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Learning online, supporting online: developing tutorials for the virtual learning environment.
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Adams, R. Learning online, supporting online: developing tutorials for the virtual learning environment

This paper reflects on the process of designing, creating, promoting and evaluating an online support resource. The project described created two interactive tutorials to support the use of Blackboard, the institutional VLE. Useful lessons have been... Read More about Learning online, supporting online: developing tutorials for the virtual learning environment..

'Younique voices'- A study of health and wellbeing: experiences, views and expectations of seldom heard and marginalised groups in Rochdale Borough
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Williamson, T., Ryan, J., Hogg, C., & Fallon, D. 'Younique voices'- A study of health and wellbeing: experiences, views and expectations of seldom heard and marginalised groups in Rochdale Borough

ESMOS WP9 report – communication trialling (tripartite blogging)
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Keegan, H. ESMOS WP9 report – communication trialling (tripartite blogging)

This report describes the development of a blog-based communication strategy/methodology, to enhance the tripartite relationship between international mobility students, tutors, and host organisation (both study exchange and work placement).

Linguistics within the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise
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Rowlett, P. Linguistics within the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise

This document provides an analysis of linguistics within the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). It was undertaken on behalf of the University Council of General and Applied Linguistics.

Mapping foundation degrees
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O'Doherty, E. Mapping foundation degrees

This project was funded by Greater Manchester Aimhigher as one aspect of its remit in relation to raising aspirations and attainment. Foundation degrees, as a new work related qualification, were provided nationally from 2001. In general, however,... Read More about Mapping foundation degrees.

Sure Start Little Hulton three year summary evaluation report (July 2003 - December 2005)
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Rooke, J. Sure Start Little Hulton three year summary evaluation report (July 2003 - December 2005)

SONIC Students Online in Nursing Integrated Curricula A reflective account of a teaching and learning journey
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A reflective account of a teaching and learning journey

Why develop online resources for problem-based learning? PBL is a pedagogy which requires students to seek resources for themselves. Providing students with easily accessible resources must surely run counter to the philosophy. PBL is first and forem... Read More about SONIC Students Online in Nursing Integrated Curricula A reflective account of a teaching and learning journey.

Measuring the development of deep learning
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James, P., & Turner, A. Measuring the development of deep learning

The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) in addressing teaching, learning and assessment (circular 26/95) list three key features, one of which is "[the] opportunity for and assessment of: development of ...values, motivation, or at... Read More about Measuring the development of deep learning.

A systems based approach to the teaching of instrumental chemical analysis
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Hull, R., & Arotsky, J. A systems based approach to the teaching of instrumental chemical analysis

Instruments are taking an increasingly important role in chemistry and other sciences. Modern instruments are designed to optimise performance. As a consequence the operation of them is highly automated and there is little indication of how they ar... Read More about A systems based approach to the teaching of instrumental chemical analysis.

Validating the new student evaluation form
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Fox, R. Validating the new student evaluation form

In 1997 the University introduced a new module evaluation form. The design of the form differed considerably from the typical 5 point Likert type scoring questionnaire encountered at many institutions. Instead, much greater weight was given to qua... Read More about Validating the new student evaluation form.

Quality management and process improvement in information technology
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Kirkham, J. Quality management and process improvement in information technology

This TLQIS Grant forms part of a long term project to develop independent-open-distance at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This report will give an overview of approach. In my opinion one of the problems with modules is that they tend to... Read More about Quality management and process improvement in information technology.

Supporting campus based teaching with technology: web-based and groupware
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Bell, F., Proctor, C., & Jones, M. Supporting campus based teaching with technology: web-based and groupware

This project explored the extent to which World Wide Web and groupware technologies (Lotus Notes was used in this project) could be used to improve support for teaching in a campus-based environment. The project was supported by the Teaching and Lear... Read More about Supporting campus based teaching with technology: web-based and groupware.

Improving the quality of learning through the promotion of deep learning in a knowledge orientated discipline
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James, B., Booth, K., & Donnelly, S. Improving the quality of learning through the promotion of deep learning in a knowledge orientated discipline

Concern has been expressed that formal lecturing and examination methods produce students with a surface approach to learning, rather than the deep approach, which, since it is the basis of lifelong learning, is increasingly becoming an essential... Read More about Improving the quality of learning through the promotion of deep learning in a knowledge orientated discipline.

A networked multi-media system for delivery of good practice, criteria of assessment, tutorials and support and lectures
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Grimshaw, M., & Adams, J. A networked multi-media system for delivery of good practice, criteria of assessment, tutorials and support and lectures

In January 1998, the Music Department and Media & Performance Department (now the School of Media, Music & Performance) received a TLQIS grant of £5000 to set up a networked multimedia system for the delivery of examples of good practice, criteria o... Read More about A networked multi-media system for delivery of good practice, criteria of assessment, tutorials and support and lectures.

A computer assisted engineering laboratory programme: a pilot scheme in fluid mechanics
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Laws, E. A computer assisted engineering laboratory programme: a pilot scheme in fluid mechanics

The project was concerned with the development of a set of computer based presentations giving the bakground, relevant theory and operating instructions for laboratory exercises in Fluid Mechanics in the School of Aeronautical and Mechanical Engine... Read More about A computer assisted engineering laboratory programme: a pilot scheme in fluid mechanics.

To develop problem based learning within nursing curriculum
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Holland, K. To develop problem based learning within nursing curriculum

The clinical practice experiences of student nurses exposes them to a variety of patients/clients from multi-cultural backgrounds. To care for them requires the student to have the knowledge and skills which will enable them to deliver care that is... Read More about To develop problem based learning within nursing curriculum.

Improving the quality of learning through the development of autonomous learning among foreign language learners
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Baillie, I., Edwards, R., & Flanagan, C. Improving the quality of learning through the development of autonomous learning among foreign language learners

This project is an investigation into the potential for using multi-media technology, originally planned as a support for teaching foreign languages, as a way of developing autonomous learning. Students from a range of disciplines at Salford follow... Read More about Improving the quality of learning through the development of autonomous learning among foreign language learners.

Developing a student centred learning package using knowledge elicitation techniques
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Ford, N., & Murphy, G. Developing a student centred learning package using knowledge elicitation techniques

During the past two decades, educators have invested extensive time and resources introducing computers and web-based courses into universities (Yazon et al., 2002). However, many academics appear to use the technology merely as an extension of the... Read More about Developing a student centred learning package using knowledge elicitation techniques.

Designing and implementing an evaluation methodology of an acoustics CAL package
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Keegan, H. Designing and implementing an evaluation methodology of an acoustics CAL package

Communication and information technologies have become major resources in higher education [1]. With declining staff: student ratios and an increasingly divergent range of students, CAL programs are now recognised as an important means of enhancing t... Read More about Designing and implementing an evaluation methodology of an acoustics CAL package.

The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme
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Smith, C., Crozier, S., & Dean, D. The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme

This project aims to produce two video and workbook packages to enhance student learning and skill acquisition within two core areas of the B.Sc. (Hons,) Physiotherapy degree. Assessments for both of these modules is complex and require integration... Read More about The use of an integrated CD-ROM/workbook package to improve clinical reasoning in preparation for practice-based learning as part of a vocational degree programme.