1. Using e-learning to set consistent expectations pre-arrival
Bridging the Gap
Using e-learning to set consistent
expectations pre-arrival

2. Project Origins

3. E-learning formats

4. Deciding topics

5. Quizzes Interactivity Video E-learning content
‘Students in a fully interactive multimedia-based e-learning environment achieved better performance and higher levels of satisfaction than those in a traditional classroom and those in a less interactive e-learning environment’. (Zhang, 2005)
We chose to include:
Quizzes
Interactivity
Video
Dongsong Zhang (2005) Interactive Multimedia-Based E-Learning: A Study of Effectiveness, American Journal of Distance Education, 19:3, , DOI: / s ajde1903_3

6. Content conversion

7. Feedback sessions with current students

8. Applicant and faculty feedback

9. Our strategy and recommendations
Map out skills needs of your students:
What are your entry points?
Are there particular assignment types?
Are there experiences students are likely to have?
Is there a particular makeup of the student body?
Gather knowledge about skills support currently delivered to students:
Are there materials currently used in induction which would be useful for students to access prior to arrival?
Involve academic staff, use Google forms to widely gather information and expectations.
Encourage student involvement, videos of students talking about their experiences.

10. Our strategy and recommendations
Interactive
Bespoke
Multimedia
Specific
Design
Consider..
Navigation
IT literacy of your audience

11. Interested in working with us?
Meets the aim of the student voice to set realistic expectations and introduce skills needed for Higher Education
Students can access academic information pre-arrival while they are receptive and engaging with information from the University
This should help with conversions, successful transitions into Higher Education and retention
Can be easily tailored to cover study or experiences specific to Faculties

12. Any Questions? Feel free to get in touch:
Library & Student Support Services
Mary Dawson - Head of Library Services
Cathy Pink - Academic Skills Manager
David Chegwidden - Learning Technologist
Sophie Parr - Senior Administrator