work-related learning Problem-based learning Work-related learning Problem-based learning Work-related learning Role-play Work-related learning Role-play Independent Learning Phased Learning / Mastery Moving onto increasingly complex topics makes learning more visible to students Independent Learning Phased Learning / Mastery Student is encouraged to become more autonomous Independent Learning Phased Learning / Mastery Develops students' confidence in their abilities Work-related learning Role-play Encourage and enable imaginative and innovative thinking Provides students with the opportunity to research and evaluate the relative merits of different approaches Mimic real-world, real-time situations, enabling immediate reflection and feedback Practice complex or high order skills in a safe and supported environment Illustrate and consider ethical/moral/legal questions likely to be encountered in employment Work-related learning Problem-based learning Develops students' confidence in their abilities

Back Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Mind maps Voice recordings Google Sites Wikis Benefits of Technology Can simplify the incorporation of artefacts in a wide range of media types Easier to share and repurpose reflections Allows for on-going review and tutor feedback Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Mind maps Voice recordings Google Sites Wikis Benefits of Technology Can simplify the incorporation of artefacts in a wide range of media types Easier to share and repurpose reflections Allows for on-going review and tutor feedback Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Mind maps Voice recordings Google Sites Wikis Benefits of Technology Can simplify the incorporation of artefacts in a wide range of media types Easier to share and repurpose reflections Allows for on-going review and tutor feedback Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Presentation tools Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Can more closely model the real world by using the same (or similar) tools Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Presentation tools Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Can more closely model the real world by using the same (or similar) tools Technology to Support Blackboard tests Blogs ePortfolio Screencasts Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Can provide instant feedback on attainment New material can be released automatically upon reaching a level Technology to Support Blackboard tests Blogs ePortfolio Screencasts Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Can provide instant feedback on attainment New material can be released automatically upon reaching a level Technology to Support Technology to Support Technology to Support Technology to Support Blackboard tests Blogs ePortfolio Screencasts Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Can provide instant feedback on attainment New material can be released automatically upon reaching a level Audio Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Easier to include external participants Can replicate real- world situations more closely, e.g. debating around a Blog post Recorded interactions can be analysed afterwards Audio Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Easier to include external participants Can replicate real- world situations more closely, e.g. debating around a Blog post Recorded interactions can be analysed afterwards Audio Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Easier to include external participants Can replicate real- world situations more closely, e.g. debating around a Blog post Recorded interactions can be analysed afterwards Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Presentation tools Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Can more closely model the real world by using the same (or similar) tools

Front Independent Learning Self Directed Learning Can lead to high levels of active engagement as students pick topics of personal interest Independent Learning Self Directed Learning Independent Learning Self Directed Learning Work-related learning Practical / Project work Fosters independent learning and increases diversity of topics, resulting in greater topic coverage among a cohort Work-related learning Practical / Project work Work-related learning Practical / Project work Encourages students to develop their critical thinking and research skills Work-related learning Simulation Work-related learning Simulation Facilitate and encourage practical skill and equipment proficiencies likely to be encountered in practice Work-related learning Simulation Modelling the ‘real world’ allows better understanding of the relevant concepts Allows 'safe' exploration of challenging or controversial topics and techniques Work-related learning Work-based learning / Placements Students can develop useful relationships and contacts within their industry Work-related learning Work-based learning / Placements Opportunities to explore the relationship between theory and practice Work-related learning Work-based learning / Placements Helps students to develop resources for a portfolio of their work Provides opportunities for students to use theory to develop practical solutions Allows students to develop examples of their work which could be included in a portfolio Students are able to develop and show the depth of their knowledge and creativity

Back Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Helps students take greater ownership of content and method Allows a wide variety of sources and resources to be used Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Helps students take greater ownership of content and method Allows a wide variety of sources and resources to be used Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Helps students take greater ownership of content and method Allows a wide variety of sources and resources to be used Technology to Support Audio ePortfolio Photos Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Students can use similar tools to those they would in the workplace Easy to retain intermediate ('draft') versions and review changes Technology to Support Audio ePortfolio Photos Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Students can use similar tools to those they would in the workplace Easy to retain intermediate ('draft') versions and review changes Technology to Support Audio ePortfolio Photos Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Students can use similar tools to those they would in the workplace Easy to retain intermediate ('draft') versions and review changes Technology to Support Blogs Computer-based simulations Interactive resources and equipment Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Simulations can be quickly restarted Allows simulated events to be paused and studied in detail Technology to Support Blogs Computer-based simulations Interactive resources and equipment Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Simulations can be quickly restarted Allows simulated events to be paused and studied in detail Technology to Support Blogs Computer-based simulations Interactive resources and equipment Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Simulations can be quickly restarted Allows simulated events to be paused and studied in detail Technology to Support Technology to Support Technology to Support Blackboard discussion forums Blogs ePortfolio Mobile apps and devices Benefits of Technology Reduces the sense of isolation some students feel when out of University Allows easier interactions between geographically separated parties Blackboard discussion forums Blogs ePortfolio Mobile apps and devices Benefits of Technology Reduces the sense of isolation some students feel when out of University Allows easier interactions between geographically separated parties Blackboard discussion forums Blogs ePortfolio Mobile apps and devices Benefits of Technology Reduces the sense of isolation some students feel when out of University Allows easier interactions between geographically separated parties

