E-Learning

LTDU aims to enhance the student learning experience through a blended learning approach, fusing innovative, technologically-enabled modes with more traditional approaches. Each member of the Learning Development team works with a particular School to support the use of technology in aiding the learning and teaching process.
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LTDU supports research, as well as having a successful track record itself in winning external bids to fund research projects such as the JISC 'HE in FE project', E-Assessment in Wales for March 2007-2009. We also provide staff development workshops (click the link to access the current schedule) and publications on learning technologies. Aspects of e-learning supported by the Learning Development team include:

The effective use of Virtual Learning Environments | The Observatory | Personal Response Systems
Plagiarism detection  and avoidance using TurnItIn | Assessment and Feedback
Web 2.0 Technologies, i.e. Blogs, Wikis and E-Portfolios |  Tools for effective Personnel Development Planning (PDP) |
The effective use of media in learning, including Podcasting | Synchronous e-learning systems such as Adobe Connect
Working with Schools| Blackboard |