Conference 2012

Higher York e-learning conference 2012

Effective uses of technology: enhancing the student learning experience

09.30 - 16.00, Wednesday 30th May 2012, York St John University

About the Event

This conference will showcase best practice in the use of learning technologies which enhance teaching and learning. The focus is on sharing practical approaches across the City of York that have proven to be effective in enhancing the student learning experience. This free one-day conference, now in its second year, is provided by the Higher York e-Learning Network (a collaborative group of practitioners from The University of York, York St John University, York College and Askham Bryan College). We are delighted that this year Keith Smyth, from Edinburgh Napier University will give the keynote speech see profile

The primary audience: lecturers, tutors and teachers from higher, further and secondary education, and staff who support academics in course delivery, drawing on delegates from York's colleges and universities.

Themes and discussion tracks

The event will showcase best practices across a range of themes and inspire conference participants by providing them with a range of practical illustrations and tips which are transferable to their own instructional practice. The conference will foster opportunities for cross-institutional networking and the establishment of communities of practice in support of the following themes: transition to higher education; academic skills development; assessment & feedback; active learning design.

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