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Students need better preparation for digital careers, Jisc survey suggests
The results of the digital experience insights student survey 2019 explore how learners at UK universities and colleges engage with technology.
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“Technology can change so much for the better” - Deborah Millar
Deborah Millar is a highly experienced teacher with a passion for using digital technologies to improve learning experiences for all students. In 2016 she completed our digital leaders programme. She is now group director of digital learning technology at Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education and shares her vision for the college and ideas for the future.
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Bringing the impossible into the classroom with mixed reality
Being work ready involves more than simply achieving a qualification. Forward-looking providers are ensuring that their learners are equipped to meet employers’ needs – and using cutting edge technology to do it, affordably.
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Is your investment in digital technology making a difference?
At a time when there is immense pressure on budgets and finite resources, delivering your digital strategy and supporting students and staff as they develop the skills needed for an increasingly digital workplace can be challenging. So how can you ensure that your money is well spent and achieves the impact you need?
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‘Roadmap’ empowers institutions to set their course for digital excellence
Launched at today’s digital experience insights community of practice event, the Jisc NUS roadmap (pdf) supports students, course representatives, and union and guild representatives to work with their institution on improving student digital experiences.
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Newcastle University wins Guardian’s best student experience award
Newcastle University won first prize for best ‘student experience’ at last night’s Guardian University Awards. The university was recognised for its mental health project, which provides students with anxiety or depression with quick-to-access treatment as an alternative to NHS care.
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Summer summit spotlights technology in FE
Technology is changing quickly and there is pressure in many organisations, including further education colleges, to respond to that challenge.
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Jisc backs government’s new strategy to use technology to transform education
A government strategy launched today into how technology can be used to transform education has been welcomed by Jisc as a key contributor and collaborator.
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Can technology help bridge the gap between study and employment?
Launched in 2018 with investment from Jisc, the Placer app does just that - and it’s been nominated for the UK Top 100 Social Entrepreneur Index.
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Five ideas to improve UK education and research
Five businesses have been selected for mentorships worth up to £10,000 this week after successful pitches at our showcase edtech event, Digifest.