Scholarship Seminar - A review of the use of Office 365 and Adobe Connect for active learning by ALs

Speaker: Katharine Jewitt (The Open University)

Abstract: The talk will present activities and findings from an eSTEeM-funded project which surveyed and interviewed ten ALs tutoring on computing modules to explore how Office 365 and Adobe Connect was being used to support active learning. Best practice in the use of OU approved digital technologies will be highlighted. Dr Jewitt, who carried out the research, will describe the strategies used by ALs to engage students to participate in active learning rather than simply receiving knowledge. The talk will also share recommendations and impact on practice. It will discuss tangible deliverables from the research, activities that have been carried out and outcomes to benefit ALs and ultimately the student experience.