Front Independent Learning Phased Learning / Mastery Develops students' confidence in their abilities Information-focused learning Lectures as pre-work Information-focused learning Lectures as pre-work Students come to sessions with a required level of knowledge and understanding Information-focused learning Lectures as pre-work Allows tutors to repurpose contact time for more engaging methods Information-focused learning Resource-centred/-facilitated discussion Development of presentation and/or other communication skills Information-focused learning Resource-centred/-facilitated discussion Develops critical evaluation skills Information-focused learning Micro-research Used for group work, it can develop collaboration skills, but can also develop autonomy, independence and responsibility Information-focused learning Micro-research Students can develop the learning materials for each other (potentially reusing them in subsequent cohorts) Information-focused learning Teacher-directed learning/traditional lecture Time-efficient way of transmitting large amounts of information to large cohorts Information-focused learning Teacher-directed learning/traditional lecture Materials that can't be shared with students (legally, ethically, morally, physically, etc.) can still be presented to them Information-focused learning Resource-centred/-facilitated discussion Encourages expression of feelings, values and opinions/ beliefs and sharing of experiences. Information-focused learning Micro-research Development of presentation and/or other communication skills Information-focused learning Teacher-directed learning/traditional lecture Enthusiasm for the subject can be passed on by enthusiastic lecturers Students are able to engage with materials flexibly and at their own pace

Back Technology to Support Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blackboard tests Electronic Voting Systems Podcasts Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Allows a variety of media to be used Students can access the information at a time and place to suit themselves Technology to Support Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blackboard tests Electronic Voting Systems Podcasts Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Allows a variety of media to be used Students can access the information at a time and place to suit themselves Technology to Support Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blackboard tests Electronic Voting Systems Podcasts Resource lists online Video Benefits of Technology Allows a variety of media to be used Students can access the information at a time and place to suit themselves Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard Discussion forums Photos Resource lists online Skype Video Benefits of Technology Discussions can more easily include external parties Record of discussion can be subsequently analysed Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard Discussion forums Photos Resource lists online Skype Video Benefits of Technology Discussions can more easily include external parties Record of discussion can be subsequently analysed Technology to Support Audio Presentation tools Resource lists online Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Allows flexibility in presentation method and tools Encourages use of different media types Develops skills that will be useful in employment Technology to Support Audio Presentation tools Resource lists online Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Allows flexibility in presentation method and tools Encourages use of different media types Develops skills that will be useful in employment Technology to Support Technology to Support Electronic Voting Systems Presentation tools Twitter Benefits of Technology Increase engagement during sessions Encourage interaction during lectures Identify and clarify misunderstandings as they happen Electronic Voting Systems Presentation tools Twitter Benefits of Technology Increase engagement during sessions Encourage interaction during lectures Identify and clarify misunderstandings as they happen Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard Discussion forums Photos Resource lists online Skype Video Benefits of Technology Discussions can more easily include external parties Record of discussion can be subsequently analysed Technology to Support Audio Presentation tools Resource lists online Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Allows flexibility in presentation method and tools Encourages use of different media types Develops skills that will be useful in employment Technology to Support Electronic Voting Systems Presentation tools Twitter Benefits of Technology Increase engagement during sessions Encourage interaction during lectures Identify and clarify misunderstandings as they happen

Front Independent Learning Phased Learning / Mastery Develops students' confidence in their abilities Peer learning Critiquing Helps develop skills in critical thinking, evidencing and evaluation in respect of own and others' work Peer learning Critiquing Supports development of reflective capability Peer learning Critiquing Students receive richer feedback on how to improve their work, based on multiple perspectives Peer learning Debate Builds skills necessary in employment, e.g. supporting a personal point of view, advocating on behalf of others, or playing 'Devil's Advocate' Peer learning Debate Stimulates and engages students by challenging existing beliefs Peer learning Debate Develops high-level communication skills and confidence Work-related learning Simulation Work-related learning Simulation Practice complex or high order skills in a safe and supported environment Mimic real-world, real-time situations, enabling immediate reflection and feedback Work-related learning Problem-based learning Provides opportunities for students to use theory to develop practical solutions Independent Learning Self Directed Learning Student is encouraged to become more autonomous Independent Learning Self Directed Learning Develops critical evaluation skills

Back Technology to Support Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Google Drive Benefits of Technology Can use a variety of media types Critiques can take place over an extended period of time Record of critique and response straightforward to obtain Technology to Support Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Google Drive Benefits of Technology Can use a variety of media types Critiques can take place over an extended period of time Record of critique and response straightforward to obtain Technology to Support Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Google Drive Benefits of Technology Can use a variety of media types Critiques can take place over an extended period of time Record of critique and response straightforward to obtain Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Skype Video Benefits of Technology Easy to obtain a record of the discussion Enables outside parties to join the debate Allows students to take part regardless of time and location issues Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Skype Video Benefits of Technology Easy to obtain a record of the discussion Enables outside parties to join the debate Allows students to take part regardless of time and location issues Technology to Support Audio Blackboard Collaborate Blackboard discussion forums Blogs Skype Video Benefits of Technology Easy to obtain a record of the discussion Enables outside parties to join the debate Allows students to take part regardless of time and location issues Technology to Support Blogs Computer-based simulations Interactive resources and equipment Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Simulations can be quickly restarted Allows simulated events to be paused and studied in detail Technology to Support Blogs Computer-based simulations Interactive resources and equipment Video Wikis Benefits of Technology Simulations can be quickly restarted Allows simulated events to be paused and studied in detail Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Presentation tools Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Can more closely model the real world by using the same (or similar) tools Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Helps students take greater ownership of content and method Allows a wide variety of sources and resources to be used Technology to Support Blogs ePortfolio Resource lists online Wikis Benefits of Technology Helps students take greater ownership of content and method Allows a wide variety of sources and resources to be used