Next ALT Assembly online meeting, 03 July 2019, 12:30 - 13:30
The Assembly is the overarching Member committee advising the ALT Board of Trustees. The Assembly is chaired by the President of ALT, Martin Weller, and provides greater representation for Members and in particular Member groups, in the governance of the Association. The next online meeting of the ALT Assembly is 03 July 2019 at 12:30 BST. The event page has more information about the next meeting and instructions on how to participate.
Call for Expressions of Interest to Chair the 2020 ALT Annual Conference
We are seeking experienced Co-Chairs for the 2020 ALT Annual Conference Committee. The Co-Chairs will play a major role in planning and delivery of the conference in 2020.
We are looking to appoint two or three people with the following qualities:
- national/international standing in the Learning Technology field;
- the commitment and vision to make the conference a success;
- the capacity to chair a major international conference, and its programme committee;
- enthusiasm for and/or experience of working with the ALT community and being a Member of ALT.
Applications to become a Co-Chair for 2020 close on the 15 July 2019. This news item includes more information about becoming a Co-Chair and how to apply.
Call for Members to get involved in ALT
It’s that time of year where we invite our Members to come and get more involved with ALT. Taking an active part in the work of the Association ensures that all activities are shaped by Members’ priorities and also offer valuable opportunities for professional development and recognition.We are seeking expressions of interest from our Members from:
- all sectors of education and training including schools, vocational education, Higher Education and work-based learning
- people in research, practitioner, management, technical and policy roles as well as learners who have a special interest in Learning Technology
- the private and public sectors
- within and outside the UK (subject to reaching an agreement on an effective method of participation).
Please refer to the full call to get involved to find out more information and how to express an interest.
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2. News, events, courses and calls for proposals
Applications open for MSc Blended and Online Education starting September 2019
Applications are now open for the relaunched MSc Blended and Online Education, which is a part-time, fully online programme for educational professionals seeking to develop their critical understanding and skills in the area of teaching and learning with technology. Providing opportunities to develop, implement and evaluate the use of technology for open and inclusive learning and teaching, the programme is designed to complement professional practice, allowing participants to develop a personal, evidence-based approach. This award-winning programme has been redesigned to reflect current developments and challenges in the areas of technology and education. Exit points are offered at PG Cert (3 modules), PG Dip (6 modules), and
MSc (6 modules + digital dissertation). Apply now to start in September 2019. For more information visit https://go.alt.ac.uk/2FJfHaK
TELFest Live 2019 - watch from 2 July 2019
TELFest, the annual Technology Enhanced Learning Festival from the University of Sheffield is going to be broadcast live. Starting at 10:00 BST on Tuesday 2nd July, we will be streaming a selection of talks from our varied programme. Viewers will have the opportunity to ask questions via the livestream, and we would encourage you all to join the conversation on Twitter at #telfest. For more information, please visit https://go.alt.ac.uk/2FJfNiC
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3. Jobs
NEW - Swansea University - Academic Developer
ISS
Ref: SD01859
£29515 to £33199 per annum
Full time, Temporary
Closing date: 14 July 2019
Informal enquiries to Simon Gibbon: [log in to unmask]
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2J0DPay
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies - e-Learning Developer
Digital Education Unit
Ref: 048283
£33,199 - £39,609
Fixed term, initially 1 year
Closing date: 01 July 2019
Informal enquiries to Eoghan Clarkson; [log in to unmask]
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2IEOB6t
Moorfields Eye Hospital/UCL Institute of Ophthalmology - Learning Technologist
Education
Ref: 273-DN-4245
£29,057 - £36,134
Full time, Fixed Term for 2 years
Closing date: 07 July 2019
Informal enquiries to Nora Colton ([log in to unmask])
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2xdRrsk
NEW - Coventry University - Learning Designer
Coventry University Online
Ref: REQ007060
GBP 36,734 to GBP 41,056 per annum
Permanent
Closing date: 03 July 2019
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2x7AQ9K
Moorfields/UCL - e-Learning Project Assistant
Institute of Opthalmology
£35,000 FTE (max. 16 hours per week)
Part time, Temporary
Informal enquiries to Anu Sharma ([log in to unmask])
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2FhbDhu
The University of Edinburgh - Lecturer in Biological Education
School of Biological Sciences
Ref: 048272
£40,792- 48,677
Full time
Closing date: 15 July 2019
Informal enquiries to Dr Patrick Walsh [log in to unmask]
https://go.alt.ac.uk/2Fj6hCn
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4. New publications from #altc blog and Research in Learning Technology
#ALTC Blog
Research in Learning Technology
- Developing and evaluating virtual anatomy resources for teaching allied health disciplines
Nicola Massy-Westropp, Eileen Giles, Rachaelle Dantu, Harsha Wechalekar, Arjun Burlakoti- https://go.alt.ac.uk/2x7HUmB
- Use of the game-based learning platform KAHOOT! to facilitate learner engagement in Animal Science students
Kristie E. Cameron, Lewis A. Bizo - https://go.alt.ac.uk/30tAUxP
- Beacons: A tool for 21st Century teaching and learning?
Charles Atherton - https://go.alt.ac.uk/2VBPTTv
- Using a handwriting app leads to improvement in manual dexterity in kindergarten children
Christi Butler, Ricardo Pimenta, Jodi Tommerdahl, Chadwick T. Fuchs, Priscila Caçola - https://go.alt.ac.uk/2UyinAv
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The ALT News Digest is published on Mondays. Deadline for submissions 5pm Friday. Submit your items via https://www.alt.ac.uk/news/alt-news-digest
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