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Digital Exam News
In August 2019, we ran a digital exam with our international summer school students TARUC with resounding success. Francis Awolowo the module leader was delighted by how the exam went and is running more digital exams this semester. The exam … Continue reading
Using Google Forms to Create Interactive Stories
In an earlier post we saw how you can use Google forms to create quizzes that can give differentiated feedback. It’s here if you missed it: https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/sbstel/2019/02/06/using-google-forms-to-create-quizzes-with-differentiated-feedback/ You can use these same principles to create an interactive story or choose-your-own-adventure style game using Google forms. Try this story about … Continue reading
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Using Google Calendar to Create Bookable Appointments Slots
Do you need a way for your students to see when you’re available for one to one support and to book appointments with you? You can do this using the Google Calendar appointment slots. Here’s how it works You set … Continue reading
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Using Google Forms To Create Quizzes With Differentiated Feedback
You probably know that you can make a quiz using Google Forms but did you know that you can give students differentiated feedback based on how they answer the questions? Take this quick quiz about Shakespeare plays a couple of … Continue reading
Blackboard Collaborate Ultra
You can use the new features in Blackboard Collaborate Ultra (released Summer 2018) to enhance the interactivity of your online teaching practice. What can you do with Collaborate? Share your video and audio live Share files such as powerpoint presentations … Continue reading