1. ‘InCurriculum’ A UK National Teaching Project 2007-2010 Using technology for tutor and student learning exchange STLHE annual conference

2. Introduction The justification for the project The purpose of this discussion Overview of the project Core points Tutor and student talking heads Discussion Recommendations based on evidence

3. Justification & technology Changing practice for different learning Retention of students Student attainment Cost effective education- student centred Active -Independent learners Critical thinkers Contextualised learning

4. The purpose of this discussion The notion that the student experience can be enhanced by interactive technology. If negotiated between the tutor and the student To produce a learning strategy bridging the learning and activity

5. Overview InCurriculum ~ National Teaching Fellowship Project ~ 3 years Participating institutions -10 staff Lead :Norwich University College of the Arts University of Westminster (London) De Montford University (Midlands) 400 students from UG courses

6. Overview- Aims Transfer practice from Arts based courses To modify 3 modules at each institution, deliver & evaluate Dissemination of inclusive practice in course delivery & assessment TECHNOLOGY - underpinned the approach to changing practice

7. Student negotiated learning

8. Based upon the art & design ‘crit’ model Student lead discussion groups Focus on learning strategies and behaviours Emphasise diversity of approaches Share good practice - externalise learning Develop reflective practice - deep learning Capture/articulate student voice The negotiation

9. Keys points Online resources used to free up time for tutorials Students felt disengaged in a virtual environment however if negotiated valued Tutors needed more time to prepare alternative methods of assessment

10. Views from other institutions Reconnect with the student experience More connection between course design and institutional policy Students to be given the choice of different assessment methods Start valuing the student as the producer

11. Talking Heads- Vimeo Use of technology for student centred approach to learning. - MP3 -Camtasia -Flip Cams -Wikki- web sites -Prezi – For the holistic view

12. Conclusions made Reconfirm learning styles approach on the VLE Use MP3 for group discussion – peer observation- formative and summative assessment Use of Flip Cams/ video for critiques Virtual marking and MP3 for reconfirmation and reflection

13. Discussion How can resources be made available in several formats? What links can be made between learning style and assessment task? Criteria: Clarity of thought- Problem solving- Focus on the subject

14. The tutor and student voice Vimeo site Resources: InCurriculum vimeo site www.incurriculum.org.uk

15. Theories Humanist & Experiential/Process Theories: student centred, learners actions create the learning situation, engaging existing knowledge, learning from each other, non-linear process Four Worlds International: Volition- attention-goal setting- the action- perseverance-completion