Association for Learning Technology
Fortnightly news Digest 334 issued on 16 October 2015
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Table of Contents
1. ALT news
2. ALT and ALT Member events
3. News
4. Other events
5. Calls for proposals
6. Job vacancies
7. #altc blog - links to the latest articles
8. Current articles the ALT Journal - Research in Learning Technology
1. ALT News
1.1 ALT Annual Conference 2015 in the media
Read press releases, news coverage, blog posts and more here:
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1Lvmodo
If you want to let us know about anything we’ve missed, please get in touch at [log in to unmask]
1.2 ALT Online Winter Conference, 09-10 December 2015
The call for proposals for this year’s Online Winter Conference in December is open.
Get involved and support the event by submitting a proposal: http://go.alt.ac.uk/ALT-Online-2015-Call
Registering for the invent: http://go.alt.ac.uk/1jrd6Eb
Making a financial contribution: http://go.alt.ac.uk/1K425y5
1.3 OER16, 19-20 April 2015, Edinburgh
The 7th Open Educational Resources Conference, OER16: Open Culture, will be held on the 19th-20th April 2015 at the University of Edinburgh. The call for submissions is now open. The Call for Proposals has been published.
See http://go.alt.ac.uk/1MmY7m2
1.4 ALT is contributing to the Blended Learning Essentials course on Futurelearn with CMALT accreditation. See more at: http://go.alt.ac.uk/1JbB8Iq
2. ALT and ALT Member Events
2.1 The Open Academic: What does open practice mean for the practitioner? 19 October 2015, 12.30 - 1.15 PM
In this webinar Professor Grainne Conole, Chair of Education at Bath Spa University, describes her journey as an academic working in the open.
See http://go.alt.ac.uk/1Lmhdhq
2.2 Blended Learning Essentials: Meet up for Digital Champions at Bradford College, 19 October 2015, 10.00 AM - 1.00 PM Bradford College
Run by Richard Nelson at Bradford College this is a meet up for Digital Champions for the upcoming Futurelearn course Blended Learning Essentials: Getting started - a free course for the Vocational Education and Training sector to promote effective practice and pedagogy in blended learning. All Digital Champions are welcome to attend, meet Richard Nelson and each other.
See http://go.alt.ac.uk/1N8lCC6
2.3 Operational Committees Meeting, 20 October 2015, Birmingham, 11.00 AM - 3.00PM
For information about the Committees and their members see http://go.alt.ac.uk/1VpIy79
Minutes from previous meetings available at http://go.alt.ac.uk/1sRO42Q
2.4 M25 Learning Technology Group November Meeting, 11 November 2015, 1.00 PM - 5.00 PM, UCL, London, Gower Street Wc1E 6BT
An afternoon of talks and discussions including the themes of TEL ‘Dreams & Nightmares’. The event is free, but places are limited so please register to attend at:
http://bit.ly/1MUfa1B
2.4 ALT Scotland Policy Board, 16 November 2015, 10.00 AM - 1.00PM
The Policy Board will bring together representatives of Scottish ALT Member Organisations and individual members to discuss key policy issues for Learning Technology and the wider education and training landscape in Scotland.
See http://go.alt.ac.uk/ScotPolicy
2.5 Meeting of the Central Executive Committee, 20 November 2015, London, 10.30 AM - 3.00 PM
2.6 ALT Online Winter Conference 2015, 11.00 AM 09 Dec 2015 - 4.30 PM 10 Dec 2015
With a focus on the work of Special Interest and Members' Groups from across the community and run over two days the conference will include live online sessions and other online activities. To find out more about the different groups and how to join, see https://www.alt.ac.uk/get-involved. If you are a Member and interested in contributing please contact ALT at [log in to unmask]
To register for the Conference go to: http://go.alt.ac.uk/ALT-Online-2015-Reg
Call for proposals: http://go.alt.ac.uk/ALT-Online-2015-Call
3. News
3.1 EMMA launches MOOCs on Assessment and Copyright
European Multiple Mooc Aggregator (EMMA) provides multilingual MOOCs in 5 languages. Among these are two new MOOCs, one on Assessment for Learning and one on Copyright. Other MOOCs are on topics like Cultural heritage, Pedagogy and Climate change. These MOOCs will be made available from end of October. EMMA is also open for organizations interested in offering a MOOC.
For more details and to enroll, see: http://platform.europeanmoocs.eu/.
3.2 In collaboration with the XPRIZE Foundation and the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy (www.BarbaraBush.org) and its President, Liza McFadden, Barbara Bush announces the launch of the $7-million Barbara Bush Foundation Adult Literacy XPRIZE. This global competition is challenging teams around the world to develop mobile applications for existing smartphones that are able to help low-literate adults in the United States by significantly improving their literacy skills within one year. A successful entry will help to solve the global challenge posed by low rates of literacy.
