{"id":8284,"date":"2023-11-16T16:42:53","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T16:42:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/?p=8284"},"modified":"2023-11-20T15:34:22","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T15:34:22","slug":"welcome-to-novembers-digital-learning-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2023\/11\/16\/welcome-to-novembers-digital-learning-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Learning News November 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Welcome<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In this issue we share essential news, top tips, resources and what we have been doing recently, 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<p><strong>Feedback Question<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are keen to hear your feedback and perspectives. We appreciate everyone who participated in last month\u2019s question, it was interesting to see the varied tools everyone uses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the image below to take part in this month\u2019s survey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/DqQNrgRPnf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"718\" height=\"220\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/November-question.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of this months survey question links to the actual question on Microsoft Forms.\" class=\"wp-image-8285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/November-question.png 718w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/November-question-300x92.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/DqQNrgRPnf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Select here<\/a> to answer the survey if the picture link above does not work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Missed last month\u2019s question? <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=mTIMqd4rdEaitViOIeVBUuKIHbuGkoxFg9_KwUg4XNhUM1BMQzBQS1FFUjk4SzlPMEZQSVBLVzRMTiQlQCN0PWcu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Answer here<\/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:#e4297c\"><strong>News<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stream Classic Shutdown Final Notice!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Stream Icon\" class=\"wp-image-8276\" width=\"110\" height=\"110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Stream.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 110px) 100vw, 110px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Stream Classic is shutting down, if your videos have not migrated over to new Stream (on SharePoint) you need to download your videos before Thursday 30 November.<strong> <\/strong>After this date, your videos will be <strong>deleted<\/strong>.<\/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<p><strong>Microsoft OneDrive Updates, Tips, and Tricks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon-1024x656.png\" alt=\"OneDrive Icon\" class=\"wp-image-8278\" width=\"128\" height=\"81\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon-1024x656.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon-768x492.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/OneDrive-Icon.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 128px) 100vw, 128px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Microsoft has made some exciting updates to OneDrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are new to OneDrive, or a seasoned veteran there is something new to learn. Check out the video in our <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2023\/10\/13\/microsoft-onedrive-updates-tips-and-tricks\/\">blog post<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI) Prompt of the Month <\/strong><\/p>\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\/2023\/11\/AI.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/AI.jpg\" alt=\"AI Icon\" class=\"wp-image-8279\" width=\"127\" height=\"115\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In this new segment, we will be introducing a new ChatGPT prompt every month. Each prompt will follow the PREP framework so that you can maximise the responses from ChatGPT and save precious time.<br><br>This month&#8217;s prompt comes from Dimitrios Tsokanos, Curriculum Manager of English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key<\/strong>: Role, Explicit, Parameter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prompt: <\/strong>Write a smart target and action plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>My learner is studying <strong>qualification &amp; subject<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are struggling to <strong>identify areas here in relation to assessment criteria where applicable.<\/strong> Write a SMART target in the learner&#8217;s voice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The learner must be able to do <strong>x in timescale<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I will check progress in <strong>timescale<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create an action plan for the learner using clear titles, bullet points, and British English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Write a smart target and action plan.<br>My learner is studying GCSE English language Pearson Edexcel.<br>They are struggling to identify language features for question 3 paper 1.<br>Write a SMART target in the learner&#8217;s voice.<br>The learner must identify emotive language in the next 2 in-class assessments.<br>I will check progress in mock 1.<br>Create an action plan for the learner using clear titles, bullet points, and British English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a top prompt, guidance, or any concerns regarding AI misconduct you would like to share with the college please email our dedicated <a href=\"mailto:AI@loucoll.ac.uk\">AI inbox<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortcut Tip of the Month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pressing \u2018<strong>Alt<\/strong>\u2019 and \u2018<strong>Tab<\/strong>\u2019 on your keyboard lets you jump between windows. Very handy if you just have one screen.<\/p>\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:#32af43\"><strong>Online CPD<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Skills: Online Lessons in Microsoft Teams<\/strong><\/p>\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\/2021\/06\/teams.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2021\/06\/teams.png\" alt=\"Microsoft Teams Icon\" class=\"wp-image-6218\" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2021\/06\/teams.png 480w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2021\/06\/teams-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2021\/06\/teams-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 120px) 100vw, 120px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether you are a seasoned pro or new to teaching, our StaffZone course is designed to help you develop the skills to make the most of your Microsoft meetings and lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The course explores three core skills that are the foundation for engaging and collaborative virtual classrooms: Class Management, Group work, and effective questioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the course on <a href=\"https:\/\/staffzone.loucoll.ac.uk\/course\/view.php?id=522\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">StaffZone<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sprinkle Some AI-Infused Magic into Your Assessments&nbsp;with Canva<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8297\" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/Canva-Icon-1-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 120px) 100vw, 120px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We are big fans of Canva in Digital Learning, it\u2019s a fantastic tool for use in and outside the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you use it to create your resources or are getting your students to use it to create brilliant bits of work for assessment, it\u2019s creative and surprisingly easy to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their newest tool is AI-infused \u2018Magic\u2019. Find out more in our <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/2023\/10\/27\/canva-everything-you-need-to-teach-engaging-lessons\/\">blog post<\/a> where we highlight Canva\u2019s &#8216;Everything You Need to Teach Engaging Lessons&#8217; resource.<\/p>\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<p><strong>Anatomy VR session with Public Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week we have been busy working with a wide range of Public Services learners as they learn about the respiratory, digestive, skeletal, and muscular systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students got to use VR headsets and experience a new anatomy app for truly immersive lesson that they all enjoyed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"397\" height=\"397\" data-id=\"8286\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL1.jpg 397w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"606\" height=\"448\" data-id=\"8287\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL2.jpg 606w, https:\/\/blogs.loucoll.ac.uk\/learningtechnology\/files\/2023\/11\/DL2-300x222.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 606px) 100vw, 606px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Listen to learner reflections on Flip <a href=\"https:\/\/loughcoll.sharepoint.com\/:v:\/r\/sites\/digitallearningteam\/Shared%20Documents\/General\/Shared\/Anatomy%20feedback.mp4?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=0f7zIN&amp;nav=eyJyZWZlcnJhbEluZm8iOnsicmVmZXJyYWxBcHAiOiJTdHJlYW1XZWJBcHAiLCJyZWZlcnJhbFZpZXciOiJTaGFyZURpYWxvZyIsInJlZmVycmFsQXBwUGxhdGZvcm0iOiJXZWIiLCJyZWZlcnJhbE1vZGUiOiJ2aWV3In19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/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\"><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 essential news, top tips, resources and what we have been doing recently, to help improve your Digital Teaching, Learning, and Assessment practice. 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