What is digital learning innovation at Deakin? A framework for the Future
On the 10th of December 2019, divisional representatives from across the university met to workshop a new framework to define digital learning innovation at Deakin and to capture the collective perspective of this diverse cohort. The event also marked the launch of new resources, for the current Digital Learning Environments (DLE3 – i.e. Self & Peer Assessment, Portfolio, and Collaboration) tools that are in the process of development and integration. The event was facilitated by Deakin Learning Futures’ Digital Learning Innovations team alongside workshop facilitator Mike Stevenson.
Deakin Does ASCILITE with Jo Elliot and Darci Taylor
Deakin continued its leadership in digital learning with a number of staff recently sharing their innovative practice with colleagues from around the world at the 2019 ASCILITE Conference in Singapore.
Deakin’s 2019 Learning & Teaching Conference – Teaching Differently
A focus on Teaching Differently was the theme for the Deakin Learning and Teaching Conference this year. It proved to be a great framework for showcasing our colleagues’ creativity and commitment to students’ learning at Deakin.
Good Practice in Academic Development – Transforming Digital Learning
On the 6th of November the Council of Australasian University Leaders in Learning and Teaching (CAULLT) hosted the Australasian Advancing Academic Development good practice awards. The event brought together the finalists at the Queensland University of Technology to showcase and celebrate the work of teaching teams across the country. Deakin University was represented by Director of Digital Learning, Chie Adachi, who detailed the collaborative work of the teaching team who created and taught the Transforming Digital Learning MOOC.
“My opinion matters” – Students as Partners in Curriculum Design
Ever wonder what your unit would look like if students designed it? That’s a pretty radical idea – staff expertise and guidance is essential to the learning experience. But it is possible to partner with students to co-create and co-design your curriculum – what might that look like? In the CloudFirst CoDesign Project, we worked in partnership with Prakash, a Master of Business Analytics student, to identify opportunities for student involvement in curriculum design.
Deakin’s 2019 Learning & Teaching Conference – Teaching Differently
A focus on Teaching Differently was the theme for the Deakin Learning and Teaching Conference this year. It proved to be a great framework for showcasing our colleagues’ creativity and commitment to students’ learning at Deakin.
Good Practice in Academic Development – Transforming Digital Learning
On the 6th of November the Council of Australasian University Leaders in Learning and Teaching (CAULLT) hosted the Australasian Advancing Academic Development good practice awards. The event brought together the finalists at the Queensland University of Technology to showcase and celebrate the work of teaching teams across the country. Deakin University was represented by Director of Digital Learning, Chie Adachi, who detailed the collaborative work of the teaching team who created and taught the Transforming Digital Learning MOOC.
Harnessing Cultural Diversity – A FutureLearn Collaboration with Lee Martin and Kristen Richards
In partnership with FutureLearn, Deakin University has developed an online course highlighting the impact of cultural diversity in the workplace – examining the benefits and challenges that diversity brings to any team and business, and how to manage that. This course is also symbolic of the great collaborative work at Deakin.
A Students Perspective of Microsoft Teams with Joan Sutherland & Rahul Masakorala
Collaboration is a hot topic in digital learning, particularly how it can be effectively applied as a learning strategy and to engage students, many of whom arrive with advanced digital experience and expectations. Joan Sutherland, Senior Education Developer sits down with Deakin student Rahul Masakorala, to explore his perspective of Microsoft Teams – the good, the bad, and otherwise.
Inclusive Education the CloudFirst Way
Inclusivity is at the heart of Deakin’s values: we embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. Creating inclusive learning experiences for students is key, and the best way to achieve this is to consider inclusivity from the beginning of the design phase. CloudFirst Learning Design offers one way to design for inclusivity.
How do students feel about their teachers and feedback?
In a survey of students on campus, several undergraduates shared their experiences at Deakin. Among some challenging experiences with tutors, students generally felt that most of their teachers genuinely cared about their progression and wellbeing. One stated the “majority of teachers…really care”, especially when they get to know students “on a personal level”. These students not only appreciated this personal approach, but also expressed a desire to connect with their teachers as they felt supported and valued, and this pushed them to do better.
“My opinion matters” – Students as Partners in Curriculum Design
Ever wonder what your unit would look like if students designed it? That’s a pretty radical idea – staff expertise and guidance is essential to the learning experience. But it is possible to partner with students to co-create and co-design your curriculum – what might that look like? In the CloudFirst CoDesign Project, we worked in partnership with Prakash, a Master of Business Analytics student, to identify opportunities for student involvement in curriculum design.
A Students Perspective of Microsoft Teams with Joan Sutherland & Rahul Masakorala
Collaboration is a hot topic in digital learning, particularly how it can be effectively applied as a learning strategy and to engage students, many of whom arrive with advanced digital experience and expectations. Joan Sutherland, Senior Education Developer sits down with Deakin student Rahul Masakorala, to explore his perspective of Microsoft Teams – the good, the bad, and otherwise.