For further information see www.adultliteracy.xprize.org
3.3 Research Study Report - Technology Solutions for Further Education Learning
A research study with 116 students at PROCAT Prospects College of Advanced Technology has been carried out by Katharine Jewitt, Digital Learning Fellow, to investigate students’ expectations and experiences when using technology. Using JISC's digital student resources (http://go.alt.ac.uk/1LmigOu), data was collected on access to and use of technology, as well as student expectations of the college in helping them gain skills, experiences and attributes in the use of technology.
See the report at: http://go.alt.ac.uk/1KTI7Yx
4. Events
4.1 Using Digital Technology for Accessibility and Inclusion - Digital Learning Community of Practice webinar, 22 October 2015, 8.30 AM - 12.30 PM
Katharine Jewitt, Digital Learning Fellow, hosts hosts a digital learning community of practice for the sharing of effective practice between Colleges, FE, HE, Schools, Employers and other interested parties. The theme for October is “Using Digital Technology to meet the requirements of learners with special educational needs”.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1YQZ8vU
4.2 Mobile Learning in Vocational Education and Training Public Conference, 23 October 2015, 9.00 AM - 1.00 PM, Coleg Cambria
MoLVET is about fostering m-learning pedagogy to help reduce early school leaving, decrease the number of under-skilled teenagers, contribute to the development of 21st century skills such as ICT literacy, collaborating, communicating, creativity, problem solving, and ultimately support modernization of education and training systems. The conference is free and will present work that the project has completed to date, including the MoLVET Guidebook, pedagogical models for use of m-learning, and the MoLVET platform for CPD.
To register contact [log in to unmask] Closing date for registration is 21 October 2015
4.3 Learning and Technologies and Nebula Expo, 5 November 2015, London
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) is hosting a major interactive Learning and Technologies and Nebula Expo for training providers, apprenticeship employers, local authorities and other key stakeholders to look at how digital technology can support success in learning and business.
http://www.aelpevents.org.uk/tech-expo
4.4 Blended Learning - A Whole College Approach, one-day conference, Bromsgrove, 09 November 2015
The key theme of this conference is the successful implementation of the SOLA (scheduled online learning and assessment) blended learning curriculum model at Heart of Worcestershire College over the last 5 years. The conference is also available online through live video streaming.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1R2nJsB
4.5 ‘Is today’s ed-tech fit for purpose?’ Panel discussion at UCL, 10 November 2015, 5.00 PM - 10.00 PM, London
As technology takes an ever larger role in learning, as Massive Open Online Courses boom, and as Google fast-tracks yet more educational services, our panel of academics and students will lock horns with the technology community for a frank discussion: is today’s ed tech fit for purpose? Join speakers from universities, the technology sector, and student leadership for an evening of dialogue and argument. Chaired by Maren Deepwell, Chief Executive of the Association for Learning Technology. Hot drinks available from 17:00, and wine, soft drinks and nibbles at the end in the Roberts Foyer. We'll be using #edtechdialogue to gather questions and carry on the conversation.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1K43m8l
4.6 Leading the Learning Landscape Network Event, 25 November 2015, 9.30 AM - 4 PM, Central London
This event offers a range of new topics and speakers to support the innovation and experimentation of Technology Enhanced Learning across the sector. Speakers include Linda Evans, Professor of Leadership and Professional Learning, and Prof. Neil Morris, Chair of Education Technology, both at the University of Leeds.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1MrNErV
4.7 Online Educa Berlin 2015 - ALT Member discount - 2-4 December 2015, Hotel InterContinental Berlin, Budapester Str. 2, 10787 Berlin, Germany
OEB will have 70+ sessions in various formats: hands-on workshops, interactive breakout sessions, discussions and debates, labs, demos and keynote interventions by amongst others author, blogger and co-editor of the blog Boing Boing, Cory Doctorow and Hillary Leevers, Head of Education and Learning at the Wellcome Trust. ALT Members are entitled to benefit from a reduced conference fee of €600 (instead of €790 ).
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1WH4hpp
http://www.online-educa.com/
4.8 Innovative Learning Conference: Driving Educational Change, 8 December 2015, Manchester
At Innovative Learning: Driving Educational Change the education and training sector will have the opportunity to learn how digital can enhance the quality of education and learning from experienced practitioners from across the public sector with invaluable knowledge and experience of innovative learning initiatives at both national and international scale. Speakers include Bob Harrison, Charlie Leyland and Peter Kilcoyne.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1Qx8Xtp
4.9 Social Media for Learning in HE Conference, 18 December 2015, Sheffield
Booking is now open for this inaugural conference exploring social media's impact on the higher education learning landscape. This one day conference will take place at Sheffield Hallam University on 18 December (with optional pre-conference events on the afternoon and evening of the 17th). Take advantage of early bird rates up until 15 November.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1GEgqkE
4.10 Educational Technology and Related Education Conferences for June to December 2015
Clayton R Wright has circulated an updated version of his thorough listing of conferences and, as with previous updates this is now on the ALT Open Access repository at http://repository.alt.ac.uk/2360/
5. Calls for proposals
5.1 LLAS 11th eLearning symposium 2016
Submissions deadline extended to Wednesday 21 October 2015
LLAS, Centre for Languages, Linguistics, and Area Studies welcomes proposals for presentations, workshops and posters at the 11th annual e-learning symposium, on 21/22 January, 2016. Abstracts for proposed presentations or workshops should be no more than 400 words. Areas of focus are: innovative use of technology in language teaching and learning; MOOCs; social networking, virtual worlds, and mobile technology; open education resources. For further information and to submit your abstract, please go to the website at : www.llas.ac.uk/elearning2016
5.2 OER16
The call for papers for the OER16 conference, taking place in Edinburgh, April 2016, has now been published.
