I've started a PhD exploring the facilitation of student communities and feelings of belonging. I'm hoping to take advantage of studying part-time to conduct a longitudinal study that follows students from A-Level through their undergraduate degree. In other words: new researcher, send help 😆

Proud to have published a new blog post for @cardiffuniversity.bsky.social: blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/LTAcademy/bl... Providing an analysis of my experiences with the AI assessment generator within Learning Central. For those concerned about an AI uprising, don't panic, humans win this round... Just!

Me and my lovely colleagues at Cardiff University make a podcast. It’s called DigEd Discuss, it’s about using learning technology in adult education, and I’ve only just thought about sharing here because I’m rubbish at social media. This is episode 6, btw…. www.linkedin.com/posts/gemma-...

I am thrilled to share the latest episode of the DigEd Discuss Podcast: Pedagogy of Care - Teaching with Heart and Tech thanks to my wonderful cohost @mavendorf.bsky.social and excellent guest James Short from Dundee & Angus College open.spotify.com/episode/3vKF...

David Callaghan, @lstmnews.bsky.social, made a presentation that is 100% generated by AI, to understand how to use the tools, and understand the quality of AI responses on his subject. This is an excellent example of how using tools can aid our decisions on their use www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrIl...

AI offers opportunities for students to receive tailored support whilst reducing teacher workload. If we're entering a world in which people develop feelings for AI tools, then we have to consider the potential emotional risks when creating these tools www.newyorker.com/culture/the-...

mavendorf.bsky.social here's a challenge for you!

Having an excellent afternoon in the Playful Learning Association's webinar on "Compassionate and Playful Pedagogies". So many positive presentations full of research backed, practical methods for making teaching, learning, and leadership fun and compassionate! #opportunity2fail #breakmenu #MathsVR

@mavendorf.bsky.social is conducting research into the unintended benefits of playing RPG games for students in HE. There's a £50 incentive to take part, so please share this opportunity with any HE networks you're part of. Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

If you aren't running your inductions through an alternate reality game/experience, you need to listen to this podcast!

DigEd Discuss: @mavendorf.bsky.social, Dr Laura Sheerman, @oen-c.bsky.social and myself explore how VR and AR are reshaping education. From VR peptic ulcers to virtual labs, our guests share real-world applications and insights. Listen here: spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/5FSNZ4B5hPb #EdTech #VR #XR

Hi, I'm Mike, a passionate #LearningDesigner, Chartered Teacher, and co-host of the #DigEdDiscusspodcast. I'm dedicated to advancing digital education and enhancing the teaching and learning experience for all. I'm looking forward to sharing the latest podcast with you tomorrow! #VR #AR #Education