5 top tips to enhance your students' experience
Word of mouth plays a big part in the marketing of any product and education is no different. If students don’t have a positive and enjoyable experience, which they believe meets their needs and offers value for money, a college or university is likely to notice a fall in applicants and reputation. I’m Head of Learning and Research Technologies, at... >>
Top trumps assessment and feedback can boost employability
Learners consistently give their experience of assessment and feedback lower scores than other areas of their learning experience. I think that technology can actually improve the assessment process for learners and the staff that teach them. Of course, as ever, it’s not just about new technology, but considering how this technology can help give your teaching staff an opportunity to... >>
Who's afraid of the big bad Wolf? - Advice on curriculum planning for further education management
I was working late in my office the other night, at Chesterfield College when there was a knock on the door. Without waiting for an answer in strolled a furry looking chap who put the kettle on and settled himself down at my conference table. “Who are you?” I asked puzzled. “I’m curriculum,” he said with a toothy smile. “No... >>
Meeting students' needs to improve retention
There are clear financial benefits for universities and colleges in ensuring that as many students as possible complete their course. Equally learners are paying more than ever for their education, so will be keen to see a return on their investment. There are a number of reasons why students drop-out of education due to issues such as financial pressures, difficulties... >>
