{"id":10863,"date":"2025-11-05T15:41:05","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T15:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/?p=10863"},"modified":"2025-11-13T12:54:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T12:54:01","slug":"digital-learning-news-november-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2025\/11\/05\/digital-learning-news-november-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Learning News November 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Welcome<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In this issue, we share news, top tips and resources to help improve your Digital Teaching, Learning, and Assessment practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#e4297c\"><strong>News<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AI.Loucoll<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>Scheme of Learning (SoL) for one lesson<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/07\/AI-icon.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/07\/AI-icon.jpg\" alt=\"AI Loucoll Logo\" class=\"wp-image-9403\" style=\"width:100px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Working with the Quality Team, we have created a prompt that will generate a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/scheme-of-learning--sol---one-lesson---10866\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/create-a-scheme-of-learning--sol--for-one-lesson---10866\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scheme of Learning (SoL) for one lesson<\/a><\/strong> saving you time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s time to work smarter, not harder, with <a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI.Loucoll<\/a>! Why not try one of our other prompts to help streamline your workflows, generate ideas, and save time? Prompts include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/scheme-of-learning--sol---end-point-assessment-methods-relating-to-standard---9602\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Scheme of Learning (SOL): End point assessment methods relating to standard<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/create-a-lesson-plan---8665\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Create a Lesson Plan<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/ensuring-inclusive-and-accessible-language---8908\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Ensuring Inclusive And Accessible Language<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.loucoll.ac.uk\/generate\/formative-assessment-ideas---8924\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Formative Assessment Ideas<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/5XGK5EezjY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Don\u2019t forget to share your ideas for prompts so we can add to our collection.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#72338a\"><strong>Top Tips and Resources<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Turnitin Training<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/01\/Turnitin_logo.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"837\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/01\/Turnitin_logo.jpg\" alt=\"Turnitin logo\" class=\"wp-image-8433\" style=\"width:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/01\/Turnitin_logo.jpg 646w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2024\/01\/Turnitin_logo-232x300.jpg 232w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Get assignment-season ready with our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/staffzone.loucoll.ac.uk\/course\/view.php?id=729\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Turnitin course<\/a><\/strong>. Designed to help you confidently <strong>create Turnitin assignments<\/strong> on LearnZone or Teams, <strong>navigate submission inboxes and settings<\/strong>, and <strong>mark work effectively<\/strong> in the Feedback Studio. You\u2019ll also learn how to <strong>upload templates and rubrics<\/strong> to streamline marking and use <strong>Similarity <\/strong>and <strong>AI reports<\/strong> to support fair and consistent assessment. Perfect for making the busiest time of year a little smoother and smarter!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Practice for Microsoft Teams and LearnZone<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure a clear and consistent learning journey for all students, the Digital Learning Team developed two structured models for online delivery:&nbsp;<strong>Model 1: LearnZone as the main learning platform,<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Model 2: Teams as the main learning platform<\/strong>. Our&nbsp;<strong>Best Practice&nbsp;<\/strong>guides outline essential elements for effective teaching and learning using both models, including naming conventions, management, resource organisation, and assessment procedures. Whether you\u2019re new to the College Group, or looking to refresh your knowledge, following these guidelines will help maintain quality, accessibility, and student engagement across all online provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2024\/06\/24\/minimum-expectations-for-microsoft-teams\/\">Best Practice For Microsoft Teams<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2024\/06\/24\/minimum-expectations-for-learnzone\/\">Best Practice For LearnZone<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0ba4e1\"><strong>What\u2019s Happening<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3D Printing<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Our printers have been busy printing since the start of the term, producing several educational prints to enhance teaching and learning. We wanted to share with you our latest &#8216;in-progress&#8217; educational print. Can you guess what we are printing?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mystery 3D Print\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1133541438?h=c625795aaa&amp;dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"439\" height=\"269\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Check back next issue for the answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore these websites for some great 3D models: <a href=\"https:\/\/makerworld.com\/en\/3d-models\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MakerWorld<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.printables.com\/model\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Printables<\/a>. If you find an educational model you would like us to print, or if you need any help or information, don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Help and Support<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:21% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2021\/06\/GettyImages-1271748762-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Message icon\" class=\"wp-image-6229 size-full\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>As always contact the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\">Digital Learning Team<\/a>&nbsp;for more information, guidance, and support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome In this issue, we share news, top tips and resources to help improve your Digital Teaching, Learning, and Assessment practice. 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