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1P2JjvH
6. Job vacancies
6.1 University of Sheffield
Learning Technologist
UOS011755
£29,552 - £37,394, with potential progress to £40,847
Full time, permanent
Closing date: 20 Oct 2015
Informal enquiries to Farzana Latif- [log in to unmask]
goo.gl/XNTa6e
6.2 London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
IT Services
e-Learning Technical Officer
IT40
£37,106
Full time
Closing date: 25 October 2015
Informal enquiries to Joanna Stroud - [log in to unmask]
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1ZuJF5b
6.3 University of Southampton
Institute of Learning Innovation and Development
Assistant Director (Associate Professor, Education Enhancement and Development)
629515RB
£47,328 to £59,486
Full time
Closing date: 26 October 2015
Informal enquiries to Professor Hugh Davis - [log in to unmask]; 023 8059 3669
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1VNS673
6.4 Bishop Grosseteste University
eLearning
Sandford Cascade eLearning Officer
1415-75
£21,391 - £24,057 pro rata
Part time, temporary
Closing date: 29 Oct 2015
Informal enquiries to Victoria Thorne - [log in to unmask]
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1he5UKl
6.5 University of Edinburgh
Learning, Teaching & Web Services
Wikimedian in Residence
34404
£31,342 - £37,394 pro rata
Part time, fixed term
Closing date: 29 Oct 2015
Informal enquiries to Melissa Highton - [log in to unmask]
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1OJc97n
6.6 McGraw Hill Education
Digital Implementation and Training Consultant
Competitive salary
Full time, permanent
Closing date: 31 Oct 2015
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1PPJtae
6.7 Nottingham Trent University
Centre for Academic Development and Quality
VLE Business Manager
A4263
£31,343 - £35,256
Full time, Permanent
Closing date: 08 Nov 2015
Informal enquiries to Ben Williams - [log in to unmask]
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1ZFLJqU
6.8 University of Glagow
Learning & Teaching Centre
Learning Technology Systems Developer
U80381
£33,242 - £37,394
Full time
Closing date: 1 Nov 2015
[log in to unmask]
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1KcObK6
7. Current articles from the #altc blog
The new-look blog website is at: https://altc.alt.ac.uk/blog/
Latest articles:
“Video for all! An EU project to build on”
Russell Stannard
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1jrr88N
“My Experience at altc 2015, Manchester”
Barineme Beke Fakae
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1GEilFY
“Expanding and Extending Conversations at #altc via @vconnecting” Rebecca J. Hogue, Maha Bali
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1Ri30RE
“A Week in the Life of Matt Lingard (ALT Trustee)” Matt Lingard
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1OeOrzK
“A birthday make-over for the ALT online newsletter”
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1EEfwcn
“Stolen Lives - A Creative Commons Collaborative Project” Margaret Korosec
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1hGoDyx
We welcome articles, comment, reviews, project news and advertising enquiries. For more information on how to submit an article to the Newsletter go to http://go.alt.ac.uk/1EMDSy6
8. Current articles from our peer-reviewed Open Access journal Research in Learning Technology
The journal website is at: http://go.alt.ac.uk/RLT_Journal
“Orchestration in learning techonology research: evaluation of a conceptual framework”
Luis P. Prieto, Yannis Dimitriadis, Juan I. Asensio Pérez, Chee-Kit Looi
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.28019
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1PPOakj
“Making the most of mobility: virtual mentoring and education practitioner professional development”
Hazel D. Owen
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.25566
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1NwYcHU
“Educators who believe: understanding the enthusiasm of teachers who use digital games in the classroom”
Colleen Steeler-Hunt, Christian M. Jones
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.26155
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1Kglmh5
“A mixed-methods exploration of an environment for learning computer programming”
Richard Mather
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.27179
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1FMSRFX
“A review of predictive factors of student success in and satisfaction with online learning”
Heather Kaufmann
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.26507
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1UUOyzo
“Towards collaboration as learning: evaluation of an open CPD opportunity for HE teachers”
Chrissi Nerantzi, Peter Gossman
DOI: 10.3402/rlt.v23.26967
http://go.alt.ac.uk/1KzqaxP
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