Student Voice Series – Learning at Deakin University with Ella Longstaff
How do students feel about their learning experience at Deakin University? I’m Ella, a third-year communications student currently working as a communications support officer and student partner intern in Deakin Learning Futures. I went out and interviewed students on campus to hear about their experiences whilst studying here and how they feel about their learning at Deakin.
Student Voice Series #02 with Rahul Masakorala
Recently the DLE3 Project has welcomed a student partner as part of a DLF internship program to help investigate, analyse, trial and evaluate educational technologies across project streams. Rahul, as a new addition to our team, reflects on his time with us at DLF.
- 20 Feb 2020 Thursday, 12PM to 1AM Inclusive Education Community of Practice – Respectful communication panel and discussion Burwood BCC & VMP 39314
- 25 Feb 2020 Tuesday, 12PM to 1PM Putting it into practice: Kicking off a CloudFirst unit Waterfront: D4.207 & VMP-36948
- 26 Feb 2020 Wednesday, 9AM to 4AM 2019/2020 LEARNING & TEACHING CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS Deakin Downtown
- 26 Feb 2020 Wednesday, 4PM to 5PM Project launch: Open textbooks, diversified content and social justice Deakin Downtown
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How do students feel about their teachers and feedback?
In a survey of students on campus, several undergraduates shared their experiences at Deakin. Among some challenging experiences with tutors, students generally felt that most of their teachers genuinely cared about their progression and wellbeing. One stated the “majority of teachers…really care”, especially when they get to know students “on a personal level”. These students not only appreciated this personal approach, but also expressed a desire to connect with their teachers as they felt supported and valued, and this pushed them to do better.
What is digital learning innovation at Deakin? A framework for the Future
On the 10th of December 2019, divisional representatives from across the university met to workshop a new framework to define digital learning innovation at Deakin and to capture the collective perspective of this diverse cohort. The event also marked the launch of new resources, for the current Digital Learning Environments (DLE3 – i.e. Self & Peer Assessment, Portfolio, and Collaboration) tools that are in the process of development and integration. The event was facilitated by Deakin Learning Futures’ Digital Learning Innovations team alongside workshop facilitator Mike Stevenson.
Deakin Does ASCILITE with Jo Elliot and Darci Taylor
Deakin continued its leadership in digital learning with a number of staff recently sharing their innovative practice with colleagues from around the world at the 2019 ASCILITE Conference in Singapore.
Deakin’s 2019 Learning & Teaching Conference – Teaching Differently
A focus on Teaching Differently was the theme for the Deakin Learning and Teaching Conference this year. It proved to be a great framework for showcasing our colleagues’ creativity and commitment to students’ learning at Deakin.
Good Practice in Academic Development – Transforming Digital Learning
On the 6th of November the Council of Australasian University Leaders in Learning and Teaching (CAULLT) hosted the Australasian Advancing Academic Development good practice awards. The event brought together the finalists at the Queensland University of Technology to showcase and celebrate the work of teaching teams across the country. Deakin University was represented by Director of Digital Learning, Chie Adachi, who detailed the collaborative work of the teaching team who created and taught the Transforming Digital Learning MOOC.
“My opinion matters” – Students as Partners in Curriculum Design
Ever wonder what your unit would look like if students designed it? That’s a pretty radical idea – staff expertise and guidance is essential to the learning experience. But it is possible to partner with students to co-create and co-design your curriculum – what might that look like? In the CloudFirst CoDesign Project, we worked in partnership with Prakash, a Master of Business Analytics student, to identify opportunities for student involvement in curriculum design.
Harnessing Cultural Diversity – A FutureLearn Collaboration with Lee Martin and Kristen Richards
In partnership with FutureLearn, Deakin University has developed an online course highlighting the impact of cultural diversity in the workplace – examining the benefits and challenges that diversity brings to any team and business, and how to manage that. This course is also symbolic of the great collaborative work at Deakin.
A Students Perspective of Microsoft Teams with Joan Sutherland & Rahul Masakorala
Collaboration is a hot topic in digital learning, particularly how it can be effectively applied as a learning strategy and to engage students, many of whom arrive with advanced digital experience and expectations. Joan Sutherland, Senior Education Developer sits down with Deakin student Rahul Masakorala, to explore his perspective of Microsoft Teams – the good, the bad, and otherwise.
Teaching Students on Global Environmental Placements with Raylene Cooke and John White
Raylene and John are award-winning academics involved in structuring premium, highly-immersive located learning experiences in the workplace, wilderness and around the world. Their international offerings in the Bachelor of Environmental Sciences (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) are part of a greater scaffolded journey for students – taking them from theory, to practice and preparing them for employment.
Inclusive Education the CloudFirst Way
Inclusivity is at the heart of Deakin’s values: we embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. Creating inclusive learning experiences for students is key, and the best way to achieve this is to consider inclusivity from the beginning of the design phase. CloudFirst Learning Design offers one way to design for inclusivity.