Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Our 2009 Resolutions

A 'Feedback' forum was setup for members to allow them to post their feedback on any of the last year topics and events. We also added a 'Suggestions' forum to give them an opportunity to discuss topics, ideas or issues.

The IT development team are currently working on linking the Ning Validation Support Network to the University’s HIVE repository where members will be able to hold outputs from validations. Practitioners will be able to search these documents by using criteria, such as subject, which will enable practitioners to learn from previous experiences via a “self-service” approach..


Chris Gray (QIS) started Learning and Teaching Strategy (LST) discussion on VSN. He asserts that LST represents a key element of the programme specification. The strategy should articulate how the course will be delivered, whether this is on-campus, via technology supported learning or in the work-place. He suggests that when designing a new programme course teams must consider the types of teaching, learning methods that will be used. These should reflect the market, aims and outcomes of the award.