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Thoughts from Nesta on emerging technology for 2024

Chris shares what’s on Nesta’s emerging technology watch list for 2024

Using storytelling to support reflective pedagogies

Last week, Adobe ran the latest of its Creative Campus Collaboration events at Bath Spa University. I’d been invited to run a session so this is a brief summary of some of the main points. Assessing the process, not the product I’ve been thinking a lot about assessment recently from the point of view of […]

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Personal reflections on #ALTC23 Conference

Chris reflects on this year’s ALT C conference at the University of Warwick, sharing some of his personal takeaways.

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Reflections on AI for communications

Scott and Kathryn share their thoughts on an AI-themed workshop to the comms team of the National Institute of Health Research and flag some key topics for further discussion.

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Immersive technologies and sustainability: the key challenges and opportunities ahead

As immersive technologies such as augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR) and virtual reality (VR) become more prevalent, it is crucial to consider their wider impact on the environment and society. While these technologies offer exciting new possibilities for education, they can also leave a significant carbon footprint and contribute to e-waste. This blog post explores some of the sustainability related opportunities and challenges for education providers when using extended reality (XR) technologies.

How technology is changing the game for employability skills. Are your learners ready for the future world of work?

As machine learning and artificial intelligence continue to reshape industries, learners need to be prepared with the necessary skills to navigate the evolving landscape of work. Data literacy, creativity, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential skills that employers are looking for in potential employees. This blog post explores how educators can embed these crucial employability skills into their curricula and prepare learners for the future workplace. 

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What does the data tell us about initial teacher education?

Scott provides an update on Jisc’s initial teacher education (ITE) project. The project focuses on supporting our members involved with ITE to develop their digital practice. A comprehensive report detailing a snapshot of current practice is included.

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What happens when ChatGPT tries storytelling?

Chris experiments with ChatGPT’s abilities as a storyteller to see what we can learn about creativity.

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What role will immersive technology and artificial intelligence play in the future of work?

The way we work is always evolving. Recent advancements in immersive technologies such as virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT are set to transform the way we work. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how such technology could change our workplace practices. We’ll also consider what skills an employee might need for the future workplace.

Learning if the lights go out

Chris suggest some steps to help improving resilience of teaching and learning in the face of possible disruption to power this Winter.