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This year I was invited to the Digifest 2025 conference, because I was being recognised as a JISC Community Champion. (So no organising hotels and trains for me!) Hosted by JISC, Digifest brings together educators, technologists, and policymakers to discuss
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These blog post shares reflections on chosen summer activities from our 2024 interns. Each of the reflections has been crafted using the STAR model as our interns were all stars! Accessibility Allies This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to
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At the University of Southampton we strive for all learning content to be presented accessibly. It is a common rhetoric that maths content is harder to ensure it is accessible. This how-to-guide will demonstrate how you can set up your
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The Digital Learning team proudly announces the winners of the 2023 Blackboard and VLE Awards. This accolade recognises positive pedagogical considerations and great online course design. The contributions to online learning and the effective use of virtual learning environments (VLEs)
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Recently, Luke met with Dr Emma Palmer-Cooper, Lecturer in Psychology, Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences to explore how digital accessibility has been improved in their teaching content. This interview is the final in a series of three, in which
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Recently, Luke met with Ms Sharon Williams, a senior teaching fellow in the Fashion Design Department, Winchester School of Art to explore how digital accessibility has been improved. This interview is the second in a series of three, in which
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Recently, Luke interviewed Dr Brian Moss, Lecturer in Criminology in the Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology to disseminate his approach to accessibility of teaching materials. This interview is the first in a series of three, whereby the digital
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This month is LGBT+ History month. LGBT+ History Month is a month-long celebration that recognises the triumphs and legacy of LGBT+ historical figures. This is in aid to promote equality and diversity in our society and communities. Our team would
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Recently, I attended a two-day conference where experts shared their best practices, solutions and techniques, for accessing and creating accessible STEM content in higher education. This conference will inform strategies for creating accessible STEM content. The event started at 05:00
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A short exploration of the science of Typography.
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Rewarding excellence. The 2022 Blackboard and VLE award nominations are open. Nominate your module to be shortlisted today.
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I started at the University of Southampton in the role of Learning Designer. When I mentioned to friends and family that I was joining the University of Southampton. Curiously, they would respond with “Get ready for the big leagues!”
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